If you’ve noticed that you’re dealing with more respiratory problems, poor indoor air quality in your home may be to blame. Pollutants in your home can even lead to the development of asthma and allergies, so it is important to filter the air that...
The ideal time to upgrade ductwork in your Grosse Pointe home is when remodeling or renovating. New construction gives you a great opportunity to insist on efficient ductwork. Good ductwork design is no accident; it comes from careful planning and clear communication...
Changing the air filter is easy to do and easy to forget. Read on to see all the benefits you receive for changing the filter regularly, and you’ll want to mark it on the calendar, download a smartphone reminder app and tie a string around your finger. Change the...
Modern homes are well insulated for efficient heating and cooling but need ventilation from the outside to prevent stale indoor air, often described as “stuffiness”. Any of the following mechanical systems will improve your indoor air quality, bringing the...
Using a programmable thermostat to control the cooling and heating needs of your Southeast Michigan home is one of the best ways to wrestle control over your monthly energy usage and skyrocketing costs. But what do you do when the unit experiences a problem? Simply...
As important as it is to have a good furnace during the winter, it’s a summer must-have to keep your air conditioner in tip-top shape. While you’re off enjoying beautiful Lake Orion, you’ll want to know you’re coming home to a cool, comfortable...
Homeowners sometimes believe that the bigger an air conditioner, the better it will cool the home. That isn’t necessarily so. In fact, there are some definite negatives to installing an A/C system that is too large for your house. What’s more, you likewise...
Many A/C refrigerant problems in an HVAC system can be traced back to a lack of regular maintenance. By doing regular routine maintenance, you will increase the durability of your unit and ward off many of the A/C refrigerant problems that can occur. One of the most...
You want to stay cool this summer, but you also don’t want to spend a fortune on air conditioning. Use these A/C tips to accomplish both goals. Schedule preventative maintenance: Spring is the perfect time for preventative maintenance. Annual inspections help the...
Heat pumps can be very energy efficient and cost effective, but they are also rather complicated compared to a standard furnace. This can make Southeast Michigan homeowners very anxious when their heat pumps have problems. Thankfully, basic heat pump troubleshooting...
