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Updating, Extending and Simplifying Your HVAC System

For most homeowners, the HVAC system is one part of the house that they do not handle on their own. While many people do their own plumbing repairs, landscaping or painting, they often have to seek outside help when they need assistance with their HVAC systems. I am the same way. I am a jack of all trades but not of HVAC systems. However, I still think it's important to understand the basics so that you can choose a great HVAC contractor and talk with them about their strategies and their projects. This blog has all kinds of ideas and tips on updating, extending and simplifying your HVAC system. Please explore, enjoy and learn from these posts.

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3 Things To Check Or Do If Your Furnace Seems To Be Broken

Posted on February 7, 2018

Do you have a furnace that's no longer working quite the way that it should? Are you about to call a professional to fix it, but you're also wondering if there is anything that you can do to give your furnace just a few more days of life while you wait for your appointment? Having your furnace go out in the middle of winter can be quite frustrating. Without a working furnace, portable space heaters will likely do little more than keep the worst of the cold away. [Read More]

Window Vs Central AC Systems

Posted on December 13, 2017

Installing central air conditioning in your home is a big decision and a costly investment. Most homes already have a duct system linked to the heating in their home. However, if you live somewhere that requires a little cooling during the summer, it might be hard to decide whether or not retrofitting your system to run an AC system is worth it. For instance, many homeowners in mild climates don't have any sort of air conditioning. [Read More]

A Look At How The Heating Element In Your Hot Water Heater Is Replaced

Posted on November 6, 2017

If you run out of hot water while bathing much sooner than you used to or if you don't have any hot water at all, the problem could be with the heating element in the water heater. A heating element can be replaced, and that's probably the best option if your water heater isn't so old that you'd be better off buying a new one. Here is an overview of how the heating element is replaced. [Read More]

Know Thy Furnace: The Gas Valve

Posted on February 22, 2017

The multitude of components that make up a gas furnace are a source of much confusion and mystery to many homeowners. Yet a surprising number of problems stem from just a handful of components. One of the most frequent culprits is the gas valve. If you would like to increase your understanding of home heating systems, read on. This article will provide a beginner's guide to the gas valve. The Basics [Read More]