Unless you are one of those people who has a strong sense of emergency-preparedness, you probably don’t think about the worst case scenario until it is staring you right in the face. This is a pretty common approach to homeownership and a big reason why we offer on-call emergency HVAC services, 24/7. Especially in the…
Heating
Are HVAC Tune-Ups Worth It?
“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Most people know that this is simply not a healthy approach to homeownership. When not properly maintained, pipes freeze and burst, chimneys get dirty and catch fire, fences rot and fall over… The list is endless. But what about furnaces and air conditioners? There is a lot of…
Cut Heating Costs for Your Business! 12 Tips to Save Money
The energy bill is one of the top expenditures for small businesses in the U.S. According to ENERGY STAR, we spend more than $60 billion on energy per year! During the winter months, heating is one of the biggest factors in this figure. How can you cut costs and save money on heating your business?…
Keep Your Employees Happy: 6 Tips for Heating Your Warehouse
Warehouse heating can be a touchy topic, if only for the incredible expense and headache of keeping such a large building warm throughout the year. Nonetheless, there are many benefits to heating your warehouse. Not only does a warm warehouse breed happier personnel–which has far-reaching implications for employee longevity and productivity–but it also has the potential…
6 Reasons to Make the Switch to a Tankless Water Heater
Tankless water heaters are “in,” with many claiming that they are the most efficient water heaters on the market. But that efficiency does not come cheap–They are two times the cost of traditional water heaters, speaking generally. Installation is also expensive. Tankless water heaters require special circuitry or piping and venting depending on the model.…
Programmable Thermostat vs. Manual Thermostat
Thinking about changing your thermostat from a manual to a programmable model? Wise choice! From time and money savings to environmental impact, the programmable thermostat is the best option for the modern homeowner. Spend Less Time Adjusting Temperature Programmable thermostats can be scheduled in advance to run specific temperatures during different seasons, holidays, and times of…
How to Improve Your Heating Bill: Part 2
The weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so expensive. In our last post, we discussed simple ways to save money on heating bills by making adjustments to your windows, doors, and heating system. Today, we will talk about how to combat inefficiencies with your water heater, attic, fireplace, and more! The Water Heater…
How to Improve Your Heating Bill: Part 1
Temperatures have dropped to below freezing. As you enter the winter season, you’re probably wondering how to save money on heating bills. Fortunately for you, there are many things to try for both the thrifty and the spender. So many, in fact, that we’ve put together a two-part series on the topic! So sit back,…
What to Do When Your Furnace Goes Out
Waking up to a chilly house is not pleasant. Making a plan to tackle your furnace outage in the wee hours of the morning before work can be more stressful than the discomfort of a cold bedroom. Fortunately, many outages have easy fixes that do not involve furnace repair. Something as simple as changing a…
Difference Between a Boiler and a Furnace
The price of energy rises with each passing year. It’s important to know where your money is going when it comes to heating your home. Whether you are making a decision on a heating system for a new home, considering a switch, or just curious, we’re answering the questions “what does a boiler do?” and…
5 Furnace Warning Signs
The termination dust is creeping down the mountains and winter is right around the corner. Do you know if your furnace is going to make it through the cold Alaskan winter months? Here are some warning signs you need to watch out for and get taken care of to stay snug and warm until spring.…
6 Reasons Why Boiler Maintenance is Critical
You survived the summer and the kids are back in school! It’s the time of year we start to rake leaves and get our homes ready for winter. Here are six reasons why it is important to include boiler maintenance in your list of winter prep to do’s. Ensure Efficiency– Some of your boiler’s parts…
