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How to Protect Your Water Softener This Winter
Before winter arrives, it is crucial to get your home fully ready for frigid conditions. In addition to sealing drafts, insulating your pipes and scheduling a tune-up for your heating system, take time to winterize your water softener, as well. Even though it’s filled with salt water, it can still
How to Keep Heat in Your Home
As winter approaches and the weather gets colder, keeping your house warm is essential. If you have leaks or drafts in your home, it may be difficult and expensive to keep the heat inside where it belongs. While you prepare your house for winter, you should make your home more
5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Home Comfort in 2020
A new year means a fresh start. For many people, that means starting a diet, kicking bad habits to the curb, or committing to an exercise routine. These are all great goals, but another way you can improve your health and comfort is by tackling the following home improvement projects.
4 Ways to Cut Heating and Cooling Costs
There are myriad ways you can cut down your energy bill without sacrificing comfort, and the following are four of the most effective. Some require the work of a heating professional while others are DIY jobs. Thermostat Upgrade Programmable thermostats are a must; that way, you can create a heating
When to Upgrade Your Electrical Panel
If the electrical system is your home’s circulatory system, then your electrical panel is the heart. Your electrical panel is responsible for sending power to your home’s circuits. Then, the circuits send this power to your outlets. Like all appliances, electrical panels become less reliable with age. Here are four
Should I Install a Ductless Mini-Split?
If you’re upgrading or installing a new HVAC system, give serious consideration to a ductless mini-split system. These high-tech units are popular amongst homeowners who want lower utility bills, cleaner indoor air, and greater indoor comfort. Learn more below! Customize Comfort With Home Zoning Ductless mini-splits consist of one outdoor
Can HVAC Air Filters Reduce the Spread of Allergens and Germs?
We’re entering peak allergy season in most states across the U.S., and New York is no different. Unfortunately, the rise of coronavirus (COVID-19) is coinciding with the start of allergy season and the tail end of flu season, and this unhappy coincidence has caused a significant increase in questions and
How to Know If There’s a Hidden Leak in Your Home
Signs You May Have a Hidden Leak No homeowner wants to deal with any plumbing problems. However, the damage caused by unnoticed issues can be substantial if they’re not addressed in time. When you have a leaking pipe, it typically happens out of sight, behind your walls, and even under
Heating and Cooling Problems Caused By Lack of Maintenance
Maintaining your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is as important as scheduling regular maintenance for your car. Like all mechanical equipment, parts wear out, need lubrication, and require adjustment and calibration to work efficiently. Neglecting routine tune-ups can create significant problems or cause the machinery to stop working.
Why Is My AC Blowing Out Warm Air?
Your central air conditioner is running, but the house just isn’t cooling down. In fact, the air coming from your vents feels warm! Now what? There could be one of many reasons why this is happening, but the good news is that you may be able to fix the problem