Category: heating
Mold In My HVAC? More Common Than You Think
Mold can be terrible, especially when an HVAC system is prone to mold. But don’t worry! You can avoid and deal with mold in your HVAC system. Mold And Moisture There are many reasons why an HVAC system is a perfect environment for mold to grow. The climate control system is damp, and mold is
What’s Wrong With Keeping A Heater That Is Older Than Ten Years Old?
If you have an older furnace or central air conditioner, you may be wondering when it’s time to replace it. Several signs indicate when this is necessary. Here are some of them: Heater Age If your heater is over ten years old, it’s probably time to upgrade. Heaters that are 10 years old or older
The Risks Of Not Getting Your Heating System Inspected Regularly
Winter is just around the corner, so when was the last time you got your heating system inspected? If you had to think about the answer for more than a few seconds, you probably needed a quick inspection. Routine Maintenance A heating system is an investment, and you want your investment to last a long
What To Do If My Heating System’s Pilot Light Went Out?
If you’re trying to figure out what to do if the pilot light on your furnace or boiler went out, it’s important that you understand the safety risks involved. A pilot light that goes out is not unheard of, so luckily, we are here to help you learn what to do! Why Is My Pilot
Summer Heat And Mold
Mold growth in homes is quite a tricky problem to tackle because mold grows quite silently. Often homeowners do not notice mold until it has spread drastically across their structures. With summer around the corner, you might dread hearing that the weather can make mold grow quickly. We break down why mold loves the summer
Hot Tap Water: A Hidden Menace
Tap water is an often overlooked miracle that we cannot get enough of in our homes! Access to clean tap water is extraordinary, from washing dishes to cooling off from a hot day outside. There is one tiny bit of info that we do want to extend to homeowners everywhere, and that is hot tap
Controlling Humidity Levels In Your Home
Heating and cooling tend to get all the attention when we think about indoor air quality. But humidity levels are critical, and achieving the ideal range of 30-50% isn’t always easy. Too Much Moisture: Dehumidify Too much humidity promotes the growth of mold, pathogens and allergens. It also causes damage to your home’s structure and
Sensi Predict™ – 24/7 HVAC Monitoring
Homeowners! We’d like to introduce you to your new best friend… What Is It? Sensi Predict™ is a new custom sensor technology that monitors your HVAC system 24/7, helping you stay ahead of problems, and keeping your home comfortable. How Does It Work? Sensi Predict™ connects directly to your HVAC system, transmitting encrypted readings from
Dry Winter Air & The Importance Of Humidifiers
Sick of winter yet? We sure are! These cold days have us longing for a warm spring day to spend outside in the sun! But the need for gloves, scarves, layers (and layers), and a puffy coat isn’t the only thing about winter causing us discomfort. What makes winter even more unbearable is the lack
6 Reasons To Switch To Geothermal Energy
Geothermal energy has been used for thousands of years; starting with making use of hot springs for bathing and district heating. It wasn’t until the 1940’s that a heat pump system was successfully installed for commercial use. Since then, the use of geothermal heating and cooling has increased significantly, and it is now available for homeowners. Geothermal Fundamentals So
