Boilers are potentially volatile pieces of HVAC equipment that can cause serious problems if they malfunction. If you’ve noticed loud or unusual banging and rattling noises coming from your residential boiler, it’s important to take action.
Where Should I Install Carbon Monoxide Detectors in My Dayton Home?
When it comes to protecting your family from carbon monoxide poisoning, there’s nothing more effective than installing carbon monoxide detectors in your home. The trick is knowing where to install these devices. Follow these tips for the best results.
5 Simple Ways to Cut Your Home Heating Bills This Winter
As energy prices continue to fluctuate and the temperature drops outside, it may seem difficult to stay comfortable without paying outrageous energy bills. However, with these five simple tips, you can cut your home heating bills this winter without sacrificing comfort.
Telling Signs Your Home Needs a Duct Replacement
If your home ducts were designed for low cost instead of longevity, they could begin deteriorating in as little as 10 years. Watch for these telling signs that indicate you need duct replacement sooner rather than later.
Which Furnace Is Best for Your Dayton home — Gas or Oil?
In our region, homeowners have a choice between gas- or oil-burning furnaces. Which one is better? In any discussion of gas vs. oil furnaces, the price and availability of fuel are paramount. Currently, the price of natural gas is low. Oil is generally the most expensive type of home-heating fuel, followed by propane, then electricity […]
Heat Pumps Have Innovative Features That Can Benefit Your Dayton Home
Heat pumps offer a number of advantages over traditional furnaces, especially during the depths of a cold Dayton winter. So, if you’re upgrading your home’s heat pump, you should take some time to research these advanced heat pump features, which can boost your system’s efficiency. Two-speed compressors help smooth out temperature variations in your home. Generally, as […]
Hearing Weird Noises Coming From the Ducts? Banging and Popping Explained
When the heating system in your Dayton home is running, you may occasionally hear banging, popping or whistling noises coming from the ductwork. In most cases, there’s no cause for alarm, although some duct noises may indicate system problems. This guide will help you determine the cause of these sounds and whether you should call in a […]
Ice Dams: How They Form and What Dayton Homeowners Can Do to Prevent Them
Ice dams can cause a whole host of problems. Not only can it damage your roof and gutters, but it can also result in water leaks that ruin insulation, creating ideal conditions for mold growth. By learning how this problem occurs, you can take steps to keep it from happening to your home this winter. Anatomy of […]
You May Have an Energy Efficient House, But Are You Conserving Energy?
Energy efficiency and energy conservation might seem like the same thing, but they’re actually two very different concepts with the same end goal — saving more energy. An energy efficient home will save you more money, but you can reduce your bills even more by conserving as much energy as you can. Read on to learn about the […]
The Indoor Air Quality of Your Ohio Home Can Be Compromised in the Winter
Cold temperatures during the winter season impose specific challenges for Dayton area homes that are winterized or tightly sealed. Read on to learn how winter IAQ may impact your home lifestyle, as well as practical measures you can take to improve indoor air quality. IAQ in Winter One of the biggest challenges homeowners face is the fact that IAQ in […]