Understanding the Thermostatic Expansion Valve (and Why It’s Expensive to Replace) Occasionally we have to give a customer the bad news that the thermostatic expansion valve (TXV) in their heat pump or air conditioner needs to be replaced—and that … Read More
When it comes to your home’s heating and cooling, you may be surprised at how many places in your home can help or hinder your air comfort. Although your house may seem like a single unit, the individual parts added … Read More
When you hear the word ‘tent,’ what comes to mind? Maybe you think of the tiny pup tents from childhood campouts in the backyard. You know, the ones with confusing instructions and support poles that eventually led to fond memories … Read More
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems rely on bringing a lot of different materials together. There is an intricate mix of machinery and ducts that keep your home or business comfortable. One of the most well-known parts of an … Read More
What do the dregs of the office coffee pot, the heel piece of bread, and the crushed potato chips at the bottom of the bag have in common? When you want something, sometimes getting a “little bit” is worse than … Read More
It’s summertime, and the living is easy! Or at least, it feels easy for those of us who have our favorite creature comforts to help keep cool. The kids can play in the sprinklers, the neighbors can rest in the … Read More
What happens in your home when you’re not looking? Did you hear the scamper of little plastic feet as they sneak by, or is that just your imagination? Maybe the toys in your child’s playroom spend their days as toys … Read More
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live on Mars? With the newest rover exploring the red planet’s surface, it’s interesting to think about making a home on our neighboring planet. Chances are you probably haven’t considered … Read More