Any homeowner who has made the call to replace their old, outdated cooling or heating system can tell you that a new install isn’t the lightest load your finances have ever shouldered. Energy-efficient HVAC systems are more affordable than ever, but that doesn’t mean they’re cheap by any means. And so, if you’ve been considering HVAC replacement, […]
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How to Improve Energy Efficiency
One great preparation you’ll want to make during the summer season is to get your home energy-ready. During a heat wave, you can’t get a dedicated professional over to your home (not that you’ll need one, but in the case that you do, now is the time to figure that out). In the summer months, […]
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Being an HVAC contractor often carries a stigma. A stigma that unfortunately paints a lot of wonderful, hardworking, honest, and intelligent folks in a negative light. We have all heard the horror stories, read the awful reviews, and almost certainly know someone who had a bad experience with a contractor at some point in their […]
Read MoreWhy Does My Air Conditioner Smell Bad?
Our air conditioner is meant to bring us relief from the heat, but sometimes turning it on can lead to unpleasant smells. Believe or not, the type of smell can actually give us insight into problems that are affecting our system. What Makes An Conditioner Smell Bad Air conditioners are made up of many distinct […]
Read MoreHome Energy Audit
A shift in outside temperatures means a change in our HVAC usage, so a transition is a great time to do a home energy audit to determine whether your home is using its energy in the most efficient way possible. Do It Yourself Home Energy Audit With any home energy audit the goal is to […]
Read MoreHow To Maximize Air Conditioning Efficiency
On a hot summer day, there are a few things that ease the heat: a cool drink, an icy treat, and, most of all, the crisp, clean air that moves through the house. Good air conditioning can come without breaking the bank. How Air Conditioning Works Getting the most for your money while cooling your […]
Read MoreThe Basics of HVAC Systems
Ultimately though, the mystique surrounding our HVAC systems, which are among the most essential of all appliances and systems in our homes, can easily evaporate by our coming to understand just a bit about what these systems consist of, and how they use the air around us to help us control our environment. How HVAC […]
Read More5 Things to Consider When Replacing an Air Conditioner
5 Things to Consider When Replacing an Air Conditioner Has your central air just stopped working? Are you noticing subtle, or perhaps not so subtle, warning signs it may be time to replace your air conditioner? Maybe you’ve just become increasingly energy-conscious or you’re sick of high utility bills from running an older less energy-efficient […]
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