Furnaces are the most commonly used residential heating system in the United States. Running most often on gas, but sometimes on oil, propane, or electricity, furnaces deliver their heat through a duct system. Since we don’t use our heaters too often in Florida, it’s easy to neglect the routine maintenance of these systems and take…Read More »
As 2019 comes to a close, you’ll probably be hearing more reports in the news about the 2020 Freon ban; a ban on R-22 that goes into effect on January 1, 2020. You may be concerned about whether or not this ban will affect you as a homeowner and if so, how. Let’s take a…Read More »
With the holidays approaching, you’re probably busy getting your home ready to entertain friends and family. In addition to cooking, cleaning, and shopping, there’s one more important task to add to your holiday to-do list: Dryer Vent Cleaning. While there are a lot of great reasons to complete this often-overlooked maintenance item, we’re going to…Read More »
Here in Florida, hurricane season starts on June 1 and runs until November 30th each year. According to the National Hurricane Center, the majority of dangerous storms hit during peak hurricane season which falls between August and October. You may already know how to prepare your home to withstand torrential wind and rain, but do…Read More »
When living in Florida, having an efficient home cooling system like an air conditioner or heat pump is not just a desire, it’s a necessity! Because of the heat and humidity, most Florida residents today rely on one of these systems to maintain not only reasonable comfort levels but to lower humidity levels as well….Read More »
This time of year is the perfect time to address your duct cleaning. It’s something that many people put off, but it can have serious implications on your family’s health. Here, we break down the top five questions we hear from our customers when we stop in for a duct cleaning. 1) What Does a…Read More »
As the weather cools down and homeowners are turning on their heaters for the first time in months, they begin to have questions about their systems. To help minimize the stress of researching all things heat-pump related, we are answering 5 commonly asked questions. If you are using your heat-pump for the first time in…Read More »
According to the Department of Energy, one of the best ways to increase energy efficiency is to examine your ductwork. Did you know that duct systems typically lose up to 40% of its heating or cooling energy? Unlike plumbing leaks, duct leaks are very common and often go unnoticed because homeowners cannot see the issue….Read More »
An HVAC surge protector isn’t just a gimmick; it is a much-needed safeguard for your HVAC system. Household electronics like laptops, desktop computers, TVs, and even cordless phones can easily be fried by a large power surge, such as a lightning strike. It is likely that you already use at least one household surge protector…Read More »
Summer is here, which means as the temperature rises, so do your energy bills. Here in Gainesville, we’re not strangers to the high electricity bills that seem to creep up on us during the hot summer months. Many homeowners are left feeling helpless about how to lower their energy bills, but as Gainesville’s air-conditioning energy…Read More »
