Abacus Founder and President Alan O’Neill recently spoke with PCHPPros on their Podcast “Behind The Wall”. Originally from Dublin, Ireland, Alan O’Neill started his journey in the home services industry more than 40 years ago as an apprentice plumber. Now the CEO and Founder of Abacus Plumbing and the Regional CEO-Central for Wrench Group, Alan […]
It’s All Child’s Play In Houston
During the summer, parents have been trying to get creative while trying to entertain ourselves and our kids at home. We’ve watched movies and played games. We’ve gone to the beach and to the park. And, some of us pulled out the big box of Legos from the attic. While most of us just play […]
Shhh! Houston Has A Secret
There are a lot of hidden gems in Texas. Hidden swimming holes in the hill country. Local artists and musicians. THE best spot to visit at the beach, Tiny corner coffee shops that only the neighborhood frequents and cherishes. Well, the Houston Chronicle is letting us in on another little secret hidden in plain sight. […]
Is Solar An Option For Houston Homes?
After the recent power grid problems in Texas and future winter storm outages, Many Texas homeowners are searching for answers. Is the power gris going to be repaired? Improved? Or is it going to continue to be unreliable when Texans need power the most in extreme temperatures? Is there another answer? Well, there just might […]
Houston Shelters Need Your Help!
Are you looking for a quiet, laid-back cat or a “ready-to-play” dog? A snuggly little kitten or a jogging buddy? Do you need a fuzzy buddy to keep you company while working at home? The animals at the Houston animal shelter need your help, The shelters have so many pets and need homes for them, […]
Don’t wait to service your A/C or decide on backup power, experts say
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — There’s a chance if you want to service your air conditioning unit, you might find yourself out of luck. Experts with Abacus told Eyewitness News there’s a shortage looming of parts needed to service equipment. The COVID-19 pandemic caused issues with the supply and there’s been a backup in orders. “Have […]
Houston, We Have Good News About The Weather (Apps)!
The 2021 Atlantic hurricane season is predicted to be more active than usual with an increase in the number of storms expected. This 2021 season forecast is above the 30-year average (1991 to 2020) of 14 named storms, seven hurricanes and three major hurricanes. But, Houston now has a new tool to prepare us for […]
Energy Efficiency and Upgrades
Texas’ buildings waste a massive amount of energy. Two-thirds of our homes predate a statewide building code and lack adequate insulation. As if that wasn’t bad enough, over time, our HVAC units, our plumbing and our electrical systems all become less efficient and need to be replaced. The benefits of replacement for efficiency and money […]
Tom Tynan Home Show Video Featuring Bob Connelly from Abacus Plumbing: “What’s that smell?”
The original article and video appeared on Tom Tynan’s Homeshow Radio website and can be seen here » Tom Tynan: Mark from Deer Park has a question about a stinky smell. A stinky shower. Water sometimes just stinks. The most common question I’ve been asked for the last 30 years on the radio is, “Tom, […]
A Letter to our Customers Regarding COVID-19 and our Continued Commitment to Safety
At Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electrical, we take our commitment to customers seriously. As a valued customer, we appreciate the trust you place in us and our people as we provide essential services in your home. We are closely monitoring the evolving COVID-19 environment and to that end, I wanted to personally update you […]