Category: Blog Posts
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How It Works!
Have you ever wondered why your home sometimes has a hard time staying comfy? We’d like to help it make sense to you! In this first edition of this 6-part series, we will talk about heat load, vs heat loss, what it means, and how it impacts your comfort (AND your wallet!) When it comes…
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Is That Normal? (HVAC Edition)
If you’re like most homeowners in St. Louis, you’ve probably stood near your furnace or AC unit at least once thinking: “That doesn’t seem right…” Before assuming the worst — let’s break down what’s normal, and what’s not. Subject 1: Odors Is It Normal for My Furnace to Smell When I First Turn It…
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Breathe Easy This Allergy Season: The Importance of Clean HVAC Air Filters
Breathe Easy This Allergy Season: The Importance of Clean HVAC Air Filters The grass is green, the flowers are blooming: Spring is finally in the air! And so are allergens! If you find yourself sneezing more than usual, your home HVAC system may be part of the problem. Pollen, dust, and pet dander don’t just…
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Why Winter Maintenance is Essential for Your Heating and Cooling Systems
As the chill of winter starts creeping in, the importance of a well-functioning heating system becomes clear. Whether you’re preparing for months of freezing temperatures or just the occasional cold snap, maintaining your HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system before winter is essential. Regular maintenance doesn’t just keep you warm – it also…
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What is a variable speed compressor, and why should you want one?
What is a variable speed compressor, and why should you want one? Like any technology, the landscape of residential HVAC is constantly evolving. One evolutionary marvel is the variable speed compressor: It has not only helped to enhance comfort, but significantly contribute to energy efficiency (AKA $$ savings $$) Q: What IS a variable speed…
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The Importance of Being PROactive, NOT REactive
The Importance of Being PROactive, NOT REactive As the weather cools down, making sure that your furnace or boiler is safe, and ready for the season is crucial. Winter maintenance is an investment in not only the wellbeing of your home, and family, but also in your wallet. Here are 6 reasons why having proactive…
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Why does my air conditioner (fill in the blank) ?
Hot summer days here in St. Louis probably means that your air conditioner is getting a lot of use. As with any piece of machinery, things may not always function as intended. We took to Google to see what people were searching for the most in terms of their air conditioner, and answered the top…
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The Scoop on Programmable Thermostats
Everyone knows that turning your heating and cooling equipment off when you are not home is a great way to save money. However, sometimes turning it off is not always a viable option. With the extreme temperatures in the Midwest, turning your air conditioner off on a hot summer day could cause extreme discomfort upon…
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Don’t Fa La La Down this Christmas
Don’t Fa La La Down this Christmas; Follow these Ladder safety Tips! During Christmas it is common to see all sorts of decorations on the inside and outside of your home. Weather, it is hanging a wreath to hanging lights and everything in between. When a ladder is going to be used make sure to…
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Don’t ShELF Fire Safety This Winter
Don’t ShELF Fire Safety This Winter During the holidays usually fire safety is not the first thing on someone’s mind. With having to make sure the house is decorated by the time relatives come over, thinking about keeping candles or any open flames way from flammable objects usually gets overlooked. Not only open flames but…