Midsummer air conditioning breakdowns are common, especially in units that haven’t been properly maintained. Scheduling preventive maintenance for the air conditioner in your Southeast Michigan home will go a long way toward ensuring your air conditioner works...
Homeowners generally include tasks like cleaning gutters and trimming landscaping on their spring cleaning lists. Maintenance for an air cleaner is one task homeowners may overlook. If you’ve neglected to clean your electronic air cleaner in the past, take the time to...
If you recently had a service company come in to quote on repairing your air conditioner and the quote came in at 50 percent or more of the cost to replace it, you really should consider an A/C purchase instead. If your current A/C is more than 14 years old, in...
Although you have the choice to do so, it’s unwise to put off A/C maintenance until summer. Preseason maintenance holds more value for homeowners, as the service ensures that your cooling system will operate reliably over the entire summer season, and that it will...
When you get your mail and see your gas bill, do you understand exactly what you are paying for? Many households are so busy, there is little time to go through every charge on your utility bills. By understanding a few terms and references on your heating bill, you...
Pollutants like mold, pollen and dander trigger allergy symptoms, and can make life unpleasant even for those without allergies. There’s good news if you’re having trouble keeping indoor air quality levels in your home in the healthy range. Consider these HVAC...
In most homes, heating water ranks as one of the highest energy consumers. If your water heater wastes energy, you’re paying unnecessarily higher energy bills. It’s fairly easy to achieve water heating savings, especially if you follow these short- and long-term tips....
If air conditioner shopping is in the near future, you’re likely facing a steep learning curve. Air conditioner technology has come a long way, and since air conditioners last up to 20 years, homeowners don’t have to face the prospect of buying a new one very often....
Your HVAC unit’s air filter plays an important part in keeping the air you breathe clean and healthy. Taking care of it means getting the most from your heating and cooling system while keeping a slew of airborne contaminants at bay. Not only will you enjoy cleaner...
A smart thermostat offers homeowners the ultimate convenience when it comes to controlling home temperatures. These smart programmable thermostats feature programming capabilities to reduce waste while advancing comfort — with an added perk. Learn how they work,...
