For many of us, having enough hot water was always a challenge when we were growing up. We had to carefully time out who in the house was showering when, what time to start the dishwasher or set off a load of laundry, and so on—all to give our water heater tanks a...
With every passing year, the importance of achieving and maintaining energy efficiency becomes more and more critical for commercial building owners; after all, such large buildings naturally require high levels of power to operate. As energy prices keep climbing, the...
High humidity levels in a home can be a dangerous, if innocuous-seeming thing. Who hasn’t dealt with a little excess humidity, after all? We’ve all been to Florida for a family trip to Disney World or suffered through a particularly brutal stretch of July weather and...
If you live in an old house—or this might ring true even in many newer buildings—you probably have “hot spots” or “cold spots” in your home: rooms or corners that heat or cool unevenly. Maybe your living room over the garage doesn’t heat up as well in the winter, but...
We all love the gadgets and devices that make our home “smarter” and more convenient—video doorbells and security systems, digital assistants like Amazon’s Alexa tied to our speakers, and robot vacuums that keep the floors clean without us needing to lift a finger....
If you’ve ever lived in an old building with a clanking radiator or a home that needed to install in-window A/C units every summer, you know that not all heating and cooling methods are made equally. Modern HVAC systems are far more powerful and efficient than...
Springtime! The snow is melting, flowers are blooming, and cheerful voices can be heard as people stroll leisurely through downtowns and neighborhoods. It’s finally getting warmer. Before long, spring will give way to summer, and we’ll be wishing for a little less of...
Since the technology was invented in 1902 by Willis Carrier air conditioning has become present in almost 90% of US homes, as well as shops, restaurants, and offices. Choosing to install central air to your home or replacing your current equipment can be a daunting...
HVAC for PetsAlmost 70% of all households in the United States own pets. Pets hold such an important place in our hearts. As a pet owner we must take care of the daily responsibilities such as feeding, cleaning, and lots of attention. However most pet owners don't...
It's time to clear the vents! High efficiency furnaces, water heaters, and other fossil-fuel burning appliances may have exhaust vents that leave your home or building through an exterior wall. During the winter months these vents may become covered and blocked with...
Improving energy efficiency, and saving money, with insulation, especially when it comes to our HVAC equipment, are extremely beneficial for homeowners. But it can sometimes be a challenge to figure out what exactly is going to make a difference in how our heating and...
It’s tax return season and we know that money can burn a hole in your pocket! The IRS reports that the average tax return is $3,120. This can take you a long way, especially if you want to invest it in items that will give you long term value, such as your HVAC...
