The warm summers in , , can get muggy and uncomfortable. You adjust the thermostat to a comfortable temperature. The AC starts up automatically. But, even after your cooling system operates, your home still feels moist and clammy. That’s not very comfortable. It can be disappointing when [Continue Reading ]
Shopping for a new air conditioning system or furnace can feel overwhelming. If you're trying to find the best HVAC system for your home, it's understandable to focus on models with extremely high efficiency ratings. Surely the most efficient system will provide the most comfort and lowest energy bills, [Continue Reading ]
Summer heat waves can push even a well-maintained air conditioner to the edge. As temperatures in continue to increase, many families notice higher energy bills, uneven temperatures throughout the home and cooling systems that appear to run all day without keeping up. People often think the AC is the one thing that determines how comfortable your home feels. The fact is, your home's airflow, insulation and shade all play a major [Continue Reading ]
What Goes into Figuring the Cost of an HVAC System Replacement? If you’ve spent any time researching HVAC replacement cost for your home, you've probably noticed one common trend: estimates for heating and cooling installation can vary quite a bit. Why is that? So, what's the actual cost of installing a new HVAC system for your home? The answer is that HVAC replacement isn't [Continue Reading ]
Many people think power surges only happen during lightning storms. While lightning is definitely one cause, it's certainly not the only one. Major appliances turning on and off, electrical grid switching, power outages and restoration 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 modern [Continue Reading ]
Warm weather arrives. Your air conditioner starts running, but your home still feels clammy. Family members keep turning down the thermostat. Now, some rooms are still uncomfortably humid while others feel too cold. Meanwhile, energy bills climb. This is a common problem during humid summers in , . [Continue Reading ]
Stale indoor air. Cloudy windows. Rooms that feel damp in summer or overly dry in winter. These are frequent complaints about today’s homes, especially newer ones built for extreme energy efficiency. Modern construction methods do a great job of sealing out drafts and reducing energy waste, but they can [Continue Reading ]
Severe rainstorms can put any basement at risk of damage. One driving rainstorm, rising groundwater or day after day of steady rain can result in water damage homeowners never expected. And if you’ve ever experienced a flooded basement before, you know how pricey and overwhelming the process can be. Seasonal [Continue Reading ]
Springtime is a great time in . Warmer days and blooming flowers are a welcome change from the cold and drab winter weather. But, they aren’t the only signs of spring. You could also wake up to moist air. Your allergies constantly act up. The basement smells musty [Continue Reading ]
Spring is a great time in . Warmer days and blooming flowers are a welcome change from the cold and drab winter weather. But, they aren’t the only signs of spring. You could also wake up to damp-feeling air. Your allergies constantly act up. The basement smells damp and [Continue Reading ]
