During the winte, your pipes are in danger of freezing. There is plenty of things you can do to prevent this from happening, Tips and Tricks can only go so far! Call us today and we can make sure you wont have any unwanted HVAC issues this winter.
The Biggest Pitfalls to Avoid when Buying New HVAC Equipment
No matter how well-maintained they might be, furnaces, air conditioners and heat pumps do have limited lifespans. If your HVAC equipment has worn out you know first-hand this is true. Before you purchase new HVAC equipment, however, you should be aware of the pitfalls that can trip you up and leave you singing the blues. Make these mistakes and you’ll soon be out of money and out of luck, stuck with overpriced equipment that doesn’t work hasn’t been installed properly. Pitfall #1: Buying an HVAC system the same size and capacity as the old one If you’ve done any remodeling in your home, or closed off formerly occupied rooms, or made any other significant alterations to your home’s structural character, your heating and cooling needs may have changed. To get an estimate for proper equipment size, ask an HVAC company you trust to send a technician to your home to perform a heating and cooling […]
Controlling Dry Air in Your Home
Dry air can significantly affect your health and the structural integrity of your home. Install a humidifier and restore your home’s health and stability. Dry air might seem like a simple nuisance, but it can actually cause significant health problems, making you more susceptible to cold and flu viruses as well as asthma attacks. Have you been coming down with the flu more often than usual? Dry air in your home could be the culprit. Fortunately, there are simple ways to introduce moisture back into the air and regain your robust health. How Does Dry Air Affect Your Health? According to research, dry air has been linked to an increased susceptibility to cold and flu viruses, as well as an increase in asthma attacks. This is because a proper balance of moisture in the air is essential for the proper function of your body’s immune and respiratory systems. Without that proper balance, your body […]
Facts to Keep Your Home Warm and Toasty This Winter
We can all agree that stay warm in our house is pretty important, but have you ever wondered if your house is keeping all the hot air in? Call us and let us come to you home and see if there is any exit strategy the hot air has. We service North Salt Lake City and Salt Lake City area.
Breaking 5 Common Home Heating Myths
Just about everyone likes to save money, especially during the holiday months where everything from shopping to home heating can get really expensive. Ideas for lowering heating bills range from the practical to the outrageous. It may come as a surprise that most tips and theories concerning home heating are purely myth and can actually increase your heating bill rather than lower it. Below are five of the most common home heating myths that you should avoid. Use duct tape to seal leaky ducts Despite its name, duct tape is a not a good choice for sealing off ducts. Duct tape does a poor job of sealing off ducts because it doesn’t work well in dusty or dirty areas. Use Mastic tape for a better seal and for better insulation. Replacing windows will reduce energy loss This is actually a true statement, especially if you have an older home. The problem with replacing windows to […]
