If you’ve been looking into getting a new heating and air conditioning system, you may have been surprised to see noise ratings included in the specifications for different HVAC units. But that information is more important than you might think.…
When the time comes to replace your HVAC system, one of the major factors affecting both cost and comfort is the size of the new unit. A unit that’s too small won’t be able to effectively heat or cool your…
If you’re building a new home or looking at replacing the HVAC in an older one, one of the major decisions you have to make is whether to heat and cool the entire house with one larger unit or to…
Spring came early this year, and as Tennessee Valley residents know, that means severe weather season has begun as well. Here are a few steps you can take to protect your HVAC system from the storms. Tips for Severe Weather…
When your air conditioner is running but isn’t effectively cooling your house, often times it is low on coolant. This is also called refrigerant. It may seem like the quick and easy solution to this problem is simply to add…
Air conditioning can negatively affect the environment in two major ways. It can use a refrigerant that harms the ozone layer. It uses electricity, which is often produced in environmentally harmful ways such as burning fossil fuels. So, you…
It’s still cold outside but the days are finally getting longer. Spring is right around the corner! And the inside of your home is not the only thing that could benefit from a good spring cleaning. Before it’s time to…
Thanks to advanced thermostats and HVAC upgrades like whole-house humidifiers and dehumidifiers, homeowners now have more control than ever over the humidity level in their home. But as always, with great power comes great responsibility. Humidity levels that are too…
The next time you see a delivery truck parked outside your local grocery store, take a look at the front, above the cab. Do you see the words “Thermo King” printed there? If you do, you’re looking at a…
Every year, four thousand Americans are hospitalized due to carbon monoxide poisoning, and four hundred Americans die from it, according to the CDC. So it’s wise to consider whether carbon monoxide might be a danger in your own home and…