A furnace is often a background player at home, ensuring you're warm during the cold winter months. It frequently won't be noticed until something breaks down. One cause might be that your furnace has a cracked heat exchanger. It can be a safety risk, so it’s important to know [Continue Reading ]
When you imagine winter, you hopefully imagine a comfortable evening at home. But every now and then winter decides not to go along with our plans, and we're left shivering in our own homes. You won't always be able to prevent a blizzard from showing up, but you can prevent [Continue Reading ]
Installing a Nest thermostat is one of the most convenient ways to optimize the everyday schedule of your HVAC system. This smart thermostat can learn your preferences and automatically make improvements. But as you may expect, it won’t work well or at all if you see an error [Continue Reading ]
The idea of using both a furnace and heat pump may feel somewhat odd at first. After all, why do you need two sources of heat? Although furnaces and heat pumps both deliver energy-efficient heat, the variations in their design really make employing both of them a practical [Continue Reading ]
When something’s wrong with your HVAC system, one of the first places to check is your thermostat. Most models use a digital display that will show a specific numerical error code. This error code can be used to help determine the problem and streamline the troubleshooting and repair [Continue Reading ]
A mini-split system can be a great addition to your home. Unlike traditional forced-air systems, mini-splits don’t need the maze of air ducts to provide comfortable indoor temperatures. Instead, you can install one or more units in the rooms or spaces that need them most. But where exactly are the [Continue Reading ]
Whether you’re new to the job market or looking for a different career, it’s a good idea to find out what’s in demand. The higher the demand, the easier it is to find training, certifications and good career opportunities. In the last several years, there has been a [Continue Reading ]
When you’re trying to find quality HVAC services, you probably want a technician that knows what they’re doing. Many service companies advertise expert staff, but how can you know for sure? One of the easiest ways to confirm if an HVAC technician has experience is by looking for [Continue Reading ]
A comfortable bedroom is a key part of a good night’s sleep, and temperature is one of the strongest influences on comfort. Tweaking the temperature of your room each night by just a few degrees can benefit the length and quality of your sleep. But just like how [Continue Reading ]
It's winter! And that means cold temperatures and high heating costs. If you're looking to reduce your energy bills this season without sacrificing comfort, this guide is for you. We’ll review how to make sure your home stays warm without costing you an arm and a [Continue Reading ]
