4 Common AC Myths and Misconceptions That Are Costing You Time and Energy
There’s a lot of misinformation floating around out there about air conditioning. We hear stuff all the time that doesn’t sound quite right or make sense, and sometimes we hear the same thing over and over. You’d think that in the age of the internet, most people would be able to look up something they […]
Why Sacramento’s Wild Weather Isn’t Damaging Solar Panels?
Most folks think about AC in terms of money: Am I getting what I paid for? That’s the driving question behind every tune-up, every repair, and every replacement. Is a new system worth the high cost of installation? Is a repair now better in the long run? Why am I spending so much on utilities […]
Diagnosing AC Issues: 6 Signs AC Might Be A Goner In Summer
Every summer we see a worst-case air conditioner meltdown scenario: a system that dies beyond repair in the middle of the hottest time here in the Valley. To quote one of our clients, “It really sucks,” and we couldn’t agree more. Compounding the unfortunate nature of these situations is the fact that, in many cases, […]
Get Your Money Back Next Tax Season: HVAC and Other 2016 Tax Credits Are Available
Tax season has come and gone, and most of us could have used a few more breaks. Most folks are familiar with deductibles that arise from dependents and other expenses. A lot of people are also aware that you can get tax breaks from business expenses. But a lot of people don’t realize there’s a […]
Energy Price Impact: Mandatory Time-of-Use Rates in California?
You’ve probably heard about California’s new energy laws that passed last year and are starting to go into effect now. But what do they mean for you, the residential consumer? Between IOUs, TOU rates, and tiers of energy users, it can sound like pretty complicated stuff. But relax—as a residential energy user, it’s not going […]
Troubleshoot Low Water Pressure in Your Home This Spring
Maybe it’s the rain, seeing rivers and reservoirs higher than usual, or just the fact that summer is on its way, but spring always gets us thinking about water. Most folks in our area are concerned about water in their state and conserving water at home, and we’re all trying to cut back usage in […]
Dixon Home Dust Woes: 3 Ways to Combat Dust – Bell Bros
With St. Patrick’s Day behind us and Easter around the corner, we’re in the middle of spring here in the Valley. It finally started raining again after that long dry spell, and the fruit trees are even blooming. Spring may be the right time for some bunnies, but you shouldn’t have massive dust bunnies in […]
Tripping Breaker? HVAC Equipment May Be the Culprit
We’ve had our share of frustrations with breakers. They’re great safety devices and there’s certainly good reason to have them, but man is it irritating when one keeps tripping and you don’t know what to do! If you’re having repeat issues with your breaker, obviously the smart thing to do is call an electrician. But […]
Choosing the Best Zoning HVAC System in Sacramento to Control Temperature in Different Rooms
Recently a client asked us if we could get thermostats in different rooms to control different temperatures for each space. That got us thinking about home zoning and the way each room is handled by your home’s HVAC system. Lots of people have questions about why different rooms are different temperatures in their home. Sometimes […]
Replacing & Installing Double-Pane Windows In Sacramento
Last week, we talked about how to decide if you need to replace the windows in your house and how many you should replace at once. Today, we’re moving onto the next step in the window replacement process: installation. Once you’re familiar with the benefits of replacing your windows and are ready to make the switch to energy […]