Maximize the life of your air conditioner If you are like most homeowners, you want your air conditioner to run efficiently when it gets hot and you want it to last as many years as possible. HVAC experts agree there are several simple things you can do to make sure your air conditioner’s life is […]
Use a humidifier to combat dry skin, illness in winter
When the cold weather hits and the furnace begins to run, most of us accept the dry skin, static electricity and occasional sinus headache. The dry feeling we experience in the winter time is because of the low humidity prevalent in cold air. A constantly running furnace only exacerbates the problem. Low humidity is actually […]
Your HVAC system and your pets
Pets can create a unique set of challenges for your HVAC system. This is true any time of year, but keeping your system running efficiently is especially important in the winter, when cold temps keep windows closed and ventilation limited. Meanwhile, your pets are spending more time indoors, meaning more fur and dirt for your […]
Don’t wait for winter to check your furnace
Use the last of the warm, sunny days in Northeast Ohio to prepare for winter. Now is perfect time to schedule an inspection and get any needed repairs done on your furnace, boiler or heat pump. Once it gets cold, you will want that heating unit to be ready to go. Most heating and cooling […]
When you need emergency power
A home generator can be a great convenience when you need some backup power, whether for a personal project or in the case of a minor power outage. In cases of major storms or natural disasters, however, a generator is a necessity for comfort and may be lifeline to keeping your home or business habitable […]
A furnace inspection can ward off an emergency
The most important item on your To-Do List before cold winter weather sets in is to schedule your furnace check-up. Not only does the EPA recommend annual inspections to be sure your heating system is running efficiently, a check-up is your best way to avoid an unexpected breakdown, which can cost you more in service […]