Summer Heat AC Survival Guide: Airflow, Insulation & Shade Tips

Hot summer weather can push your air conditioner to its limits. As temperatures in   rise, many homeowners notice higher energy bills, uneven temperatures throughout the home and cooling systems that appear to run all day without keeping up.  It's easy to assume the AC is the one thing that determines how comfortable your home feels. The fact is, your home's airflow, insulation and shade all play an important role in [Continue Reading ]

What Can Change the Cost of an HVAC System Installation?  If you've started researching HVAC replacement cost online, you've probably noticed something almost immediately: estimates for heating and cooling installation can vary widely. Why do prices vary so much? What is the typical cost of installing a new HVAC system for your home?  The answer is that HVAC replacement isn't one-size-fits-all. No two homes have [Continue Reading ]

Homeowners often think power surges only happen during lightning storms. While lightning is one cause, it's far from the only one.  Major appliances turning on and off, electrical grid switching, power outages and restoration can all create electrical surges inside your home.  These surges don't just threaten televisions and computers. They may also cause HVAC electrical damage because current heating and cooling [Continue Reading ]

Warm weather arrives. Your AC starts running, but your home still feels sticky. Family members keep turning down the thermostat. Now, some rooms still feel sticky while others feel too cold. Meanwhile, energy bills continue rising. This is a frequent issue during humid summers in , . Many [Continue Reading ]