AK Water Works & HVAC

Latest Articles

Level 1 vs. Level 2 EV Charging: What to Install at Home

Level 1 charging adds about 3-5 miles of range per hour; Level 2 adds 20-30+ on a dedicated 240-volt circuit. Here is how to decide which one belongs in your Warren, Ohio garage.

Aug 28, 202611 min read

Sewer & Drain

Summer Drain Clogs Explained

If your outdoor drain clogs every summer in Warren or Trumbull County, tree root regrowth is likely the cause. Learn how the seasonal root cycle works and what warning signs to watch for before a slow drain becomes a flooded yard.

Aug 19, 2026

News & Updates

0% for 60 Months: Stop Repairing Your Old Furnace and Start Owning a New One

AK Heating and Cooling is offering 0% financing for 60 months on new home furnace and air systems, with low monthly payments and a free quote. If you are stuck in the repair cycle, this summer is the right time to break out of it.

Aug 16, 2026

Electrical

Signs Your Electrical Panel Is Overloaded (Before It Becomes a Fire Risk)

Breakers that keep tripping, a warm panel, flickering lights, a buzzing sound — these are the signs your electrical panel is overloaded. Here's what each one means, why summer AC load makes it worse, and when an overloaded panel means it's time to upgrade.

Aug 12, 202613 min read

Electrical

Whole-Home Surge Protection vs. Power Strips: What NE Ohio Homes Actually Need

A power strip and whole-home surge protection are not the same product at different sizes — they protect different things, in different places. Here is what each actually does, where NE Ohio surges come from, and why most homes need both, layered together.

Aug 7, 202614 min read

Electrical

Flickering Lights When Your AC or Fridge Turns On? That's a Warning Sign.

When large appliances like your AC or refrigerator cause your lights to flicker, the problem is usually not the appliance. It's a sign your electrical system needs attention before something goes wrong.

Aug 6, 2026

Popular Articles

Waterproofing

Best Battery Backup Sump Pumps for NE Ohio Homes (2026 Guide)

In Northeast Ohio, the power goes out exactly when your sump pump needs to run hardest. Here are the best battery backup sump pump systems, the portable power stations that can keep a pump running, and how to size the right setup for your home.

Jul 15, 202612 min read

Press Releases

Announcing AK Heating & Cooling: Northeast Ohio’s New Top Choice for HVAC

AK Water Works owners Alex and Kelly Mantalis have partnered with Mike and Vanessa Papalios to launch AK Heating & Cooling — bringing the same family-owned, 4.7-star service Northeast Ohio knows to furnaces, AC, and heat pumps across Trumbull and Mahoning County.

Apr 29, 20264 min read

Tips & How-To

HVAC in Austintown, Ohio: Furnace Install, AC Repair & 24/7 Heating and Cooling

Austintown homes face a heating and cooling workload most of Ohio doesn't — 40°F temperature swings, clay-soil basements, and 1960s ductwork running through 2020s demands. Here's the full picture of HVAC in Austintown: furnace install pricing, AC repair timing, heat pump options, and what to expect from a 24/7 heating and cooling company that actually shows up.

Apr 24, 202615 min read

Waterproofing

Why Does My Basement Flood When It Rains? Causes & How to Fix It for Good

A basement that floods every time it rains isn't just inconvenient — it's actively damaging your home's structure, your belongings, and your air quality. Here are the six most common causes and what actually fixes each one.

Apr 3, 20269 min read