According to the U.S. Census, more than 75% of the 132 million homes in America replace their ducted HVAC system yearly. An efficient HVAC system helps ensure that your home feels comfortable and has … [Read more...]
7 Tips for Minimizing Spring Allergen Exposure
Seasonal allergies affect many people in the United States. This is especially true in the spring due to the high pollen count, though pollen isn’t the only thing that can trigger allergies. Mild … [Read more...]
Claiming Tax Credits for Your HVAC Upgrades
Home improvements that improve your structure’s energy efficiency may be eligible for federal tax credits. These include equipment for solar, wind, geothermal and fuel cell technology. ENERGY STAR® … [Read more...]
HVAC Maintenance Tips for Your Spring Cleaning Project
Spring cleaning projects are popular among homeowners around this time of year, and require a significant amount of time and effort. No area in your home should be left uncleaned, which means that … [Read more...]
How to Fix Sagging in Gravity Sewer Lines
Most homeowners don’t pay much attention to their property’s piping system until a problem comes up. This system moves sewage waste from homes to a municipal sewage system in the local community. It’s … [Read more...]
Recommended R-Values for Different Areas of the Home
Every area of your house has insulating materials with a certain capacity to resist heat flow. This capacity is known as R-value. While this might not be a common topic between you and your … [Read more...]
3 Winter Care Tips for Your Plumbing System
A lot of plumbing problems occur at the most inopportune times because those times generally coincide with seasons that put a lot of stress on your pipes--like winter, for example. While there’s no … [Read more...]
The Benefits of Tankless Water Heaters
Unlike ordinary water heaters, tankless water heaters heat water directly. Since they don’t need tanks to store water, they don’t have the same standby energy losses associated with storage water … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Set Your Thermostat for Comfort and Energy Efficiency
Did you know that you can save at least 10% on heating and cooling costs every year just by setting your thermostat correctly? Unfortunately, almost 90% of Americans are not taking advantage of this … [Read more...]
Ways to Keep Your AC Energy-Efficient Year-Round
An energy-efficient HVAC system upgrade can help drive down your cooling costs during the hotter months, but it’s not a solution. Buying the latest air conditioner doesn’t guarantee that you can save … [Read more...]
