While increased insulation improves energy efficiency, it can also present some serious indoor air quality issues. You can have a well-insulated building with healthy indoor air quality, but only with an appropriately designed and operated ventilation system. Well-sealed homes are great for energy efficiency, but when air is trapped inside a tight space for too […]

With winter thaws and spring and summer rains, it’s no surprise that basements have to deal with lots of moisture and wetness. The best way to keep your home and possessions free from water damage is to install a sump pump. While a dehumidifier or whole-home humidification system may help you remove some of the […]

One of the best things about summer vacation, is, of course, the vacation! Where will you and your family be heading this summer? When you’re away, you’ll want to ensure that your home is secure and certain precautionary measures have been taken. These 8 tips on how to protect your home while on vacation will […]

April showers bring May flowers… and pests. One common but overlooked place where pests can take shelter is your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. Pests can enter your home in a variety of ways. There are obvious points of entry, such as broken doors and windows, but then there are less obvious places, […]

Homeowners are often confused about what “hard water” actually is (isn’t hard water technically “ice”?) and why it can cause such serious trouble in plumbing. We’ll explain in more detail why hard water is something you want to remove from your home and the benefits you’ll receive from using a whole-house water softener to do […]

Usually, the biggest contributing factor to high energy bills is whether or not the home has proper attic insulation. Since heat rises, a lot of your expensive conditioned heat will escape into the attic and out of the home. In the summer, the hot rays of the sun can quickly turn your attic into a […]

From installation to replacement, the maintenance in between is crucial to how long one can delay the inevitable decline. With proper care and maintenance, you will enjoy an efficient furnace for years and possibly decades to come. A furnace’s life expectancy is dependent on many factors including climate, fuel, regular maintenance, heating system type, brand, […]

We all know that it’s important to keep your HVAC system clean and cleared of debris both indoors and out. A clean HVAC system is an efficient and safe HVAC system. But what if your home and HVAC system starts to host some uninvited guests? Regular maintenance and annual cleanings and inspections by professional HVAC […]

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. And that means lots of electric lighting, decorations, trees, yule logs, candles, and other things that can make you feel jolly, but can also pose a danger to your home and loved ones. The colder weather, increased time spent indoors, and holiday celebrations are the main reasons […]

As the leaves begin to turn colors and fall from the trees, your air conditioner will begin to enter its hibernation phase. In the fall and early winter, it’s a good time to start preparing your central air conditioning system for the colder and more extreme weather ahead. The outdoor unit (aka condenser unit) is […]