The warm summers in , , can get muggy and uncomfortable. You change the thermostat to a ideal temperature. The air conditioning kicks on as expected. But, even after your cooling system runs, your home still feels moist and clammy. That’s not very comfortable. It can be [Continue Reading ]
Choosing a new AC or furnace can be stressful. If you're trying to find the best HVAC system for your home, it's natural to focus on models with the highest efficiency ratings. After all, the most efficient equipment should deliver the most comfort and lowest energy bills, right? It’s [Continue Reading ]
Extreme summer heat can push your air conditioner to the edge. As temperatures in continue to increase, many homeowners notice higher energy bills, hot spots throughout the home and cooling systems that often run all day without keeping up. You may think the AC alone determines how comfortable your home feels. The fact is, your home's air circulation, insulation and shade all play an important role in cooling performance. [Continue Reading ]
What Can Change the Cost of an HVAC System Installation? If you've started researching HVAC replacement cost online, you've probably noticed something almost immediately: estimates for heating and cooling installation can vary quite a bit. Why do prices vary so much? And, what’s the actual cost of installing a new HVAC system for your home? The answer is that HVAC replacement isn't one-size-fits-all. Each home has different [Continue Reading ]
Homeowners often think power surges occur only 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 electrical surges inside your home. These electrical surges don't just pose a risk to televisions and computers. These surges can cause HVAC electrical damage because [Continue Reading ]
Warm weather arrives. Your air conditioner starts running, but your home still feels muggy. Family members keep lowering the thermostat. Now, some rooms feel damp while others feel too cold. Meanwhile, energy bills continue rising. This is a frequent issue during humid summers in , . Many homeowners [Continue Reading ]
Rooms that feel stale and stuffy. Cloudy windows. Rooms that feel humid in summer or dry and uncomfortable in winter. These are frequent complaints about today’s homes, especially newer ones built for high energy efficiency. Modern construction methods do a very good job of blocking drafts and reducing energy [Continue Reading ]
Severe rainstorms can put any basement at risk. One driving rainstorm, rising groundwater or day after day of steady rain can quickly lead to water damage homeowners never expected. And if you’ve ever had to clean up a flooded basement before, you know how expensive and stressful the process can [Continue Reading ]
Springtime is a great time in . More comfortable days and blooming flowers are a much-needed change from the cold and gloomy winter weather. But, they aren’t the only signs of spring. You might also wake up to moist air. Your allergies constantly act up. The basement smells [Continue Reading ]
Spring is a great time in . Warmer days and blooming flowers are a refreshing change from the cold and dreary 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 and [Continue Reading ]
