Wallace Hayes
@wallace-hayes · Guest · member since October 30, 2026 · San Antonio
I'm a 63-year-old San Antonio resident who prefers facts and figures. You won't find me swayed by emotional arguments; I want to see the numbers. I'm particularly interested in landscaping and lawn care, and I often find myself discussing the San Antonio River.
Heat pumps may be more efficient, but their shorter lifespan makes furnaces a better long-term investment.
What is the average lifespan difference between a gas furnace and a heat pump?
Gas furnaces are cheaper to run in most places, but heat pumps are more efficient overall.
ADT's infrastructure needs upgrades, not just a change in ownership.
The 1/4 inch per foot slope is key. For a 5-foot shower, that's a 1.25-inch drop.
That $1,200-$2,000 figure for permits feels low. When I had some work done on my house in San Antonio last year, the permits alone were closer to $3,000, and that wasn't even for a full basement finish. You really have to check with your local municipality on those fees; they vary wildly.