In your day to day life, your HVAC is an absolute workhorse. Even on nice days when you don't have a dire need for heat or cold, your HVAC system keeps everything stable. Even with this, your standard HVAC system doesn't balance it all as well as it can. There is always a spot that [...]
While you can expect your home to make some unusual noises, others may signal a problem. For instance, sounds from your furnace might require professional assistance. When you hear your furnace making noises, listen. Do you know what it is telling you? A Guide to Your Furnace Making Noises A noisy furnace can indicate a [...]
Do you feel like you spend too much time in front of your thermostat? Perhaps it's time to consider using a smart thermostat. Smart thermostats are digital thermostats that can be connected to your home systems and regulate your temperature without much work from you! They can do many other things such as adjusting the temperature [...]
Worrying about how much that HVAC installation will cost? It'll be a sizable investment but one that will give a valuable return. Whether you're replacing an old system or you need everything new, it's good to be prepared before calling in the professionals. We've put together a quick guide comparing the HVAC installation costs by type [...]
What's that smell? If you suspect an unusual scent coming from your home heater, then it may indicate a serious problem. Different aromas may indicate a separate issue. What does each of the heater smells mean? A Guide to Bad Heater Smells Your heater should not smell bad. When it does, it, unfortunately, will not [...]
Are you wondering how to get mice out of HVAC systems? You're not alone. Worse yet, according to the CDC, mice and rodents can carry and spread up to 35 diseases, with most human infections occurring within our own homes. Given this statistic, it's no surprise that the prevention of mice in heating vents is a top [...]
A working thermostat is essential to your wellbeing. This is because the temperature can greatly affect our health and mood. There are studies suggesting that higher temperatures increase aggressive behavior. The higher the temperature, the greater our heart rate and discomfort. This encourages negative mood states that are hard to shake. Conversely, cold temperatures can [...]
The air filter aisle at most hardware stores can make a person feel a bit giddy. So many to choose from and, well, so little direction on which filter would make the ideal choice. Do you grab-and-go or stop to read the fine print? Don’t let something as simple as an air filter make you [...]
Over 47% of American households rely on a gas heater to keep them warm through winter. Natural gas heaters all have a pilot light that ignites the gas burner. The pilot light must be lit for the gas heater to create heat. So, what are you to do when the pilot light goes out? There [...]
Did you know that every year, 1 in 50 homeowners have to file an insurance claim due to water damage? Water can quickly do a ton of costly damage to your home. Whether it's coming from cracked pipes, a faulty toilet seal or your air conditioner is leaking water inside, you need to figure out [...]
