Is hard water “bad?” Not inherently. But can it cause a lot of problems for you and your home? Absolutely. Hard water is water that has a high mineral content, such as calcium or magnesium. The minerals get into the water as it filters through soil and stone in the ground. These minerals are not…
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Home Emergencies: 4 Reasons Why You Need a 24/7 On-Call HVAC Professional
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…
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…
Does Solar Powered Air Conditioning Really Work?
We need our air conditioners most when the sun is highest in the sky. It only makes sense to harness the power of the sun in our air conditioning! At least, that was the logic the world used when we made our air conditioning units solar-compatible about ten years ago. Despite the logical sense of…
Air Conditioning Can Make You Sick: Here’s How to Avoid It
Have you ever felt “air conditioning sickness?” You know, that cold, stuffy, weak feeling caused by staying indoors under the influence of an air conditioner for too long? All you want to do is get back outside into the warm summer sun for the sake of your health and your sanity. This feeling is not…
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,…
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…
6 Reasons Why Furnace Maintenance is Important
Before the termination dust starts creeping down the Chugach range and we start pulling out our coats and scarves is the best time to have your furnace maintenance done. Here are six reasons why it is important to have it done before you need the heat! Ensure Efficiency– Some of your furnace parts can wear…
