The end of daylight saving time falls on November 4th this year, so you should be making sure that your thermostat is all set for this change. Keep the following information in mind, and you’ll be ready to handle any thermostat adjustments you need to make for the return of standard time.
Reasons to Avoid Shutting Registers for Temperature Control
Shutting registers for temperature control seems logical enough. After all, you’re just closing off a room that you don’t want to send air conditioning or heating to, right? Seems like a good way to save money on your utility bill.
Fall Best Practices for Thermostats
Homeowners understand the importance of having a fully functional thermostat for the proper heating and cooling of their home. In fact, the fall season is the perfect time to tackle a few thermostat best practices to ensure that your household members and guests are comfortable.
How to Fix Uneven Cooling in Two-Story Homes
Having air conditioning helps you stay cool in summer, but what happens if this only works for part of your home? Uneven cooling in multi-level homes often means that upper stories don’t cool off as much as lower ones. Find out more about why this happens and what you can do about it to keep […]
Steps to Prepping Your HVAC for Summer
Summer will be here before you know it, so as a wise homeowner, you should make sure your HVAC system is ready to meet the challenges. Yes, you can likely run your system for a while without maintenance, but sooner or later, that will catch up with you and you’ll experience malfunctions and even breakdowns. […]
Are Your Energy Bills Affected by Pet Doors?
Pet doors are a great convenience, allowing your pets to come and go to do its business outdoors whenever it needs to without you getting up and letting it out. But when you install a pet door, there’s a big hole in your wall, and depending on how the door is constructed, it can allow […]
HVAC Add-Ons that Improve Your System
You rely on your HVAC system to heat and cool your home, but your system can provide more than just basic heating and cooling. With the right HVAC add-on, you can streamline your energy consumption, have greater control over temperature and humidity, or boost your indoor air quality. Here are some beneficial HVAC system upgrades […]
How to Improve Furnace Efficiency in Your Home
If you hope to save money on heating your home this winter, you don’t have to rely on the old standby – turning down the thermostat. That will just make you cold and uncomfortable. Luckily, other strategies are available that will improve furnace efficiency, saving energy and money while keeping you and your family comfortable.
Choosing the Right Heating System
If you suspect your home’s central heating system is nearing the end of its useful service life, you should consider upgrading to a quality, high-efficiency heating system. We will discuss heating system options and factors that should be considered before committing to a purchase, but first let’s look at how you can tell a heating […]
Your Home's HVAC Placement Matters
Location matters when it comes to HVAC placement. Certainly, most of the heating and cooling system including the furnace and air handler will be situated indoors, in a part of the house with direct access to venting and ductwork. However, the condenser/compressor unit for the central air conditioner is another matter.