When everything is running smoothly in your home, it’s easy to forget about the small things that can make a big difference, like when to change a furnace filter. Neglecting this one small step can lead to a variety of issues with your HVAC system. While there are varying schools of thought as to how often should you change your furnace filter, it’s better to err on the side of caution. If your filters are not clean, that means your system is pumping dirty air throughout your home, increasing the amount of dust and allergens you are breathing into your body. This can manifest itself in physica ..read more

Most people tend to use the terms boiler and furnace to mean the same thing; however, they are two different ways to heat your home, with distinct differences in how they work. Whatever type of unit you may have, it’s important to use a qualified, fully licensed professional to help you service your system on a regular basis. When it comes to the boiler vs. furnace argument, this guide will focus on how a boiler works and what you need to do to ensure your boiler works effectively and efficiently. What’s a boiler? Let’s clear up the terms first. A furnace runs on heat, whether it’s gas, electr ..read more

It’s never a good time for plumbing emergencies to strike in your home, but winter can be a particularly difficult season to get hit with home maintenance problems. Between the low outdoor temperatures and increased reliance on your home’s utilities, winter plumbing problems can strike out of nowhere and create a huge headache if those problems render certain water and plumbing services unusable.  With winter around the corner, now is a good time to make sure you’re taking action to prevent plumbing emergencies from occurring, and to lay out a plan of action if your home is hit with plumb ..read more

Dealing with a clogged toilet is basically a rite of passage for any adult tasked with trouble-shooting their own plumbing problems. These clogs are inevitable, but they can also be a huge problem if the clog doesn’t resolve itself quickly—and especially if that toilet is the only option in your home. When your toilet won’t flush, you’re probably in urgent need of help to restore that plumbing fixture to proper working order. If you’ve had the misfortune of dealing with a number of clogs over a short period of time, you might have a bigger plumbing issue that needs to be addressed, including a ..read more

You dust your home regularly, sweep and vacuum, change the air filters on your furnace every month, and still, it won’t go away: no matter what you do, dust is a never-ending problem in your home. If you have allergies, this buildup can be even more frustrating and uncomfortable. Although some amount of dust is inevitable in any home, it’s also possible that, despite your cleaning efforts, dust continues to pollute your air from unseen sources. One of the most likely sources of this dust is the ductwork running throughout your walls and ceilings, circulating fresh air through your home—and, al ..read more

When it comes to upgrading your home with smart technology and other next-generation appliances, thermostats rarely get the same attention as new kitchen appliances, high-efficiency bathroom fixtures, and other indoor features. But programmable thermostats have a lot to offer homeowners in terms of the convenience they offer, the level of control they provide to homeowners, and the lifetime savings on energy costs that can come with optimized use of this device. Curious how a new thermostat can save you money on your heating and cooling bill? Here’s a look at how this small device can lead to ..read more

With cold winter months just around the corner, your home is gradually transitioning its reliance on its HVAC system. After summer months spent leaning on the air conditioner to maintain a cool home interior, your furnace is about to shake off months of hibernation as you depend on its heating capacity to keep your household warm this summer. But these powerful appliances can’t do their jobs without regular maintenance and tuneups to repair existing breakdowns and prevent future malfunctions. A (winter HVAC service) visit can offer perfect timing to get your furnace ready for the winter ahead ..read more

An out-of-order furnace isn’t just an inconvenience for homeowners and residents. In cold winter temperatures, furnace issues can be downright dangerous, even making it impossible to safety stay in your place. When your home’s (heater is not working), you can’t afford to delay furnace repairs or replacements, even if you’re concerned about the cost. Low temperatures in your home are not only a risk to everyone living with you, but it can increase the risk of frozen pipes and subsequent water damage, dramatically increasing your home repair needs. To help you understand your furnace issue and n ..read more

If you made it through the summer without running into any air conditioner issues, count yourself lucky. When temperatures rise, your A/C unit shoulders a heavy burden in trying to keep your home cool—and this hard work can leave a lasting mark on your appliance as temperatures start to drop. For this reason, the fall season is a popular time to schedule A/C tune-ups before covering the appliance or storing it away for the winter months. If you’ve never scheduled a fall A/C tune-up—or even if you haven’t been consistent in providing this maintenance every year—you could be setting yourself up ..read more

Air conditioners do a lot of heavy lifting for residential homes as summer heats rise. Unfortunately, that workload means that even the best air conditioning units wear out and require replacement over time. Most air conditioners don’t completely break down overnight. Instead, they start wearing out over time, and developing new problems that forewarn homeowners that they’ll soon need a replacement for their air conditioner. But exactly when is it time to replace a central air conditioner—and what are the signs homeowners should be looking for? Read on to learn about five tell-tale signals fo ..read more