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
Excess humidity is a common problem in homes. If you don’t take steps to control it, your HVAC system will be unable to do the job it needs to do, which can lead to more problems in your home. Here are some tips on how you can reduce excess moisture and keep your home safe:
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
Right now, the majority of people in Maryland, and across the United States, are taking refuge inside their homes. Some are working from home, others are trying to adjust to distance learning, while others still, are getting a jump start on their spring cleaning. How ever you are spending your time, we hope that it
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
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
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
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
Here in Maryland, temperatures are well below freezing today. And with a wind chill below zero, you may be finding it hard to get and stay warm. Staying warm is important not only for our comfort, but also for our health. Here are some tips for staying warm (and protect your home) when temperatures are
When it comes to lowering your energy consumption, there is no better way than installing the best heating and cooling systems available today. Typically, when your environment reaches an undesirable temperature, you would rely on your home appliances, such as your electric fans, air conditioning units, heaters, etc, to achieve a comfortable indoor atmosphere. However, you
