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You’re more than likely familiar with the phrase, “Well, if it’s on the internet, it must be true.” This is often a sarcastic remark in response to outrageous claims, and unfortunately, when it comes to saving money, we’ll believe just about anything we read. Some of the tips and tricks you hear and read online can actually have negative effects, especially when it comes to expensive equipment like heating and air conditioning. We’ve debunked some of the most common air...

The summer and its hot weather are fast approaching. Is your air conditioning system ready for the season? Why wait for your home to be uncomfortably hot and stuffy when you can invest in your HVAC system now and prevent the need for urgent repairs. Read our four tips to extend your HVAC system's life, help it run more efficiently, and require less maintenance. Schedule Preventative Maintenance and Tune-Ups The best way to prevent future damage is to be proactive...

There are lots of summer sounds that are music to our ears like crickets chirping and birds singing. But if you hear sounds coming from your outdoor air conditioning unit, you’d better pay close attention. Take a look at these noises that might indicate your outdoor AC unit is having an issue: Banging It might sound like a slamming or a banging noise, but what likely is happening is a loose fan that is making noise as it spins. Banging...

Saving energy means saving money! After all, the less energy you use, the less energy you have to pay for each month! There are many ways to save energy at home. Here are our favorites that you can implement as soon as spring comes so you can take advantage of them all year long. Use Your Fan Wisely If you have a ceiling fan, make sure it is spinning counter-clockwise and then turn it on whenever you’re in the room....

Did you know that there are more plumbing problems during the holiday season than at any other time of the year? There are a number of reasons for this. Most of them have to do with either the colder weather that often comes over the holidays, or because there are more people in your house than there normally are. Here’s what you need to know to protect your plumbing this season: Watch the Garbage Disposal With so many cooks in...