Almost 90% of homes have some sort of air conditioning, although only about 60% have central air. Part of the reason for this may be that HVAC systems, short for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning, are difficult to install. The good news is that there are professionals who are trained to install HVAC systems. Not [...]
Did you know that washing machines last 10 years on average? Of course, this is just a rough estimate given by appliance companies, and fluctuations can and do happen. Perhaps you are a bit rougher with your machine. Or maybe you wash many more loads than the average due to a bigger family. Whatever the reason [...]
Did you know that the average American family spends $110.76 on their electricity bill monthly?? Of course, this varies widely depending on if you live in a city that is extremely cold or hot. You might think that you have your HVAC system down pat, but there are always new things you could learn about [...]
A dryer is a wonderful household appliance that makes the laundry chore much easier. Most people take their dryers for granted. Did you know that regular dryer maintenance can prevent a household fire? Clothes dryer fires cause about $84 million in property losses a year! If you're ignoring your clothes dryer, it's time for some [...]
Furnaces should last anywhere between 15 and 20 years. How long yours lasts depends on how seriously you take your gas furnace maintenance, though. Regular cleaning and addressing issues immediately as they arise will help preserve your furnace. Telltale signs like blowing cold air indicate it's time for furnace maintenance. Has your furnace been blowing [...]
A working refrigerator does more than store perishable foods. It also keeps energy bills as low as possible, and keeps meals fresh. Unless your refrigerator breaks down completely, you might not notice minor signs of malfunction. Most homeowners ignore warning signs of a dying fridge which can incur steeper repair costs in the future. Gaining [...]
Improving the air quality in your home is not only beneficial for your HVAC unit. It's also beneficial for the health and well-being of you and your family. The cleaner the air is in your home, the easier everyone can breathe. How can you improve indoor air quality? To achieve better air quality, there are [...]
Are you worried about frozen pipes ruining your day? When the weather gets cold, you're at risk of your pipes freezing. This can have disastrous results. When your pipes freeze, the water inside of them expands. When frozen water expands, it applies a lot of continuous pressure on whatever is containing it. What does a [...]
Your home should be an oasis of calm and contentment. It should reflect all of your tastes and wishes. From its location to the interior design right down to the temperature. One of the many advantages of having a quality working thermostat is that it gives you the ability to set the temperature exactly how you want [...]
Anyone who lives in a colder climate will ensure that you don't want to experience furnace problems during winter. Even the most benign furnace issues can leave you shivering and piling on blankets until help arrives. Many of us tend to either take our functioning furnaces for granted and forget about them altogether — right [...]
