When to Replace Windows & Doors in Your Home
Before we can talk about when to replace windows and doors in your home, it’s important to understand why they should ever be replaced. The short answer is energy efficiency. Windows and doors significantly impact your home’s energy efficiency. Here’s how it works: Air naturally flows from areas of high concentration (inside) to areas of […]
What is a Heat Pump and How Does It Work?
A heat pump is part of your home heating and cooling system and is installed outside of your home. Its function is to move heat from one place to another, such as moving heat inside your home in the winter and outside in the summer. They are designed to be environmentally friendly because, unlike furnaces, […]
Annual Furnace Maintenance Tips for New Homeowners
Many first-time homeowners have a steep learning curve during the first year of ownership, learning the ins and outs of owning a home. Annual furnace maintenance is important to keep your system functioning properly and running as efficiently as possible. Performing regular maintenance helps keep energy bills from going up. The reason for this is […]
8 Winter Energy Saving Tips
Winter temperatures cause an increase in energy consumption, leading to considerably higher bills. Not only is it good to save money but it’s also important to make your home comfortable & stay warm as it starts getting colder. Thankfully, though, there are numerous ways to keep your house warm and cozy during these cold months […]
Home Energy Saving Tips to Lower Your Electric Bill
Increased time spent at home means a corresponding uptick in power usage for your computer while Increased time spent at home means a corresponding uptick in power usage for your computer while working from home, for your TV and other devices used for entertainment, and for lighting and climate controlling your house. More power usage […]
4 Common Types of Heating Systems
When you’re building or outfitting a house, you’ll have important decisions to make about your HVAC system. One of those decisions is how you’ll heat the house. There are four different types of heating systems to choose from. Discover which one might work best for your home. Furnace A furnace is an old-school heating choice […]
AC Issues for Homeowners to be Aware Of
The summer season is around the corner, and air conditioners will have to do their magic and maintain cool indoor temperatures. If you haven’t run your air conditioner since the last heat wave, you might have a hard time getting it running. It could be as simple as resetting your AC circuit breaker. However, if […]
Climate Change and Your HVAC System
When you think of helping the environment, you likely think of common steps like using less plastic, recycling reusable materials, and even lowering the amount of organic waste you contribute to landfills. But have you thought of how your HVAC system plays a role in climate change? Read on to learn more about home comfort […]
Top Reasons to Never Skip HVAC Maintenance
Like any other mechanical system, your HVAC requires regular maintenance. Ideally, you should have your HVAC system tuned up at least twice a year, preferably in fall and spring. HVAC experts suggest HVAC checkups before summer and winter, as that is when you need the system the most — for either cooling or heating. If […]
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Space Heater
A space heater is a good way to heat small areas within your home if you’re feeling a chill. You won’t have to use a central HVAC system that will heat the entire house. Space heaters plug right into the wall and can be used if it’s not quite cold enough to turn on your […]