Peak-Heat AC Survival Guide: Airflow, Insulation & Shade Tips

Hot summer weather can push even a well-maintained air conditioner to its limits. As temperatures in   rise, it's common to notice higher energy bills, warm areas throughout the home and cooling systems that appear to run all day without keeping up.  It's easy to assume the air conditioner is the only thing that affects how comfortable your home feels. In reality, your home's airflow, insulation and shade all play [Continue Reading ]

What Can Change the Cost of an HVAC System Installation?  If you have searched for HVAC replacement cost online, you've probably noticed something almost immediately: estimates for heating and cooling installation can vary widely. Why do prices vary so much? And, what’s the real cost of installing a new HVAC system for your home?  The answer is that, when it comes to HVAC replacement, there's no such [Continue Reading ]

Many people think power surges are limited to lightning storms. While lightning is definitely one cause, it's far from the only one. Utility switching, power outages/restoration and even large appliances cycling on and off can all create voltage spikes inside your home.  These electric voltage spikes don't just damage televisions and computers. They can also cause HVAC electrical damage because today's heating and [Continue Reading ]

Summer is here. Your AC starts running, but your home still feels clammy. Family members keep lowering the thermostat temperature. Now, some rooms are still uncomfortably humid while others feel too cold. Meanwhile, energy bills increase. This is a frequent issue during humid summers in , . Many [Continue Reading ]