How Does a Ductless AC System Work?
If you’ve recently converted a porch to a sunroom or added a new addition to your home, you may have questions about how you want to cool these spaces. You could pay to have your home’s existing ductwork extended, but that can be expensive, and you may need a new AC with a higher cooling […]
How Water Filtration Systems Work
You’ve done your best to make sure there is no lead in the water that comes into your home. You’ve had it tested. You’ve made sure there is no lead in the solder and pipe fittings in your home. There are no brass valves or fixtures that could contain lead. But if you want an […]
Types of Electric Vehicles
If you watched the car commercials during the Super Bowl, you may have noticed that almost every ad featured some type of electric vehicle. And that’s not surprising. While still representing only a tiny fraction of U.S. car sales, they are growing in popularity. EV sales in 2021 surpassed 1 million units, driven by a […]
Maintaining a Standby Generator
If you have a standby generator, you’ve made a smart move. It will prevent you from expensive and inconvenient damage should your house lose power. And, if properly maintained, it can last decades. If not properly maintained, it can break down, and could even negate your warranty. So here is a checklist of things you […]
Benefits of Becoming an HVAC Technician
If you are thinking about a new career, or know someone who is, you should consider becoming an HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) technician. There are numerous benefits. Here we list some. Benefits of Becoming an HVAC Tech Great pay. In Illinois, the average salary for an HVAC tech is around $55,000 before overtime. But […]
Nine Signs You Need a New AC Unit
Summer is coming. The weather will get hot. When it does, you’ll want your air conditioning unit to function properly. What you don’t want is for it to break down on one of those sweltering days. So be prepared and check this list to see if it is time for a new unit in your […]
Buying a Standby Generator
Last month, we discussed the differences between portable generators and standby generators. In summary, portable generators can power specific items in your home, like the refrigerator or furnace. You need to manually turn it on and off. In comparison, many standby generators can power select appliances and lights up to and including the whole house, […]
Light Bulb Terminology | Light Bulb Specifications Explained
Selecting light bulbs for your home used to be a relatively easy decision. You would go to the store, find the bulb with the appropriate wattage, and buy it. Things are much different today. There are now several different types of bulbs to choose from, which we discussed in a previous blog. In our most recent […]
Can Home Maintenance Service Plans Save You Money?
Homeowners and consumers are always looking for new ways to save money, and the good news is that many product manufacturers and service providers are happy to oblige. In recent years, more and more service-based companies – including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing companies – have turned to home maintenance service plans and memberships designed to […]
The Why’s and What’s of AC Tune Ups
It’s that time of year again. The grass is growing. The flowers are blooming. The snowblower’s put away. The patio furniture is uncovered. And yes, it’s time to get your air conditioner ready for summer. Here is why you need to take care of it, and what we do. Why Do I Need an AC […]