Why is it so hot upstairs?

Why is it so hot upstairs? Have you noticed that a lot of people complain about their upstairs being too hot, or the downstairs being too cold? The temperature in most two-story homes can be as much as 10 degrees higher on the upper floor. Although a natural...

Indoor air quality and treatment

Air Quality

Indoor air quality and treatment Although not fully understood, migraines are a common problem affecting over 39 million Americans. Doctor’s may not know the exact cause of chronic migraines, but there are some common triggers. Weather and air quality are the two...

The iWave and flu/covid and more

HVAC

The iWave and flu/covid and more Winter is fast approaching, and with it comes the inevitable increase in illness. You always do what you can to protect your family from flu, pneumonia, and other common respiratory illnesses of the season. But with COVID-19 joining...

The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps

Heating, HVAC

The Ultimate Guide to Heat Pumps Most people don’t realize just how many options you have for heating and cooling your Southern home. Newer homes almost always come with central heating and cooling systems. Heat pumps are a thing of the past. Or are they? This unique...

How Long Do Air Conditioners Typically Last?

HVAC

How Long Do Air Conditioners Typically Last? When you’re looking at a new home the age of the appliances isn’t something at the forefront of your mind. But nothing lasts forever, and that includes your HVAC equipment. Most air conditioners only last 10 to 12 years...

Keeping your HVAC system clean

HVAC

Keeping your HVAC system clean Every appliance in your home needs occasional cleaning or maintenance. You clean your oven periodically, as well as the coils of your fridge, etc. Your air conditioner is no different than these, but most people don’t think of their HVAC...

HVAC and Public Health

Air Quality, HVAC

HVAC AND PUBLIC HEALTH In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, people are becoming much more aware of public health. With most of the country on stay-at-home orders, it is more important than ever to make sure that our immediate environments are safe. Your HVAC...

Keeping Cool When the Power is Out

HVAC, Air Quality

KEEPING COOL WHEN THE POWER IS OUT Blackouts and brownouts happen often in the summertime as air conditioners throughout the city tax the electrical grid. While most power grids are designed to handle such fluctuations in usage, they can still be overwhelmed with the...

Is It Time to Replace Your Ductwork?

HVAC, Air Quality, Heating

IS IT TIME TO REPLACE YOUR DUCTWORK? Have you noticed your air conditioner never reaches the temperature you set it to? While there are several things that could be causing your HVAC system to operate inefficiently, one of the first things you should check is your...

Mini-Split Systems

HVAC, Air Quality, Heating

What is a Mini-Split AC? Nearly every home in the world requires some form of climate control, whether it be for heating or cooling. Central air conditioning and large heating furnaces are used in many applications, but they require expensive units and infrastructure....