Author: hemant

AC Myths You Should Stop Believing

Don’t let myths mislead you—learn the truth about indoor air quality and how to improve it.

Has your mom or grandma ever told you not to venture outside with wet hair or you’ll catch a cold? How about the one about not going swimming for at least an hour after you eat? And let’s not forget the ever-popular “shaving your hair makes it grow back thicker”. What do all of these… Continue reading AC Myths You Should Stop Believing

Is An Old Water Heater Dangerous?

Proper insulation, like water heater tape, helps improve safety and efficiency in aging systems.

No matter how well built and meticulously maintained, no appliance lasts forever. Your water heater is no exception. But because it’s typically out of sight and out of mind, it’s easy to forget about until a problem arises. However, as a water heater approaches the 10 year mark, it becomes susceptible to problems above and… Continue reading Is An Old Water Heater Dangerous?

8 Ways to Reduce Allergens in Your Home

Indoor allergens can trigger discomfort—learn how to reduce them for a healthier home.

Allergy season seems to get worse every year. The hotter the temps the more potent the pollen from trees, grasses, flowers, and weeds, and the more miserable seasonal allergy sufferers feel. And while you can’t do much to control the weather, you can manage your indoor environment. The first line of defense for allergies is… Continue reading 8 Ways to Reduce Allergens in Your Home

The Benefits of Pre-Season HVAC Maintenance

Scheduling HVAC maintenance before the season starts helps prevent breakdowns and ensures peak efficiency.

Spring is a great time to declutter your home, give it a thorough cleaning, and prepare to enjoy the much-anticipated warmer weather ahead. While cleaning your closets, decluttering the garage, and dusting off your patio furniture are important, one of the best ways you can prepare for summer is by maintaining the health of your… Continue reading The Benefits of Pre-Season HVAC Maintenance

6 Water Heater Noises and What They Mean

Unusual sounds from your water heater can be more than annoying—they may signal serious issues.

You expect to hear an array of sounds in your home throughout the day. The welcome drip-drip of your coffee pot, someone opening and closing the refrigerator door, the opening song of your child’s favorite cartoon. What you don’t expect to hear are clanking, banging, and rattling noises coming from you water heater. What gives? Here… Continue reading 6 Water Heater Noises and What They Mean

6 Benefits of a Gas Fireplace

Gas fireplaces create a warm, quiet, and comfortable space for the whole family—even the littlest ones.

A beautiful focal point in any room, a gas fireplace place adds warmth, ambience, and style to your home. And if you love the aroma of wood burning in the hearth, there’s no replacing a wood-burning fireplace. But that rich aroma comes at a price…there’s wood to buy and store, ashes to remove, a chimney… Continue reading 6 Benefits of a Gas Fireplace

How to Rid Your Home of Dust

Regular dusting is key to maintaining a healthier, cleaner home environment.

You’ve got your kitchen and bathroom cleaning routine down, a system for managing clutter, and you never leave dishes sitting in the sink overnight. Heck, you may even wash, fold, and put away laundry all in one day! Yet no matter how hard you try, you can’t seem to keep that layer of dust from… Continue reading How to Rid Your Home of Dust

Household Money-Saving Tips

Start saving smarter—household money-saving tips that make a difference.

Show of hands: How many of you had “save money” on your New Year’s resolutions list? While we can’t see who raised their hand, we’re willing to bet at least some of you reading this did. In fact, according to a Forbes survey conducted between November 18 – November 28, 2022, 30% of respondents listed… Continue reading Household Money-Saving Tips

5 HVAC Odors You Should Never Ignore

Unusual smells from your HVAC system shouldn't be ignored—identify the source before it gets worse.

The smell of freshly cut grass, apple pie baking in the oven, a pot of freshly-brewed coffee…these are just some of what many consider to be pleasing scents. Then there are those smells that assault your nose and make your eyes water, like spoiled milk and last week’s leftovers. If you’re lucky, you can find… Continue reading 5 HVAC Odors You Should Never Ignore

How Much Does It Cost to Run a Space Heater?

Using a space heater improperly can increase the risk of fire or injury—know the common mistakes to avoid.

A space heater can save the day when a supplemental source of heat is needed. Perhaps you have that one room you rarely use that’s always a bit colder than the rest of the house. Or maybe it’s a sunroom that needs a little boost a couple months out of the year. Whatever, the reason,… Continue reading How Much Does It Cost to Run a Space Heater?