Boden Plumbing | Service in Sonoma, Napa, Petaluma, Santa Rosa

The Sonoma Valley is known for many things the world over and, mercifully, one of them NOT being brutal winters. Yes, it can get pretty chilly in the December through February corridor, especially after the sun goes down. But usually not so bad that it makes you think of pulling up stakes and moving elsewhere. Still, when it’s cold enough to turn the heat on – and we get plenty… read more

The single best way to get rid of mold in your bathroom is not to let it form in the first place, even though very often that’s easier said than done. Still, if you don’t at least try, then it’s like placing a welcome matt out for this very unhealthy substance. So let’s start with 4 effective ways to keep mold out of your bathroom: When showering, make sure the… read more

With some things in life, timing is everything. Other times, timing just doesn’t matter. If a local radio station is giving away $10,000 to the “100th lucky caller,” for example, being 99th just won’t cut it. Or, take applying for your first job right out of college. You could have the world’s best resume, but unless you apply somewhere that needs what you bring to the table right then and… read more

If you spend enough time watching the Food Channel, you know that all the top cooks and chefs use gas stoves and ovens to prepare their culinary wonders. And now, perhaps, you’re past the stage of curiosity and seriously considering switching from electric to gas, but not until you’re sure you’re making the right decision. Well, to help you along in the process, here are the top pros and cons… read more

Your home's plumbing can be easily overlooked when you leave your house unoccupied for a period of time. If something goes wrong while you’re away, your vacation memories can easily turn into living nightmares. Unattended plumbing is just one of the reasons why homes are ten times more likely to be damaged by water than fire. So, to make sure your home doesn’t become part of that statistic, here are… read more

When most people think of plumbing, they think of toilets, sinks, and showers – all of which reside inside their home. But did you know that plumbing can be used in a variety of ways to enhance your backyard experience, as well? From the practical to the deluxe, here are some backyard plumbing solutions that can add a splash of modern luxury to your backyard retreat. Rinse off the sand,… read more

“I’d like the silver one, please!” Ah, if only it were that simple when purchasing a replacement water heater. It’s not, of course, and now it’s only gotten more complicated since the federal government implemented new and tougher energy conservation measures in April, 2015. The program is called NAECA (National Appliance Energy Conservation Act), and it has forever changed the way Americans will purchase water heaters going forward. That’s because… read more

Does your kitchen look more like the set of a 1980s sitcom than the sleek, efficient, and stylish hub of your home? Maybe you’ve considered giving it a little – or big – facelift, but just aren’t sure where to start. Sure, the “before and after” pictures on those home improvement web sites are stunning, but the thought of starting a kitchen remodel can be downright overwhelming. And given the… read more

Much like baseball, gardening, and yard sales, grilling is a quintessential part of spring. After all, what’s better than being called outdoors by warmer weather and longer daylight hours than the tempting odors of flame-broiled food – meats, seafood, and veggies alike! But it’s not all sunshine and burger, as outdoor grilling comes with its own fair share of risk. That’s why we’ve prepared the following safety tips to help… read more

In a perfect world, the answer would be “never.” Never, because you would have an AC system that just ran and ran and ran, and took good care of itself along the way. So much for that perfect world scenario. Still, as imperfect as they might be, today’s better made and well maintained air conditioning systems have an estimated shelf life of 15-20 years. Can yours last even longer than… read more

Folks in California no doubt have mixed feelings about the upcoming spring and summer seasons. Yes, warmer and more pleasant weather is upon us, but will warmer also mean drier an further exasperate our extended draught? As much as we’d all like to wave a magic wand and make it rain long and hard enough to bring about long-term relief, we can’t. So we have to go on living our… read more

As we usher in a new season, it’s time to pull back the drapes, dust off the cobwebs, and get a jump on the annual chore of spring cleaning. But let’s face it, spending countless weekends dusting and scrubbing is no one’s idea of a good time. Luckily, with a little planning you’ll be able to eliminate all the hidden dirt and debris that’s accumulated all winter long in less… read more

You depend on it every day, from the minute you wake up to the moment you finally lay your head to rest at night. And yet, chances are you don’t even give it a second thought as you go about your day, until it isn’t working as it should. We’re speaking, of course, of your home plumbing, one of the most vital amenities of them all. But in other areas… read more

If you listened to everyone who said “do this because it will increase your home’s resale value,” you’d never stop spending money on your home. And you wouldn’t even come close to recouping your total investment. Which is to say, adding to your home’s resale value, while generally a good idea, should rarely if ever be your sole reason for making certain improvements. Let’s say, for example, that you live… read more

The way you’ve grown accustomed to buying water heaters is all about to change, and we’re doing our best to get the word out to all our customers and the many other homeowners throughout the area. Bottom line, electric and gas storage tank water heaters – as you now know them – can no longer be manufactured as April 16, 2015. And that’s according to the National Appliance Energy Conservation… read more

You’ve just settled in for a nice, relaxing evening at home. As the hours pass, you notice that your house starts to feel a little chilly. You grab a blanket and make your way over to the thermostat, which is still set to a very comfortable 70 degrees, but the temperature in your home is anything but comfortable. And then you think: “Uh-oh, now what?!” Well, before you automatically assume… read more

Cleaning the bathroom is nobody’s idea of a good time. But between the teeth brushing, shaving, bathing, and everything else that goes on, it’s a chore that begs to be heeded, and in timely fashion at that. So isn’t it nice to know that with a few easy shortcuts, you can get your bathroom sparkling clean and guest-ready in no time flat? Best of all, you can do it without… read more

The logic of it is inescapable:  have your heating system professionally maintained once a year, and it’s bound to serve you better and cost less to run. And yet, most people resist and put off getting the work done?  Frankly, they’re afraid they’re going to get bad news regarding a needed repair or, quite frankly, that repair problems will be invented in an effort to drive up the cost of… read more

If you’ve decided not to wait for your furnace to completely fail on you and go ahead and replace it proactively, first of all, good move. Why? Because that gives you more time to make an informed and more comfortable decision. Especially when you consider that, with proper maintenance, the next furnace you buy should last you for up to 20 years. So, as you begin to weigh your options,… read more

Happiness is – a lot of things. But somewhere on your list, no doubt, sits this answer: a heating system that works flawlessly all winter long. At Boden Plumbing Heating & Air, we get to deliver that kind of happiness all season long with our heating system cleaning and inspection service. You see, with annual preventative maintenance, you can look forward to: Fewer repairs Longer system lifespan Consistent temperatures throughout… read more

Everyone wants to pay less to heat their homes, partly because there are no bragging rights for paying more than your neighbors do to heat their homes. “Hey, how much did you pay last year to heat your home? That’s it, are you kidding me? We paid almost double that, and it was darn well worth it!” Add that to your list of things you are likely to never, ever… read more

Even if you’re brand new to the whole home ownership thing, chances are you’ve already dealt with a plumbing “issue” or to. Either replacing or fixing something that was just plain bugging you, or engaging in something more extensive like a kitchen or bath upgrade. Well, in our experience here at Boden Plumbing Heating & Air, there are two types of home owners: those who don’t even want to think… read more