5 Steps to a Happy Home

Having a Meal Together as a Family

In today's fast paced world it is often difficult to get everyone around the dinner table but research suggests that its worth it. You will be getting a more balanced diet than going through the drive-thru window and your waist line will thank you. Children can also benefit from eating with their family as it can serve as an educational experience. They will be able to learn what type of foods that they should eat to stay healthy. If you are still not sold on the benefits then think about this. If you eat at home with your family you will be relieving stress. 

Having Appliances That Work

As an appliance company we know the importance of having fully functioning appliances. They can make life easier and allow you to do more things throughout your day. Whether it be a washer or dryer we all know the benefits of these wonderful appliances. In order to keep these appliances running correctly we have to maintain them. The last thing any of us wants is to come home to a broken appliance that your family relies on very day. In order to ensure that they stay working make sure to follow the directions that are provided by the manufacturer. Another idea is to purchase a maintenance agreement such as with SoBellas customer care club. 

A Clean and Fully Functioning Kitchen

We already stressed the importance of eating together with your loved ones. Now we will bring our attention to the importance of a fully functioning kitchen. The kitchen is important for a variety of different reasons. You often rely on it for daily nourishment and you also depend on it being a safe environment. It is easy for bacteria to spread throughout the kitchen which is why you need to be prepared. Everything from utensils, counters, dishes and microwaves can become contaminated.         

A Organized Home 

Imagine if you could spend less time cleaning your home. Well you are in luck because in order to   spend less time cleaning your home all you have to do is keep it organized. Most of the time we find ourselves cleaning up messes that should have never occurred in the first place. Not only that but by   keeping your home organized you spend less time worrying about things. Who doesn't want to have less stress in their lives. You never have to worry about not knowing where your shoes are in the morning ever again. A little bit of organization can go a long way. 

A FUNCTIONING COOLING & HEATING SYSTEM

At Sobellas we know the importance of a working cooling and heating system. When the weather begins to freeze or the heat is unbearable you will be extremely happy that you have one. you can visit our site for more information on how we can help you repair or install a unit if you don't already have one. 

If you would like to see some great trouble shooting tips that you can do with your own system check out this page for step by step instructions.        

       

       

    

   

Appliance Repair 101: How to Boost Your Dishwasher's Cleaning Efficiency

Always scrape all the food off your dishes before you load them, and never over stuff your dishwasher to keep it running smoothly and your flatware squeaky clean.

Opening your dishwasher and discovering your so-called clean dishes aren't clean at all is worrisome and frustrating, especially if it becomes an everyday occurrence. Fortunately, this common problem doesn't necessarily require a call to your local appliance repair company. To help resolve your dishwasher's cleaning inefficiency, simply apply the following tweaks to your usual operating procedure.

Scraping Leftover food

Although, rinsing your plates before placing them in your dishwasher is considered an obsolete practice, a good scraping is still key to sparkly clean dishes. Unfortunately, when you neglect to rid your pans, pots and plates of leftover food, soiled dishware won't be your only problem. A more serious malfunction, such as a blocked drain or a clogged spray arm can occur.

Don't Overload

While filling your dishwasher to the brim may seem like an ideal way to save time and money, an overcrowded appliance can restrict the spray arm's reach causing your dishes to remain dirty. You can easily avoid this problem by following the guidelines of your owner's manual. Not only will this help the cleanliness of your dishware, but it will also stop you from wasting water and energy.

Hard Water

Cloudy glassware is a sign that your home is suffering from hard water. To determine whether or not this is true, head to your local hardware store and buy a hard water testing kit. If the results are positive, you'll need to install a water softener to stop your dishwasher from producing stained and cloudy glasses.

Keep It Hot

Don't let an inadequate water temperature stop your appliance from thoroughly cleaning your dishes. To test the water supply's temp, simply grab your meat thermometer and turn on your kitchen faucet. Place the thermometer in a cup underneath the faucet's stream, and allow the water to reach its hottest point. If the water doesn't at least hit 120 degrees Fahrenheit you'll need to adjust your water heater. However, be sure the water temperature doesn't surpass 150 degrees; otherwise you could end-up damaging your dishes.

If you're concerned with your dishwasher's performance, please contact us today and we'll be happy to help you diagnose and repair the problem.

Heating Repair Pros Share Why Folks Should Monitor Temps and Humidity 

Without looking at your home or business’ thermostat, would you know what the current indoor temperature and humidity levels are right now? If not, our heating repair pros heartily encourage you to go and take a quick look. Why? When most people think about those two things, rarely do thoughts of health and safety come to mind. The majority of the general public thinks about their comfort instead. Although comfort is important, our staff knows that maintaining the wrong indoor temperatures and humidity levels may cause more than just a few sweaty or freezing moments.

Without looking, could you say what your current indoor air temperature and humidity are? 

