Tag Archive For "HVAC"
How to Deal with Humidity During the Winter
One of the biggest obstacles to staying comfortable during the winter months is dealing with dryness in the air. Cold air isn’t necessarily dry, and when you use a HVAC system, which functions by moving air from inside to outside, maintaining the proper level of humidity in your home’s air can become a big problem. …
How to Reduce Your Energy Bill in the Winter
Just about everyone in Pennsylvania dreads winter time. Whether you’ve got gas, electric, oil or some other form of heating, the constant effort to keep warm and comfortable costs money. Fortunately, there are things you can do to keep those bills down. Here are some solid tips to reduce your energy bill and keep your …
Since Life Happens 24 Hours a Day, So Should Your Business
Whether you are a large company or a small one man show, it’s critical to be available in some way to your customers. It’s not only a good business practice but it’s become an undeniable expectation of consumers. The challenge is that not everyone’s schedule matches yours. Let’s face it, people’s lives are hectic. They …
4 Repairs or Upgrades Buyers Want to See in a Home
If you’re thinking about putting your house on the market, one of your biggest concerns is probably getting a good return on your investment (ROI). One way to increase the chance of ROI is to make certain repairs and upgrades to your home, which could attract more potential buyers to view your property. ServiceWhale can …
Programmable Thermostats: Yes or No?
Many HVAC experts highly recommend installing a recent-model programmable thermostat along with a new system. While not absolutely necessary, they add deeper levels of functionality to your HVAC system. These added functions come with tangible benefits in terms of energy savings and extended service life. “Smart” systems like the Nest also make your HVAC system …
What Goes Into Installing a New Central HVAC System?
Installation is one of the most important aspects of having a trouble-free HVAC system. Proper HVAC system installation can prevent problems leading to equipment malfunction or shortened life spans. For example, improper wiring can cause the system to frequently overload the circuit and trip the breaker. Ensuring that you get the right size system and …
Finding the Right Sized Air Conditioner
Contrary to popular belief in America, bigger is not always better. This could not be truer when it comes to choosing an AC unit. While it might seem like a good idea to go out and buy the biggest unit you can afford, many times you are actually causing yourself more headaches than you are …
Common Heating System Problems and Their Solutions
Heating systems tend to be quite reliable when well-maintained, but sometimes they have issues that can be mysterious to diagnose. Since most homeowners are not brave or knowledgeable enough to tinker around on their own heating systems, they must throw up their arms and wait until an expert can come by and fix the problem. …
Your Home’s Unsung Hero
Homes are frequently the biggest investment a person will make. They spend hundreds of thousands of dollars in order to have a place to call their own. Once they do, they can make as many changes as they want to be both proud of their property and experience joy every time they walk through the …
Optimizing Home HVAC Performance
Keeping your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer takes a substantial amount of energy. Of course, this energy costs money in the form of electric and gas bills. In order to keep these reoccurring costs low, it is important to make sure that your HVAC system is running at its most …