Does your family spend more time indoors? Indoor air quality is a common concern, especially since poor quality air can lead to short and long-term health problems. Allergens can accumulate on your floors, especially if you have carpet or you live with pets. Whether you live in an apartment or your own home, you need […]
Have you ever walked into a room in your home and noticed a strange smell? Or you were working indoors and started feeling dizzy, sneezing, and coughing. If you can relate to either of the two, there is one possibility! Your home’s indoor air quality is less than ideal. Less than ideal indoor air quality […]
HVAC ducts and air vents are hidden components of your HVAC system, and they are responsible for ensuring adequate air circulation in your home. The hidden HVAC ductwork may malfunction, causing excess dust, uneven room temperatures, high electricity bills, and other air duct issues. While some homeowners may keep up with regular HVAC maintenance and […]
A heating system is a significant investment. Having a good heating unit means fresher air, and makes your home livable. Whether you are buying a heater for a new home or looking for an HVAC upgrade near you, you must make the right decisions. Otherwise, you end up with an inefficient system and incur high […]
Has it ever occurred to you why the use of gas heat is heavily criticized today? If not, here is why. Gas heaters use natural gas as the main source of fuel. For heat to be released, natural gas has to be burned in large quantities. This releases carbon dioxide, which is believed to be […]
California introduced a way for you to save energy costs, care for the environment, and get rewarded for it. How cool is that? The new Energy Solutions TECH Incentives program is a rebate program targeting mostly homeowners using inefficient HVAC systems who are willing to upgrade to more energy-efficient solutions. If you live in the […]
How to Know When You Need a New Heater Heating is one of the most important things in the winter. A new heating system saves you money on energy costs in the long run, so buying a new one is an investment for your future. Because of newer technology that reduces fumes and chemical emissions, […]
Your heater is like a friend who comforts you when the weather is screaming minus degrees. It’s the best feeling ever, right? Now imagine that same friend, but this time they’re yelling at you and making all sorts of weird noises. That can be pretty annoying, especially when you can’t figure out what’s wrong with […]
Sadly, there is no straight answer to this question without looking at the various factors surrounding the specific duct. However, a replacement cost is often around $35-$55 per linear foot or $175 $400 per duct. Ideally, it will cost around $1,000 to $5,000 for a single-family home. Ductwork Replacement Cost at a Glance Scope […]
Introduction: SEER vs. SEER2 (What changed?) SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) measures the cooling efficiency of central air conditioners and heat pumps. In 2023, the industry moved to SEER2, a more realistic test method. Numbers aren’t directly 1-to-1 with legacy SEER, but the rule still holds: higher SEER2 = better cooling efficiency. For heat pump […]