It's that chilly time of the year when your furnace should be high on your list of priorities. It needs to be functioning and working properly! Too bad the appliances we so rely on in our home can't speak and tell us what's going on. Fortunately, there are many signs and indicators that there is … [Read more...]
5 Tips as to Why Your Thermostat May Not Be Working
Being comfortable in your home is a priority isn't it? If you are burning up or freezing, you generally can't relax as you should. Many times people may think they have an issue with their furnace, when in reality, their thermostat is the problem. Below are some suggestions that may help you to … [Read more...]
How to Protect Your AC from Copper Thieves!
Why all the interest in copper wire from air conditioning units? Thieves have certainly found it interesting since it has gone up from $1 a pound to up to $4 a pound with $3 being the average amount one can receive from recycling copper! Thieves are having a time stealing from individuals and … [Read more...]
Wanna Reduce Your Energy Bill By 30%? Check Your Ductwork
It may be hard to believe, but you could be wasting a lot of energy when you crank on your AC. Like a LOT of energy. And it's not because your air conditioner isn't the most efficient ENERGYSTAR air conditioner around; it's because your ductwork is leaking out all that cold air into your attic, … [Read more...]
Reno’s Ronald McDonald House Receives the Gift of Heat and Air!
It is not often that you hear about someone receiving the gift of heat and air during the holidays. Many of us take it for granted but there are some places in desperate need. In Reno, Nevada, three companies united to help assist the local Ronald McDonald House. This well-known facility serves as … [Read more...]
Will Air Conditioning Enter the Space Age?
It might sound like something from a sci-fi movie, but the vast cold of space might one day help keep the buildings of planet Earth cool. Stanford engineers have found a way to transmit heat away from buildings directly into space using a thin material that can be placed on the top of a … [Read more...]
8 Easy Tips to Help Lower Your Heating Bill
Winter is quickly approaching and our furnace systems will begin to get their workout. In Houston, we don't have to deal with severe freezing temperatures like many other places, but there will be some cold days in the months to come where the furnace kicks on often. Heating a home can be … [Read more...]
Portable Heater Safety Tips!
It is that time of year where we all begin to think about staying comfortably warm from the cool morning and evening air. Although Houston doesn’t get near as cold as many states, it still can get pretty chilly! Many people may choose to use a portable heater from time to time to help warm their … [Read more...]
Michelangelo’s Famous Frescoes Get Updated HVAC System
Air conditioning has become such an integral part of modern life that we often forget how important it can be. A recent story from the Vatican though reminds us about the power of air conditioning. There, Vatican officials have recently revealed new lighting and air conditioning system upgrades in … [Read more...]
Is Your Attic Well Insulated? How to Tell and What To Do
You may wonder what attic insulation has to do with your home. After all, you live in Houston and Houston doesn't get that cold. But insulation not only helps keep homes warm during cold weather; it also helps homes retain cool air during hot weather. An attic that is loosing conditioned air means … [Read more...]