Reasons Your AC Stopped Working Over Winter

Air conditioner season is arriving soon and now is the time to make sure your home’s AC is ready! Older air conditioners, or those that haven’t had regular tune-ups, sometimes ‘mysteriously’ stop working over the winter. We’ll explore six reasons for the mystery, and a few ways to prep the…

What is Refrigerant and Why is it in Air Conditioners?

The key to the cool air flowing from your air conditioner is the refrigerant. It, like many HVAC products, has evolved over time. Here we’ll talk about what AC refrigerant is, how it works, the different types, and signs you might have a refrigerant leak. What is Refrigerant? Refrigerant is…

How Often Should You Replace Your Windows?

Everything in your home has a lifespan, but does that also include windows? It does! Here’s everything you need to know about the lifespan of residential windows, common signs it’s time for window replacement, and what to expect during the installation process. Average Window Lifespan On average, the lifespan of…

How to Change Thermostat Batteries

If your home’s spring cleaning list is almost complete, we bet you almost forgot one item — changing the batteries in your HVAC thermostat! Like all batteries, these should be changed once a year to avoid interruption to your home’s heating and cooling. Here we’ll discuss how to tell when…

Don’t Forget Your Drain During Spring Cleaning

If it’s time to pull the mop, broom, and vacuum from the closet for spring cleaning, remember your household drains! Drain cleaning is an easy way to keep your home’s plumbing in good condition. Here we’ll go over why you should spring clean your drains and easy-to-do ways to clean…

Are Air Purifiers Worth the Investment?

We all want the peace of mind that our indoor air is clean. Changing your HVAC air filter is essential to helping prevent outdoor pollutants from coming inside. However, it can’t always filter indoor pollutants. If you want cleaner, fresher indoor air, consider adding an air purifier to your home….

15 of The Best Pet Friendly Plants

You’ve added a pet or two to your home, but what about plants? Pets and plants go together perfectly when you choose any of these 15 best pet friendly plants! 1. African Violet The African violet lights up any space with its deep purple pedals. They can be a smidge…

The Furnace Pilot Light Keeps Going Out

Constantly relighting your furnace pilot light can be an annoyance. But, we’ll go over what it is, reasons it could be going out, and how to relight it so your home has ample heat from the furnace. What is a Pilot Light? It’s a small, blue flame that ignites the…

Do New Windows Increase Home Value?

New windows are something every homeowner thinks of at one time or another. But, between the cost and time involved, many put off installing new windows until it’s an absolute necessity. Here we’ll go over four signs it’s time to replace your windows, popular window styles, and answer the important…

Is It Safe to Drink Hard Water?

Nearly 85% of the U.S. population lives in a hard water region. Since water is crucial to living, many people wonder if it’s safe to drink this water. We’re here to say that yes, it’s safe. We’ll discuss how hard water forms, why it’s seen as a problem, the health…