The humid summers in , , can get muggy and uncomfortable. You adjust the thermostat to a ideal temperature. The AC begins running as expected. But, even after your cooling system runs, your home still feels humid and uncomfortable. Now, you’re cool and damp. It can be [Continue Reading ]
Choosing a new air conditioner or furnace can be intimidating. If you want to find the best HVAC system for your home, it's understandable to focus on models with the highest efficiency ratings. After all, the most efficient system will provide the most comfort and lowest energy bills, right? [Continue Reading ]
Hot summer weather can push your air conditioner to its limits. As temperatures in  rise, many homeowners notice increased energy bills, warm areas throughout the home and cooling systems that appear to run all day without keeping up. People often think the AC is the only thing that affects how comfortable your home feels. However, your home's airflow, insulation and shade all play an important role in [Continue Reading ]
If you’ve spent any time researching HVAC replacement cost online, you've probably noticed something almost immediately: estimates for heating and cooling installation can vary by thousands of dollars. What causes such a big difference? And, what’s the real cost of installing a new HVAC system for your home? The answer is that HVAC replacement isn't one-size-fits-all. No two homes have the same heating and [Continue Reading ]
Homeowners often think power surges are limited to lightning storms. Although lightning is one cause, it's far from the only one.  Major appliances turning on and off, electrical grid switching, power outages and restoration can all create voltage spikes inside your home. These surges don't just damage televisions and computers. They can also cause HVAC electrical damage because today's heating and cooling [Continue Reading ]
Summer is here. Your AC starts running, but your home still feels muggy. 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 assume [Continue Reading ]
Stuffy indoor air. Cloudy windows. Rooms that feel damp in summer or dry and uncomfortable in winter. These are frequent complaints about today’s homes, especially newer ones built for maximum energy efficiency. Modern construction methods do a strong job of preventing drafts and reducing energy waste, but they can [Continue Reading ]
Major rainstorms can put any basement at risk of flooding. One strong storm, rising groundwater or day after day of steady rain can cause water damage homeowners never expected. And if you’ve ever experienced a flooded basement before, you know how expensive and overwhelming the process can be. Seasonal weather [Continue Reading ]
Springtime is a wonderful time in . Warmer days and blooming flowers are a much-needed change from the chilly and drab winter weather. However, they aren’t the only signs of spring. You could also wake up to sticky air. Your allergies flare up. The basement smells musty and [Continue Reading ]
The spring season is a wonderful time in . More comfortable days and new flowers are a welcome change from the chilly and drab winter weather. But, they aren’t the only signs of spring. You might also wake up to damp-feeling air. Your allergies constantly act up. The basement [Continue Reading ]
