2017

  • Having A Fireplace Installed In Your New Home? 4 Safety Tips You'll Need To Remember


    If you're having a fireplace installed in your new home, you're in for some cozy winters. Fireplaces not only add charm to a home, they're also a great way to add extra warmth, especially during those long winter months. If this will be your first fireplace, you might not be aware of the safety precautions you'll need to take. You see, while fireplaces do add warmth to your home, they can also pose risks, especially if you're not careful with them.
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  • Problems With Your Water Heater


    When you call a specialist for plumbing repairs on your water heater, there are a few problems that they will look for first and foremost. Are any of these your problem? You'll need an expert to diagnose and fix them.  There Is No Hot Water This is certainly a frustrating issue. Occasionally there is a simple fix, such as a broken pilot light. For electrical hot water heaters, the power supply could also be an issue.
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  • 3 Maintenance Tips To Keep Your Heating Costs Down This Winter


    As the weather outside begins to get colder, your HVAC system will be using more energy to keep your home cool. To keep the costs of heating your home as low as possible, regular maintenance is important. With a good winter heating maintenance routine, your heating will be much more efficient. Here are a few HVAC maintenance tips to help ensure your heating costs are lower: 1. Fall Servicing Before You Use Heating
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  • Prepare Your Air Conditioner For The Fall With These Care Tips


    With hot summer temperatures giving way to cooler fall weather, there's a good chance you're winding down your air conditioner usage. That gives you the perfect opportunity to get it ready for the upcoming fall and winter months. Following these A/C maintenance tips will ensure that your A/C system stays in great shape throughout the fall and winter. You'll also have peace of mind that your A/C system will be ready for action next year.
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  • 4 Questions To Consider When Your Air Conditioner Isn't Working


    If your central air conditioning unit isn't working so well, you may want to rush out and get a new one immediately. However, there are some important questions you should consider before you make your final decision. Check out these questions that will help guide you. Is a Repair a Better Option? Before you run out and buy the newest system for your home, first consider if a repair is a better option, however, just because a repair is possible, it doesn't mean it is the best option.
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  • Is Your Home's HVAC System A Potential Fire Hazard?


    While an HVAC system is not typically thought of as being a potential fire hazard, there is the risk of a fire occurring if the system isn't maintained. Here are 3 reasons why your home's HVAC system could be at risk of causing a fire. Connection and Wire Insulation Problems Your HVAC system has several components that use electricity. The fan, thermostat, and condenser coils all have some sort of connection that could be problematic.
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  • Insulating Your Attic For Improved HVAC Efficiency


    When you have heating and/or cooling ducts running through your attic, you need to take steps to make sure that your ducts are not exposed to the outside temperature. While the temperature in your attic might not affect the temperature inside your home, it can affect the efficiency of your heating and cooling equipment.  The Problems Presented by an Uninsulated Attic When your attic heats up during the summer, it can heat up your AC ducts, and as cool air from your AC flows through heated ducts, the ducts will warm the air flowing through them.
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  • 3 Questions To Ask Now So That Your Home Is Warm Later


    As the warm summer months begin to wind down, it becomes the perfect time to have your heating  system checked over. This is an ideal thing to do to ensure that you are all set for the cold winter season. The last thing you want to have happen is not being able to heat your home when a cold snap creeps upon you. Furnace maintenance is crucial, even when it is hot outside.
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  • Three Air Conditioning Service Tips


    If you want your household to stay as cool as it can be, you will need to reach out to HVAC professionals that are skilled and able to help you with any work. By staying conscious of the condition of your air conditioner, you will be able to protect your home and also stay comfortable—especially in the July and August heat. Use these tips to get the service that you need for your air conditioner.
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  • 3 Tips That Can Help Save Money When Cooling Your Home


    One of the worst parts about the summer is that it can greatly increase your utility bills, mostly because you're going to need to be using your air conditioner quite often in order to keep yourself and your family cool and comfortable. However, there are a few things that you can do that can help you save money when cooling your home, such as the three options listed below. Install A Smart Thermostat
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