Do you cool your home using window AC units? Does it seem like your window units aren't quite as effective as they were when you first install them? It is very likely that window AC units will lose their efficiency, even if they are just a couple years old. This article explains a few ways that you can maintain an efficient window AC unit. Removing or Covering Your Window Units
13 March 2018
Access to hot water is one of the many reasons modern homeowners enjoy indoor plumbing. Laundering clothes, washing dishes, and taking a shower just wouldn't be the same without hot water. Your home is supplied with hot water by a water heater, but this all-important appliance can be temperamental. Being able to recognize some signs of trouble and address them quickly will help you ensure that your home always has access to the hot water it needs to keep your family safe and comfortable over time.
25 January 2018
The water in your home may not be as clean as you want it to be. Water quality issues may not only affect your health, but they can also affect the mechanical systems and appliances. To ensure the water in your home is clean a pure, here are some tips that will help give you water that is healthy and easy on mechanical installations: 1. Water Softener Systems to Reduce Wear of Appliances
8 December 2017
If your parent has Alzheimer's and is moving in with you, you need to make some changes to your home for their safety. One place you can start out with is calling an electrician to make some lighting changes in your home. Below are three things they can do so you do not have to worry about your parent injuring themselves. Install Lights in Hallways Alzheimer's patients often wander around at night, or your parent may get up to use the restroom in the middle of the night.
31 October 2017
Heat pumps are incredibly efficient and effective for providing heating and air conditioning throughout your entire home. They also allow you to control relative humidity levels on top of control over the temperature of each room. The icing on the cake is that heat pumps have a relatively long lifespan of approximately 10 to 15 years and require minimal amounts of maintenance. Before you jump the gun and install heat pumps in your home, understand that different models possess unique features.
24 February 2017
A central air conditioning system can lead to energy costs running at a high rate if it isn't in top shape. Other aspects of your house can have an effect on energy costs as well. If you want to make sure your air conditioner is energy efficient, you might want to invest in professional maintenance. Discover a few helpful suggestions in this article that can guide you on the path to having a more energy efficient home.
18 January 2017
Do you spend a ton of money on energy bills throughout the month? You may have intention of saving, but it seems nearly impossible because the cost to heat and cool your home is way higher than you would like it to be. There is a possibility that you are wasting some energy without even realizing it, and that could easily cause your bills to gradually get higher. If you are ready to start saving, there are some simple yet important steps you should consider taking.
30 December 2016
Are you currently celebrating the end of summer? Are you tired of the high temperatures that plagued your area for the past several months? While summer can be a fun time, with activities like swimming, camping, or fishing, the temperatures can sometimes be significantly higher than you'd like. If you don't have a working air conditioner, you're going to have a difficult time. In order to make sure that you're prepared for the heat of next summer, here are some things you need to do:
7 December 2016
Window air conditioners provide climate control to a single room within a house or apartment. However, due to humidity and the fact that their interiors provide a dim, cool environment, mold can begin to grow within your window air conditioning unit over time. This can cause a number of health problems, and aggravate respiratory conditions like asthma and allergies. Thankfully, there are a couple of things that you can do to prevent the growth of mold within your window air conditioner unit.
11 October 2016
With an array of fitting applications and a good reputation for energy efficiency, ductless mini split heating and air systems seem like a logical choice for homeowners. Even though you may have heard about the advantages of these modern systems, you may be hesitant to make the change in your own home. This hesitation usually comes from prevailing myths surrounding these systems. To better understand if a ductless mini split system is the right fit for you and your home, it is best to get these nagging misconceptions out fo the way right off the bat.
7 August 2016
