Whether it’s a much-needed vacation or a lengthy trip for work, traveling means making plans for your HVAC system. You won’t be using it while you’re away, so you can adjust it as needed to limit your energy use. Just the same, you don’t want to just leave it [Continue Reading ]
When the weather starts to cool off, you are probably wondering about how you’ll make the most of your heating and cooling. After all, HVAC bills can contribute a large piece of your monthly electric bill. To try and find ways to reduce costs, some homeowners take a [Continue Reading ]
The windows throughout your home are a gateway to the outdoors, a way to let light in when you take in the view of your garden, yard or other surroundings. The last thing you want to see is a sweaty window plastered in a film of condensation. Not only [Continue Reading ]
Snow-covered winter weather brings things like sledding down a nearby hill or snowball fights in the front yard. That being said, winter weather can be difficult on your home. Severely cold conditions can encourage the water lines in your home to freeze and burst, which could result in severe [Continue Reading ]
A furnace is usually a background player in your home, ensuring you're warm in the cold winter months. It often won't be noticed until a malfunction appears. One cause could be that your furnace has a cracked heat exchanger. It can be a safety risk, so it’s worthwhile to [Continue Reading ]
When you think of winter, ideally you think about a cozy evening in your warm home. But once in a while winter doesn't want to go along with our plans, and we end up shivering in our own homes. You may not be able to prevent a blizzard from rolling [Continue Reading ]
Installing a Nest thermostat is one of the easiest ways to improve the day-to-day schedule of your heating and cooling. This smart thermostat can learn your preferences and automatically make changes. But as you might expect, it won’t work properly or at all if you see an error [Continue Reading ]
The idea of installing both a furnace and heat pump might feel somewhat strange at first. After all, why should you need two sources of heat? Even though furnaces and heat pumps both offer energy-efficient heat, the changes in their design genuinely make using both of them a [Continue Reading ]
When something’s messing with your HVAC system, one of the first places to check is your thermostat. Many models have a digital display that will show a specific numerical error code. This error code can be used to help determine the problem and streamline the troubleshooting and repair [Continue Reading ]
A mini-split system can be a useful addition to your home. Unlike central forced-air systems, mini-splits don’t depend on the maze of air ducts to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures. Instead, you can install one or more units in the rooms or spaces that need them most. But where exactly are [Continue Reading ]
