Summer arrives. Your AC starts running, but your home still feels clammy. Family members keep lowering the thermostat. Now, some rooms are still uncomfortably humid while others feel too cold. Meanwhile, energy bills increase. This is a typical challenge during humid summers in , . Many homeowners think [Continue Reading ]
Stuffy indoor air. Condensation-covered windows. Rooms that feel humid in summer or overly dry in winter. These are common complaints about today’s homes, especially modern homes built for maximum energy efficiency. Modern construction methods do a very good job of sealing out drafts and reducing energy waste, but the [Continue Reading ]
Heavy rainstorms can put any basement at risk of flooding. One strong storm, rising groundwater or day after day of steady rain can result in water damage homeowners never saw coming. And if you’ve ever experienced a flooded basement before, you know how expensive and frustrating the process can be. [Continue Reading ]
Spring is an exciting time in . More comfortable days and new flowers are a welcome change from the cold and dreary winter weather. However, they aren’t the only signs of spring. You might also wake up to damp-feeling air. Your allergies flare up. The basement smells damp and [Continue Reading ]
Spring in should mean enjoying warmer weather and enjoying more time outdoors. Instead, for many of us, it means dealing with pollen allergies. If you have spring allergies, you know how frustrating that pollen in your home can make you feel. Constant sneezing, itchy and watery eyes, [Continue Reading ]
We’ve all had that uneasy feeling. A powerful thunderstorm rolls through , the lights flicker, and suddenly your home is dark and silent. Your AC stops working. Food in your refrigerator begins to spoil. Your Wi-Fi disappears. Sump pumps quit working. That’s when it hits you. It could [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 ]
