After winter has hit and done its damage, the time comes to prepare your air conditioning unit for the warmer weather ahead. Seasonal maintenance is important for keeping your indoor air quality as clean as possible in the allergy-laden months ahead. Here are a few tips to make sure your air … [Read more...]
Why is Your A/C Leaking Water?
Have you noticed that your air conditioner or heater is leaking water? There are several possible reasons for this, but whatever the cause, you’ll want to call in a professional AC technician to troubleshoot your system. In the meantime, here are some common reasons why your residential AC may be … [Read more...]
HVAC Ductwork: Tips to Consider When Remodeling
If you’re getting ready to remodel or renovate your home, one thing you may not have considered is your air conditioning ductwork. Even if you have a fairly new and efficient HVAC system, changing your layout or adding to your square footage can greatly affect the efficiency of your system. A … [Read more...]
Unwanted Guests: What to Do When Rodents Get in Your Air Ducts
Just when you start to enjoy the cooler weather that winter brings, you may also find some unwanted guests in your home. Rats, mice and squirrels tend to find their way into your home during the winter months because they’re looking for an escape from the cold. As they make their way in, they can … [Read more...]
The Importance of Properly Sealed Ductwork
If you are sitting there scratching your head wondering why certain rooms in your house or office freeze or burn up during various times of the year, your answer may lie in the ductwork. In an HVAC (Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning) system, ductwork is used to distribute conditioned air … [Read more...]
3 Ways to Improve Your Home’s Energy Efficiency
It only takes one prolonged cold snap or heat streak in Southeast Texas to reveal homes with energy efficiency problems. Drafty or stuffy rooms that feel uncomfortable despite constantly running A/C or heat is a telltale sign that your home could use some energy upgrades. Not only will energy … [Read more...]
Wanna Reduce Your Energy Bill By 30%? Check Your Ductwork
It may be hard to believe, but you could be wasting a lot of energy when you crank on your AC. Like a LOT of energy. And it's not because your air conditioner isn't the most efficient ENERGYSTAR air conditioner around; it's because your ductwork is leaking out all that cold air into your attic, … [Read more...]