The sun is out, the birds are singing, and spring is turning into summer. With the rising temperatures also comes the need to turn on the AC for the first time of the season. Unfortunately, this doesn’t go as planned and homeowners often find that the system that was working great in fall is failing to turn on come spring. The following are a few reasons why your AC may be having issues.…
Read More »Your furnace accumulates a surprising amount of dust and dirt over the heating season. All the air in your home is circulated through the furnace and heating ducts so any dust in your home can fall out and accumulate inside the furnace. While the filter catches a lot of dust and keeps it out of the furnace, dust still manages to get inside, especially if you get lax about changing the filter on time.…
Read More »The last thing that you want to do is have to blow your entire paycheck on your heating bill. If you have been getting a heating bill that makes you practically gasp because it’s so high, then this article is just the thing for you. From adding insulation to your home to making sure your furnace has been tuned up, this article will take a closer look at three things that you can do.…
Read More »Choosing the best air conditioner for your home is one of the biggest decisions you will make. The type of cooling system you have affects the home’s overall value, affects your overall comfort, and also affects how much you will spend on home cooling over the long term. Paying for professional installation is important to ensure you get the most out of your system, but when you do opt for a professional install, you are not only getting the actual install.…
Read More »Your home’s heating system needs your help if you want it to continue to run optimally and keep your home comfortable during even the coldest of days. Here, you’ll find a few tips that will help you help your furnace run strong throughout the winter season. Have a Professional Inspection and Cleaning If you’re wise, you keep up with changing the furnace filter every month or so, but do you do anything else to maintain the system?…
Read More »As soon as fall and winter hit, you want to kick on your heater. You’ve been noticing some strange things coming from your furnace or heating system and you don’t know if you should be concerned or not. After all, most of the time you have heat, so why invest in servicing? If you wait until your heater breaks down for good, you’ll end up without heat one day. You’ll also end up with a more expensive repair bill, as the longer you let your unit run with flaws, the more likely you’ll be to have to replace certain components or have to get a whole new heater.…
Read More »As the evenings grow darker and longer, the air gets more chilly and the leaves on the trees start to turn orange and you know that winter is on the way. It’s the same drill: before you know it, it’s Halloween, then Thanksgiving, then Christmas. During that time the promise is made every year that before the cold sets in, someone will service or test the furnace before it’s desperately needed.…
Read More »While there are some noticeable benefits that can come with being informed about your cooling system, there are many homeowners that simply lack the depth of knowledge that is needed. Whenever these homeowners encounter issues with their cooling systems, they may find addressing the matter to be far more difficult, as their judgment will be clouded. Can A Heat Pump Be Used To Keep Your Home Cool? Many homes are equipped with heat pumps, but there are homeowners that assume the heat pump will only be capable of warming the interior.…
Read More »When it comes to HVAC professionals, you have probably heard “technicians,” and “contractors” used intermittently. You may be wondering if these two professions are one in the same. Certainly, it can seem a little confusing, since both obviously work in the HVAC industry. Yet, there really are a few differences that separate these two professions. It will make a difference in who you hire the next time you need one or the other.…
Read More »You know you should repair leaky faucets in your home to prevent water damage, but when the leak is on your outdoor faucet, you might not be as concerned. The water drips on the ground, so it doesn’t seem to do any damage other than to your water bill. However, it’s still a good idea to have the faucet repaired. Here’s why. 1. The Leak Will Probably Get Worse Most leaks get worse over time, especially if you use the faucet and turn the valve on and off frequently.…
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