Did you know that your house has an “envelope?” That envelope includes your walls, roof, floors and ceiling — areas that, if not properly sealed, lend themselves to drafts. When the rest of the house is toasty, but you feel cold air as you walk past...
Insulating your water heater is a quick and easy way to save money. Since it sits tucked away in the basement or closet, it is easy to forget, but an inefficient water heater can cost you. Insulating cuts the cost of running the unit by as much as 9 percent, according...
Giving your heat pump a little attention from time to time can really help you out in the long run. When you hire a professional to maintain your heat pump, you: Keep it running smoothly. A well-maintained pump can do its job without working extra hard to move...
No matter the season, humidity control is essential to comfort and savings. In the summer when the air is naturally more humid, whole-house dehumidifiers keep moisture levels under control. The opposite is needed in the winter when the air is dry and harsh, so many...
If you suffer from summer allergies, you know how irritating they can be. Sometimes allergies are so intense they interrupt the normal flow of your daily life thanks to symptoms such as stuffy or runny noses, headaches, itchy eyes, congestion and constant sneezing....
