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Do Blackout Curtains Help Keep a Home Cool?
Blackout curtains can be very effective at blocking heat from coming into your home during the summer months. They work by preventing solar heat from reaching the inside of the room, which will cause it to heat up. When you’re selecting your blackout curtains, it’s important to pick a light-colored fabric because they reflect heat
To Duct Or Not To Duct?
Greetings and welcome back friends. Today I want to spend a little time in the world of ductless HVAC systems, review the advantages and disadvantages, and see if a ductless system might be the right choice for your home or project. The query concerning ductless systems often arises when a client wants to condition
This Dusty House
A complaint I hear on a regular basis is, “Why is my house so dusty?” The next couple of pieces of conversation that occur are pretty standard. I usually hear people say the air filters get changed every couple of months, we don’t open the windows much and we only have one dog, etc. You
Maintenance Isn’t Optional
Maintenance is NOT optional When it comes to things we own and buy, our house is likely on the top of the list when it comes to being our most costly purchase. So, why do many homeowners ignore even the basics of home maintenance? After about twenty years in this crazy business, I still see
A Very Important Day
Let’s talk HVAC systems for a minute. It is the time of year when many of our clients are faced with the dilemma of needing a new heating and cooling system. Bosch, Armstrong, Rheem, Lennox, American Standard, Carrier, Trane, Ruud, Tempstar and the list of brands goes on and on. All HVAC equipment is judged,
The Best Way to Heat & Cool Old Houses
Living in beautiful historic houses can bring some challenges to everyday life. The main problem is the structure of old houses. Most of them were built long before modern heating and cooling systems became a common practice. That is why you often feel either too cool or too warm in an old building. However, fixing
The Best Time of Year to Replace Your Current HVAC System
When should I get a new HVAC system is a common question a lot of our customers ask our technicians and system advisors daily. Often, it is easy to know when you should replace your HVAC system. For example, if it is early June and your AC will not turn on could be an indication.
Do you have hidden mold problems in your home?
Mold problems – what are they, and how do they happen? When it comes to plumbing, there is one thing that is clear; not all plumbers are the same. Plumbing work can be costly, so it can make sense to hire a plumber on the relatively cheaper side. After all, how hard can it be
Ideal Temperatures for Your Home
Finding the perfect temperature for all family members at home is a constant struggle, as women can be more sensitive to the cold than men. The perfectly chosen temperature also depends on other different factors, including the design of your room, season, and your preferences. Usually, the average room temperature is around 70 – 78
Helpful Cooling Tips
During the summer months, temperatures tend to keep getting higher, to the point of being completely unbearable. As such, people look for solutions to buffer their homes from the heat. Depending on where you live, high temperatures may be problematic to varying degrees. Fortunately, there are simple, effective, and energy-efficient ways that can help you
