Lots of snow and winter weather offers a fun day sledding down a nearby hill or snowball fights in the front yard. That being said, winter weather can be difficult on your home. Excessively cold conditions can encourage the water lines in your home to freeze and burst, which [Continue Reading ]
A furnace is almost always a background player at home, keeping you warm during the cold winter months. It regularly won't be noticed until a malfunction appears. One cause could be that your furnace has a cracked heat exchanger. It can potentially be hazardous, so it’s worthwhile to learn [Continue Reading ]
When you think about winter, ideally you imagine a cozy evening at home. But once in a while 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 blowing through, but you can [Continue Reading ]
Operating a Nest thermostat is one of the best ways to perfect the everyday schedule of your comfort system. This smart thermostat can recognize your preferences and automatically make improvements. But as you might expect, it won’t work well or at all if you see an error code [Continue Reading ]
The thought of running both a furnace and heat pump might sound somewhat unusual at first. After all, why do you need two heating systems? Even though furnaces and heat pumps both produce energy-efficient heat, the variations in their design really make installing both of them a practical [Continue Reading ]
When something’s wrong with your HVAC system, one of the first places to look is your thermostat. Many models have a digital display that will reveal a specific numerical error code. This error code can be used to help diagnose the problem and streamline the troubleshooting and repair [Continue Reading ]
A mini-split system can be a great addition to your home. Unlike central forced-air systems, mini-splits don’t rely on 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 [Continue Reading ]
Whether you’re new to the job market or considering a new career, it’s a good idea to research what’s in demand. The higher the demand, the more likely it is to find training, certifications and good career opportunities. In the last several years, there has been a sharp [Continue Reading ]
When you’re looking for quality HVAC services, you likely want a technician that understands what they’re doing. Lots of service companies advertise expert staff, but how can you know for sure? One of the best ways to check if an HVAC technician has experience is by checking their [Continue Reading ]
It's a positive thing that your plumbing is reliable. When your plumbing is making sounds or is loud, you might begin to worry. While some sounds are normal, others aren’t. We’ll walk you through five common noises and how to solve them. These noises include: Plumbing is whistling [Continue Reading ]
