The warm summers in , , can get muggy and uncomfortable. You adjust the thermostat to a comfortable temperature. The AC starts up as expected. But, even after your air conditioner operates, your home still feels humid and uncomfortable. Not a great feeling. It can be frustrating [Continue Reading ]
Choosing a new air conditioner or furnace can be intimidating. If you're trying to find the best HVAC system for your home, it's common to look for models with extremely high efficiency ratings. After all, the most efficient system should deliver the most comfort and lowest energy bills, right? [Continue Reading ]
Hot summer weather can push even a well-maintained air conditioner to its limits. As temperatures in continue to increase, it's common to notice higher energy bills, uneven temperatures throughout the home and cooling systems that seem 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 air circulation, insulation and shade all play a significant [Continue Reading ]
If you've started researching HVAC replacement cost for your home, you've probably noticed one common trend: estimates for heating and cooling installation can vary widely. Why is that? And, what’s the real cost of installing a new HVAC system for your home? The answer is that, when it comes to HVAC replacement, there's no such thing as one-size-fits-all. Each home has different heating and cooling [Continue Reading ]
Many people think power surges only happen during lightning storms. While lightning is definitely one cause, it isn't the only one. Utility switching, power outages/restoration and even large appliances cycling on and off can all create electrical surges inside your home. These electrical surges don't just pose a risk to televisions and computers. They may also cause HVAC electrical damage because modern heating and cooling systems rely [Continue Reading ]
Summer is here. Your air conditioner starts running, but your home still feels clammy. Family members keep lowering the thermostat temperature. Now, some rooms feel damp while others feel too cold. Meanwhile, energy bills climb. This is a frequent issue during humid summers in , . Many homeowners [Continue Reading ]
Rooms that feel stale and stuffy. Condensation-covered windows. Rooms that feel damp in summer or dry and uncomfortable in winter. These are typical complaints about today’s homes, especially modern homes built for maximum energy efficiency. Modern construction methods do a great job of sealing out drafts and reducing energy [Continue Reading ]
Severe rainstorms can put any basement at risk of flooding. One unrelenting downpour, rising groundwater or several days of steady rain can cause water damage homeowners never expected. And if you’ve ever dealt with a flooded basement before, you know how pricey and frustrating the process can be. Seasonal weather [Continue Reading ]
Spring is an exciting time in . Warmer days and blooming flowers are a refreshing change from the chilly and dreary winter weather. But, they aren’t the only signs of spring. You could also wake up to sticky air. Your allergies constantly act up. The basement smells damp [Continue Reading ]
The spring season is a great time in . More comfortable days and blooming flowers are a welcome change from the cold and dreary winter weather. However, they aren’t the only signs of spring. You might also wake up to damp-feeling air. Your allergies go crazy. The basement smells [Continue Reading ]
