If you live by a lake or ocean, you know that humidity is synonymous with summer. As the weather heats up, moisture overtakes the dry air and infiltrates your home. A pleasant summer day can transform into a hot, humid, and miserable day in just a matter of moments. While you might already be feeling the heat and humidity, you can still take action to reduce it. Here are four tips for reducing the humidity levels in your home:…
Read More »If you’ve experienced lengthy power outages during a storm, you know the value of a standby generator. But even if you haven’t fallen victim to an extended outage, purchasing a standby generator is a great investment that prevents untold losses beyond just power. Take a look below at three advantages standby generators offer homeowners and why one might benefit your home. Unforeseen Costs Ask most people what costs they think they might incur during an extended power outage, and most of them will only consider the costs involved in staying at a hotel and eating out for a few days.…
Read More »Before assuming that your central heating system has failed, check the thermostat. From overworked systems to those that seem to have quit working altogether, a faulty thermostat can disguise itself as other problems. Before calling an HVAC repairman, try the thermostat troubleshooting steps below. The Basics of Thermostats Thermostat temperature sensing and response varies according to whether the thermostat is electronic or electromechanical. Electromechanical thermostats are a bit old-fashioned, operating on rudimentary principles.…
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