Any home can have a radon gas problem. What exactly is radon gas? Well, you can’t see, smell or taste it. It comes from the breakdown of naturally occurring uranium or radium. It seeps into your house through cracks and holes in the foundation, construction joints and plumbing fixtures. It can even come in with […]
This winter has been a little colder than usual. We are just trying to get through it and hope our HVAC system will do the same. Most systems are designed to “weather” the “weather”. But there are times in colder conditions that special maintenance is necessary to keep everything running smoothly. If your home uses […]
According to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), studies of exposure to air pollutants show that indoor levels may be two to five times – and in some instances, as many as 100 times – higher than outdoor pollutants. Americans spend an estimated 90 percent of their time indoors, thereby ranking indoor pollution among the top […]
After two ice storms and lots of cold weather, it is refreshing to know that Spring is just around the corner. We will be calling soon to schedule your Spring Precision Tune-up Maintenance. If you haven’t sent your renewal in yet, there is still time to get it to us. For those who aren’t sure […]
Look for these signs that may indicate it’s time for an upgrade: Age – a well maintained system can “live” for 15 to 20 years; however, a unit that receives less care typically only lasts 5 to 10 years. In either case, you should have your system evaluated when it reaches 10 years. Noise – […]
Airflow is very important in moderating the temperature of your home, ensuring the life of your roof and the overall efficiency of your home. A properly vented attic lets air flow in and out of your home having cooler air drawn into your soffits as hot air rises through the attic to pass through the […]
In a typical home, it is not unusual to have slight temperature differences from room to room. However, if you are noticing an extreme fluctuation in the temperature from one room to another, there are several things you can check. Not only will you feel more comfortable moving around your house, but an efficient HVAC […]
Like humans, houses need to replace the air you’ve breathed with fresh air from outside. Having enough oxygen available makes a difference to basic human functioning. Multiple office place studies have shown speed and accuracy of workers increases with better ventilation. However, ventilation does not just replace the carbon dioxide we exhale, it also serves […]
AFUE (annual fuel utilization efficiency) is one typical term used in rating residential gas furnaces. It measures how efficiently the funace is in converting energy in its fuel to heat over the course of a typical year. For example, an AFUE of 90% means that 90% of the energy in the fuel becomes heat for […]
The filter you choose is a vital part of your heating and cooling system. The wrong type of filter can cause your energy bills to rise, leave mold or other particles in your air, and shorten the lifespan of your system. There are 5 ratings to look at when purchasing your filters: Pressure drop lets you […]
