If you’re looking for ways to reduce your home’s energy consumption (and your monthly utility bill), we've got some tips for you!   A great way to reduce your home's energy consumption comes from one of the most used fixtures in your home...the lighting! Makes …

Your Indoor Air Quality Just like it is important to disinfect and sanitize your eating areas, wash your dishes, clean your clothes, it is also just as important to ensure the air your breathe is as clean as it can be. The indoor air quality …

Maintaining comfortable temperatures with décor Did you know there's more you can do to adjust your home temperature than simply changing your thermostat? There are many different methods for maintaining consistent temperatures while also helping to keep your monthly energy costs at a minimum. Here, …

HVAC DIY maintenance can seem like a daunting task and knowing when to DIY and when to call a repairman can be overwhelming. While most HVAC issues should be serviced by a professional, there are a few things that you can do to maintain your …

A toasty home is welcomed when escaping chilly weather. Less welcome are the heating bills that can come with keeping that abode cozy. By taking a few preemptive steps, however, it is possible to optimize energy usage, get the most from your heating system, and …

Looking back on the old Tex Avery home of tomorrow cartoon we find ourselves right in the middle of many technological conveniences that once seemed absurd and now seem, well, reasonable. Here we are with three primary contenders for the role of the brains of …

There isn't exactly a simple answer to this question. The short answer is "no" ...well to a point. The absolute cheapest are probably a step or two below what you may want but the expensive ones aren't necessarily what you want either. Let's take a …

Today we take a closer look at dehumidifier systems, how they work and what they do. Obviously they dehumidify the building and pull moisture out of it. But if it were really just as simple as that this would be a pretty short article. The …

It's easy to take home comfort systems for granted when they work well. When you are comfortable they are easy to forget. But in the middle of the summer or winter they become extremely important. And when they stop working or need a repair suddenly …

Nobody wants that hot summer day when they notice their house is still uncomfortably warm yet the air conditioner has been running non stop. They check the vents and discover the disappointing temperature of the air. There are a lot of reasons for your ac …

It's really easy to forget about having maintenance on your hvac systems at the beginning of their respective seasons. But, just like your car, keeping it tuned up can mean it runs better and more reliably. Today we look at the importance of heating and …

It's easy to take your HVAC design for granted when building or remodeling. The focus is usually on aesthetics like the layout of furniture and appliances, colors, decorations, etc. Meanwhile the HVAC system might be treated more a one size fits all solution -it's usually …

Dry itchy skin! It's annoying, and usually accompanied by irritated sinuses. It's hard to find that perfect balance between dry enough and too dry. That's where central air humidifiers come in! The itchy eyes, sore throats, stuffy noses that are caused by dry air can …

If you have a large home, business or other large space that you have to cool you may want to consider getting an HVAC economizer. Dry, cool weather is most optimal for these devices -preferably hot during the day and cool at night. Here in …

There are two sides to this coin and as you might have guessed this means it's not necessarily a simple answer. The short answer: yes and no. Wait, what? But everyone says we need a fancy thermostat! Can you save money with one? Of course. …

It's easy to just assume that your local utility company can produce infinite energy with ease, but this isn't exactly how it works. There's an old saying you are probably familiar with: 'it takes money to make money.' and this is certainly applicable to utility …

A new air conditioning system can be a big investment so there is a lot to consider when making the decision. Here we will take a look at some of the aspects to consider. Installation vs Repair Depending on the condition of the unit it's …

So you might have heard that the US Environmental Protection Agency will be banning the production and import of many hydro-chlorofluorocarbons better known as HCFCs. This includes R22 (HCFC-22) which is commonly known as Freon, a refrigerant used by many older air conditioners. Freon is …

There are a lot of situations where you can benefit from retrofitting an HVAC system. Maybe you are tired of repairs. Or perhaps you are moving and don't want to buy a new unit. Even then, if you are considering buying a new unit down …

All to often a pipe gets backed up and clogged and it's sometimes something that could have been very easily avoided.  In many cases of a clogged toilet it's something obvious that shouldn't have been flushed in the first place like a toy for instance.  …

Years ago when you had to replace a sewer line, you had to dig up the yard covering the entire stretch of pipe -sometimes even into the street. This was messy, very expensive and sometimes even meant hazardous sewer germs lurking about the yard. So …

There's two great reasons to go with a more environmentally friendly hvac system: helping the planet by reducing your energy use and saving money!  If you are needing to replace an old, outdated heating and/or cooling system -then it's certainly worth considering the upgrade to …

This is another one of those times where small home maintenance can make a difference and save you money.  It's easy to overlook your washer and dryer and simply use them til they stop working at which point it's time to repair them or replace …

A lot of people wonder what causes their pipes to clog up and are surprised to learn that some of the most common household products can start the buildup that leads to a real nasty clog. Cooking oils and grease Grease is one of the …