Many years ago, a large number of entities gave the subject some serious thought. Among them were state health departments, the U.S. EPA and the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers. In the process, the various entities determined that those two factors, when out of balance, may cause health problems to occur. So in turn, they helped come up with a set of universal guidelines that may help people avoid ending up sick and miserable.

Basically, it was determined that the ideal thermostat setting for most healthy adults is no lower than 68 degrees Fahrenheit. However, there have been people who’ve made slight changes to those guidelines over the years. As for the humidity levels, they typically shouldn't exceed 60 percent. When the temperatures and levels deviate drastically from those norms, people may experience respiratory problems. The severity and duration of those respiratory problems obviously has the potential to vary based on the individual’s existing health. For example, it has long been known that many asthmatics are highly sensitive to cold temperatures and elevated humidity levels.

With that said, it always pays to be mindful of a home or business’ interior temperatures and humidity levels. To learn more about making sure that your indoor environment is just right, please contact us at SoBellas today. We can help ensure that your property’s HVAC system is set correctly and performing at optimum levels no matter what your version of the ideal interior environment may be.

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Tips to Maintaining a Beautiful Kitchen

Your kitchen is a very special place. It is where you prepare meals for your loved ones and where some of the greatest conversations in your life will take place. You depend on this place to always be clean, inviting and most importantly stocked with food. We at SoBellas understand the importance of this place and why it is so important to your family. Below are some great tips that will keep your kitchen running at optimum levels.

It gets used a lot so be prepared to deal with the upkeep

The kitchen is one of the most frequented rooms in anybody's home. On average there is a good chance that your kitchen is used 4-5 times per day. What are the reasons you may ask? Well people not only typically eat breakfast, lunch and dinner in the kitchen but they also eat snacks and use it as a work or study area. The kitchen is not only a place to eat but it is a room that serves many different needs. Whether it be spilled food, paint or dirt YOU MUST BE PREPARED FOR ANYTHING!

Love Your Oven 

Lets face it in many ways your oven is the heart of your kitchen. Without it you would be left to eat frozen foods which are not the healthiest. You would also be without that home cooking taste that you look forward to after a long day at work. Some great tips to ensure that your oven is working correctly is to ask yourself the following questions:

• Is your oven reaching its desired temperature?
• Is your oven turning on correctly?
• Is your purchase the right element for your model? 

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Check the Cabinets

Not only will maintaining your cabinets make your home aesthetically pleasing but it will add to the cleanliness of your home. It's a room that you spend a lot of time in so why not make sure that it is looking beautiful. Changing them may sound like a major project but there is no need to worry. There are ready to install kitchen cabinets that are convenient to install and inexpensive.

Keep your Sponges Clean 

Sponges are important because they not only keep your kitchen clean but they are also one of your biggest lines of defense to combat bacteria. You can even toss them in the washer and dryer to keep them working at a high level.

Make sure that you clean your refrigerator correctly by following these steps:

• Clean the outside of the refrigerator.
• Clean the inside shelves with soap and water.
• A toothbrush will help you clean hard to reach places.
• Ensure that every part inside the refrigerator has been cleaned.

If you require professional assistance please do not hesitate to call us at:  

1-800-617-6235  or go online to schedule... http://www.sobellashomeservices.com/Schedule-Appointment.html

EMAIL: support@sobellas.com

  

Top 4 Reasons Why You Should Consider Converting to Refrigerated Air.

We know that making the transition form your current cooling sytem to Refrigerated air is a big choice and we are here to help you with it.

Here at SoBellas we strive to give our customers in San Antonio, Las Cruces and El Paso top tier service. You may not be in our service area though and we understand that. Our blogs are dedicated to providing you with knowledge that you can use regardless of where you may live.

Our experts have convened and below are some of the biggest reasons why we think you may consider changing your swamp cooler for refrigerated air. Of course if you have any further questions you can message us or contact us directly at 1-800-617-6235. 

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If you live in a very hot and humid area you won't have to suffer as much.

Lets face it if you are the owner of  a swamp cooler the following thoughts may have crossed your mind at some point:

• I would switch but those refrigerated air systems are very expensive.
• It is hot inside and the swamp cooler is on at full blast. 
• I am so tired of climbing to the roof and placing ice in my cooler. 

The great news is that you don't have to suffer any longer. Refrigerated air is a big investment but your water bill should come down and there is nothing like having a comfortable home on those scorching hot summer days.

You will save on maintenance cost.

• If you have a swamp cooler then you know that it needs to be started up for the summer.
• Swamp coolers require the repetitive task of ensuring that the water levels are working properly.
• Water leakage on swamp coolers is an all to common occurrence that may damage your roof.

No more open windows. 

• Sometimes it is great to open your homes windows but not always.
• Open windows can invite bugs, smoke, dust and can start up your allergies.
• Less dusting is always a good thing.

You will be saving water for future generations and feel like a hero.

• Swamp coolers can go through several gallons of water a day.
• You will be using energy much more efficiently. 
•  You will be happy to learn that your water bill will be coming down should you convert.