It’s no secret that an HVAC system is an investment very similar to a car. They come with a pricetag on them. Most of them (excluding the cost of labor and markup charged by your contractor) run anywhere between $2,500 and $5,000. So, it goes without saying, to most consumers, it is an investment that ...

It’s a growing trend.. The smart home industry began to take off in the early 2000’s when developments in technologies began to make home automation a more affordable and viable option for consumers. The industry has seen a steady increase over the last 2 years, and it is forecasted that by 2022, there will be ...

Sun rooms and add-ons to homes can make for a nice place to relax and read or create more space for you to store things, do laundry, entertain/accommodate guests, etc. But, most of the time, houses with such built on spaces struggle to keep heated or cooled efficiently. Even closing them off with a door ...

  If you haven’t heard… Winter (weather) is coming. Here are some helpful tips for protecting yourself, your pets, and your HVAC equipment during the upcoming storm.   1) Make sure your heat pump does not have a leaky gutter above it, as drippings can freeze on top of and inside your pump, causing restricted airflow ...

Recently, a local microbiologist expressed concern over mold he discovered on school campuses in the Cherokee County School District. He published a post to facebook with pictures, which has made headlines and prompted quite the uproar among parents and teachers. The backlash has forced the school district to order professional air quality testing in all ...

As a kid, did you ever have your mom or dad get mad at you for leaving the door open or constantly running in and out? You may have heard this phrase: “What are you trying to do? Air condition the whole neighborhood? You’re letting all the air out!” Truth be told, many of us ...

Everyone knows the importance of getting surge protection to protect their flat screen HDTVs, Blu-Ray players, video game consoles, cable boxes, internet modems, and PCs. Everybody wants to protect their pricey electronics – especially TVs because we enjoy having them for everyday use. But, what about your HVAC systems? Air conditioning is something we all ...

Mold. We all know it poses a huge health risk if we are exposed to it ; especially if that exposure is prolonged. Most believe that if they don’t see it, there is no risk. However, this is not true. Mold, like many germs and bacteria, is everywhere in trace amounts. If there is moisture ...

It’s nearly that awkward time of year where you don’t know if you want to turn the heat on or tough out the morning chill. Well, what if you get home from the game on a chilly evening to discover that your heat has stopped working or wake to find more than just your floor ...

Have you ever had this happen to you? One day, you are doing laundry, dreading the thought of having to fold all those socks and undies once they’re dry. The time comes when you hear the dryer make the dreaded buzz, signaling it is time to pull those socks and boxers out and start folding ...