The windows of your home open up to the outdoors, a way to let light in while you take in the view of your garden, yard or other surroundings. The last thing you need to see is a sweaty window plastered in a film of condensation. Not only are [Continue Reading ]
Lots of snow and winter weather offers a fun day sledding down the highest hill or snowball fights in the front yard. However, winter weather can be tough on your home. Excessively cold conditions can cause the water lines in your house's plumbing system to freeze and burst, which [Continue Reading ]
A furnace is almost always a background player at home, helping keep you warm during the cold winter months. It frequently isn't noticed until something goes wrong. One source could be that your furnace has a cracked heat exchanger. It’s a potentially dangerous issue, so it’s important to familiarize [Continue Reading ]
When you imagine winter, ideally you think of a comfy evening curled up by the fire. But once in a while winter doesn't want to go along with our plans, and we're stuck shivering in our own homes. You might not be able to prevent a blizzard from rolling through, [Continue Reading ]
Using a Nest thermostat is one of the most convenient ways to optimize the day-to-day schedule of your comfort system. This smart thermostat can learn your preferences and automatically make changes. But as you might expect, it won’t work well or at all if you see an error [Continue Reading ]
The thought of running both a furnace and heat pump can feel somewhat strange at first. After all, why would you need two heaters? Even though furnaces and heat pumps both offer energy-efficient heat, the variations in their design really make using both of them a worthwhile option. [Continue Reading ]
When something’s messing with your HVAC system, one of the first places to look is your thermostat. Many models use a digital display that will display 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 great addition to your home. Unlike central forced-air systems, mini-splits don’t depend on the maze of air ducts to provide 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 ]
Whether you’re starting out in the job market or considering a different career, it’s a smart idea to find out what’s in demand. The higher the demand, the more likely it is to find training, certifications and good career opportunities. In the last few years, there has been [Continue Reading ]
When you’re trying to find quality HVAC services, you generally want a technician that understands what they’re doing. Lots of service companies advertise expert staff, but how can you know for certain? One of the most consistent ways to check if an HVAC technician has experience is by [Continue Reading ]
