Summer AC Survival Guide: Airflow, Insulation & Shade Tips

Summer heat waves can push any air conditioner to the edge. As temperatures in   rise, many families notice increased energy bills, hot spots throughout the home and cooling systems that often run all day without keeping up.  It's easy to assume the air conditioning is the one thing that determines how comfortable your home feels. However, your home's airflow, insulation and shade all play an important role in cooling [Continue Reading ]

What Goes into Figuring the Cost of an HVAC System Replacement?  If you’ve spent any time researching HVAC replacement cost on the internet, you've probably noticed one thing right away: estimates for heating and cooling installation can vary widely. Why is that? And, what’s the typical cost of installing a new HVAC system for your home?  The answer is HVAC replacement is not one-size-fits-all. Every [Continue Reading ]

Many homeowners think power surges only happen during lightning storms. While lightning is definitely one cause, it isn't the only one. Utility switching, power outages/restoration and even large appliances cycling on and off can all create voltage spikes inside your home.  These electrical surges don't just damage televisions and computers. They can also cause HVAC electrical damage because today's heating and cooling systems [Continue Reading ]

Warm weather arrives. Your air conditioner starts running, but your home still feels muggy. Family members keep lowering the thermostat temperature. Now, some rooms are still uncomfortably humid while others feel too cold. Meanwhile, energy bills increase. This is a common problem during humid summers in , . [Continue Reading ]