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15 Energy-Saving Tips to Boost Efficiency at Home

Homeowners are often looking for ways to save money and the environment, and one way to do this is by cutting down unnecessary energy use. By updating or changing the way you use your home appliances, you can increase your home’s efficiency, protect the environment, and save on your annual utility bills without compromising comfort.…

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Heat Pump vs. Air Conditioner: What’s Best for Your Home?

If you’re looking to keep your home cool and comfortable during the summer, you have two main options: a central air conditioner or a heat pump system. But how are these two systems different? Which one is the right choice for your home? This guide will help you understand the advantages and disadvantages of both…

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How to Remove Allergens From Your Home

If you or someone in your household is experiencing a runny or stuffy nose, a scratchy throat, or itchy, watery eyes and you’re not sure why, it could be because of environmental allergens in your home. If you can determine what your allergy triggers are, you will know where to focus your efforts to eliminate…

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How Ductless AC Works: Benefits and Options

If your home doesn’t have the ductwork for central air conditioning, don’t despair! Ductless air conditioning is an effective alternative that can keep you cool and comfortable on the hottest summer days. Keep reading to learn more about how a ductless AC works and the benefits it can provide for your home. What is Ductless…

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Do I Need an Air Purifier?

If you spend a lot of time inside, the quality of the indoor air can matter a lot to your health and comfort. Pets, dust, smoke, cooking and cleaning all release particles into the air that can irritate your lungs and contribute to asthma symptoms. While opening windows can help by bringing fresh air directly…

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What Should You Do When Your Gas Appliance is Red-Tagged?

If one of your gas appliances, like a furnace or water heater, was recently given a red tag by a gas technician, you likely have many urgent questions about what this means and how to take care of it. We’ve put together some common red tag questions to provide you with the answers you need…

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DIY HVAC Inspection Tips for Home Buyers

If you’re about to buy a home, you’ll want to make sure the furnace, air conditioner and other HVAC equipment look good before taking possession. Heating and cooling systems can be expensive, so it’s in your best interest to know in advance whether everything is in peak condition — or if something has to be…

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10 Easy Ways to Troubleshoot Common Central AC Problems

There are few things more frustrating than your air conditioning unit not working at the peak of summer heat. Without a functioning AC unit, your home becomes uncomfortable and your energy bills can spike. If your unit isn’t keeping you cool, try these 10 troubleshooting tips to get it back up and running before calling…

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Do My Air Ducts Need Cleaning?

Do My Air Ducts Need Cleaning? Your home should be a comfortable place with clean indoor air free of dust and other irritants. If you have a central heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system, a lot of that air will be circulated through your home’s air ducts — and you might wonder if those…

How UV Lights Make Your HVAC System Better

Enhance Your HVAC System With a UV Light Air Purifier Although your HVAC system’s primary purpose is to keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer, it can also play a key role in maintaining your home’s indoor air quality. Along with physical filters, UV lights can work with your HVAC system…