Summer is here. Your air conditioner starts running, but your home still feels sticky. Family members keep lowering the thermostat. Now, some rooms feel damp while others feel too cold. Meanwhile, energy bills climb. This is a frequent issue during humid summers in , . Many homeowners believe [Continue Reading ]
Stuffy indoor air. Cloudy windows. Rooms that feel humid in summer or overly dry in winter. These are typical complaints about today’s homes, especially homes built for extreme energy efficiency. Modern construction methods do a great job of blocking drafts and reducing energy waste, but the downside is this [Continue Reading ]
Heavy rainstorms can put any basement at risk of damage. One driving rainstorm, rising groundwater or day after day of steady rain can result in water damage homeowners never anticipated. And if you’ve ever dealt with a flooded basement before, you know how pricey and frustrating the process can be. [Continue Reading ]
The spring season is a great time in . Milder days and blossoming flowers are a welcome change from the chilly and gloomy winter weather. However, they aren’t the only signs of spring. You could also wake up to moist air. Your allergies go crazy. The basement smells musty [Continue Reading ]
Springtime in should mean making the most of warmer weather and spending more time outdoors. Instead, for many residents, it means dealing with pollen allergies. If you have spring allergies, you know how miserable that pollen in your home can make you feel. The sneezing, itchy and [Continue Reading ]
We’ve all had that feeling in the pit of our stomach. A strong thunderstorm rolls through , the lights blink, and suddenly your home has no power. Your cooling system shuts down. Food in your refrigerator can quickly spoil. Your Wi-Fi goes down. Sump pumps shut off. That’s [Continue Reading ]
Hard water is a common problem for homeowners in and around . Unfortunately, it can cause serious damage if left untreated. Learning the difference between hard water vs. soft water is the first step in protecting your plumbing, appliances and fixtures Here, the pros at will explain [Continue Reading ]
It's easy to tell when you need to dust your furnishings or sweep the floors, but what about the air inside your home? The EPA reports that indoor air can carry exponentially more contaminants than outdoor air. Dust, mold spores, volatile organic compounds and other irritants circulating through your HVAC [Continue Reading ]
Do winter's chilly days leave you wishing for cozy comfort? Many homeowners wonder if using portable space heaters with furnace systems is a safe way to stay comfortable in frigid weather. The appeal of enhancing your central heat capabilities with portable warmth is understandable if you have a cold [Continue Reading ]
The windows of your home are a gateway to the outdoors, a way to draw light in when you appreciate the view of your garden, yard or scenery. The last thing you need to see is a sweaty window coated in a coating of condensation. Not only are windows [Continue Reading ]
