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Should Room Vents Be Left Open or Closed?

When areas of your home are too hot or too cold, regardless of how you set the thermostat temperature, it would seem to make sense to open or close air registers to control the temperature in each room. Or, you may decide that unoccupied rooms should have air registers closed and doors closed to save […]

Why You Should Upgrade Your Thermostat

Why You Should Upgrade Your Thermostat Smart Thermostats Improve Comfort and Save Energy Wireless technology has connected virtually every aspect of our lives. As our homes have become more and more connected with wi-fi devices managed from digital voice assistants and smart phone apps, the thermostat has also become more much smarter and capable. Traditional

Plumbing Systems to Check When Buying a Home

Buying a home is a big investment. By doing your research and ensuring that the plumbing system is functioning correctly, you can avoid making costly mistakes. 1. Water Heater Ask you realtor or the homeowner if they know the age of the water heater. A water heater will typically last 10-12 years. Inspect the outside

Electrical Outlet Upgrades For the Home

Electrical Outlet Upgrades For the Home A typical American home has around 80 electrical outlets. While the most common type of receptacle is a two-plug, 3-prong rated at 15 amp, 125 volts, there are dozens of outlet types available. Most electrical outlet upgrades are made for safety and convenience, here are some of the most

No Heat? Here’s what to Check Before Calling For Service

No Heat? Here’s what to Check Before Calling For Service Furnace Won’t Turn On? Boiler Not Heating? Before you call us for service there are few items you can check first. It could be a simple fix. Check That the Power Is On – Even though they are natural gas powered, your furnace requires electricity

Furnace Filters and Indoor Air Quality

Furnace Filters and Indoor Air Quality When it comes to choosing the right furnace air filter there are many options available. The efficiency of furnace filters is measured on the MERV scale, or Minimum Efficiency Reporting Values, which rates filter efficiency on a scale of 1-20. On the low end of the cost scale and

Preventing Drain Disasters During the Holidays

Preventing Drain Disasters During the Holidays Sewer and drain problems occur more frequently during the holiday months when kitchens are often at full capacity and guests are in the home. Kitchen sink drains and disposals, clogged toilets and backed up sewer lines are just a few of the common plumbing problems we see more of

Gas Heat Pump Or Furnace?

Heat Pump Versus Gas Furnace – What’s The Better Choice? With heat pumps gaining in popularity in some parts of the U.S., many homeowners are asking if a heat pump is a good option for their home heating and cooling needs. Here is an overview of how heat pumps work and how they differ from

Electrical Upgrades To Consider When Remodeling Your Home

Electrical Upgrades To Consider When Remodeling Your Home If you’re giving your home a complete makeover, or just simply planning to upgrade your decor or appliances within your living quarters, it’s a great time to consider upgrading your electrical system as well. Home repair and remodeling projects often require some sort of electrical upgrade. Do

Maintaining Humidity Levels For Healthier Indoor Air

During the cold fall and winter months the air inside our homes becomes much drier. When the heat is turned on humidity levels can drop even further, leading to a host of potential health problems. Health Problems From Low Humidity During the winter, dry skin, itchy eyes and respiratory irritation are just a few of

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