Posted on: 27 December 2017
Winter is here and for many households, that means an increase in utility bills as you work to keep your home comfortable and warm. Most people are aware that you can reduce your heating bills by lowering your thermostat when you are not at home or using a blanket to stay a bit warmer in your home. But there are a few other ways to decrease your heating bills that you may be unaware of.
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Posted on: 11 November 2017
As the seasons change from fall to winter, it's not uncommon for the temperatures to fluctuate quite a bit. Before the cold temperatures settle in for good, you'll still have some time to get your home, and your heater prepared. Here are four steps you should follow to get things ready for the cold weather.
Adjust Your Ceiling Fans
If you have ceiling fans, you can use them throughout the year to make your home more energy efficient.
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Posted on: 28 February 2017
Cleaning your air conditioner's condenser unit is one of the most essential, yet simple DIY HVAC maintenance jobs. It is a task that can be done even if you don't have any HVAC experience. There are a few vital components of a condenser unit that are easy to clean. Here is the best way to clean your condenser coils and fan system.
Cleaning the Coils
The key to cleaning your condenser coils is using a hose.
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Posted on: 18 January 2017
If you have a slow or lagging heater that does not seem to be producing strong airflow, there could be a problem with the filter. Even if you regularly replace your filter, there are a number of things that could go wrong with it. It is perfectly okay to replace your own furnace filter, but if you are doing it wrong or skipping a step, you could end up making the problem worse.
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