During the winter, the last thing you need is an emergency heat situation to leave you out in the cold. What can you do to prevent such a situation? Here are some tips to keep your heat running smoothly: Change filters regularly. It’s wise to check filters once a month to see how dirty they are. When they are dirty, they need to be changed. Typically, this is every three … [Read more...] about How to Prevent an Emergency Heating Situation
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Is it Time for a New HVAC System?
Home HVAC systems are mechanical, and all mechanical contrivances will eventually wear out and fail. This means that at some point, you will have to replace the HVAC system in your home. Once you stop weeping, read on to help you on the hunt for your new system. TO DUCT OR NOT TO DUCT If you are replacing a unit in an older home, it is highly likely the home has … [Read more...] about Is it Time for a New HVAC System?
“I’m Hot; I’m Cold” Solutions to Home Heating Disputes
There is one element of a family that is certainly going to cause trouble. Chances are everyone in the house likes a different temperature. Some want the inside to be like a tropical rain forest, and others want a sub arctic environment. This is not limited to families; roommates can be even more temperature sensitive, and the fights can be considerably worse. Here are a few … [Read more...] about “I’m Hot; I’m Cold” Solutions to Home Heating Disputes
Reasons to Leave Heating Repairs to the Pros
With cool weather here for most of the country, your furnace is probably in full swing. You depend on your furnace to keep your home nice and warm. Even though you might not realize it, your furnace needs proper maintenance and care to keep it in proper working order. Unfortunately, many people never think about it until their furnace stops working and they are left trying to … [Read more...] about Reasons to Leave Heating Repairs to the Pros
Cold Weather is Approaching – Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality
While most of think of smog or other outdoor contaminants when we hear the word pollution, sometimes the problem can also be lurking indoors. There are all kinds of harmful pollutants that can be found inside, including anything from radon and formaldehyde to chemicals and synthetic fragrances found in common household cleaning supplies. In other cases, they may be brought … [Read more...] about Cold Weather is Approaching – Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality