Drake Mechanical Blog: Plumbing, Heating & AC Tips & Advice for Boise Homeowners

If you have lived in the Treasure Valley for long, you know this specific time of year well. It isn’t quite freezing yet, but it certainly isn’t warm. You might be running the heat in the morning and cracking a window by the afternoon. Because the weather is...

As a property manager in the Treasure Valley, your focus is on maximizing occupancy, maintaining property value, and minimizing owner headaches. But when a tenant calls in the middle of the night—or worse, a major system fails during a 100-degree Boise summer or a...

The holiday season is nearly upon us, and in the Treasure Valley, that means welcoming loved ones into your home. While you're preparing the guest rooms and planning the menu, don't overlook one of the most critical elements of a smooth, stress-free hosting...

For those of us who call Boise and the Treasure Valley home, we know that fall signals more than just cooler temperatures and football—it marks the start of "inversion season." While the view from Bogus Basin is stunning when the valley is filled with fog, the air...

In a busy Boise home, the water heater is the unsung hero—quietly delivering the hot showers, clean dishes, and warm laundry you rely on every day. While a traditional tank water heater eventually bursts or leaks, a modern tankless unit tends to fail more subtly. It...

As the cool, crisp air settles over the Treasure Valley, every Boise homeowner begins the annual ritual of preparing for winter. For over a century, the team at Drake Mechanical has been helping our community stay warm, and we know that a reliable, efficient furnace...

In the Treasure Valley, the arrival of autumn means a frantic scramble to prepare for the first hard frost. The reality is that the best time to protect your home from winter is before the freezing temperatures set in. Waiting until the last minute can leave you...

In the Treasure Valley, we know that the weather can change in an instant. One day you’re enjoying the last of the warm sunshine, and the next, there’s a crisp chill in the air that sends you reaching for the thermostat. This is the moment when many homeowners think,...

As the crisp Boise air signals the approach of winter, the last thing any homeowner wants to worry about is a furnace breakdown. That's why a professional furnace tune-up isn't just a recommendation—it's a critical investment in your home's comfort and safety. At...

As the long days of summer begin to shorten and the crisp air of late-August and September sets in, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about preparing your home for the colder months ahead. For us in the Boise area, a little bit of proactive planning now can save...

We've all been there: the Treasure Valley summer hits its peak, the sun is relentless, and you're counting on your air conditioner to provide that sweet relief. But what happens when it just can't keep up? Maybe it's blowing lukewarm air, running non-stop, or your...

When a plumbing issue strikes, whether it’s a leaky faucet or a major pipe burst, your first instinct is to find a solution fast. In a city like Boise, you have many options, but the choice you make can have a lasting impact on your home and your peace of mind. While...