The hot and humid summers in , , can get muggy and uncomfortable. You set the thermostat to a pleasant temperature. The AC begins running as expected. But, even after your cooling system cycles, your home still feels humid and uncomfortable. Now, you’re cool and damp. It [Continue Reading ]
Choosing a new air conditioner or furnace can feel overwhelming. When you're looking to find the best HVAC system for your home, it's natural to focus on models with extremely high efficiency ratings. After all, the most efficient equipment will provide the most comfort and lowest energy bills, right? [Continue Reading ]
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 ]
Stale indoor air. Cloudy windows. Rooms that feel humid in summer or bone-dry in winter. These are common complaints about today’s homes, especially homes built for extreme energy efficiency. Modern construction methods do a great job of blocking drafts and reducing energy waste, but they can also trap stale [Continue Reading ]
Major rainstorms can put any basement at risk of flooding. One strong storm, rising groundwater or day after day of steady rain can result in water damage homeowners never expected. And if you’ve ever dealt with a flooded basement before, you know how pricey and frustrating the process can be. [Continue Reading ]
Springtime is an exciting time in . More comfortable days and blooming flowers are a refreshing change from the chilly and gloomy winter weather. However, they aren’t the only signs of spring. You might also wake up to moist air. Your allergies go crazy. The basement smells musty [Continue Reading ]
The spring season is an exciting time in . Warmer days and blossoming flowers are a welcome change from the chilly and drab winter weather. However, they aren’t the only signs of spring. You might also wake up to sticky air. Your allergies go crazy. The basement smells damp [Continue Reading ]
