May 5, 2016
With spring arriving in most of the country, allergies will be in full bloom. Here in Florida, unfortunately, with trees, flowers and other flora blooming for most of the year, we hardly ever get a break from so-called spring allergies. Plus, we’re susceptible to most of the other allergy triggers common in other parts …
May 3, 2016
Spring comes early in Florida but if you’ve already done your spring cleaning this year, don’t assume you’re all set. Many homeowners forget that HVAC spring cleaning is also necessary – that is, if you want your cooling system to operate efficiently and effectively throughout our long cooling season. Take these HVAC spring cleaning steps:
April 28, 2016
It’s upsetting when you turn on the faucet and discolored hot water pours out, but this can happen for several reasons and they’re not all serious issues. How do you judge whether you need to call a plumbing professional? Learning what your discolored water could mean can help you decide:
April 26, 2016
A central air conditioner has many mechanical components, but the crucial element in its ability to cool is the refrigerant it contains. Refrigerants are chemical compounds called hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFC), and R-410A is the one now used in new cooling systems.
April 21, 2016
The most common plumbing problem homeowners face is a clogged drain. You could pour a store-bought chemical mixture down to potentially clear it, but the chemicals may damage some types of pipes and do more damage than good. The best way to manage a clogged drain is to prevent it from happening in the first …
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April 19, 2016
Home safety means more than adding deadbolt locks and smoke alarms. There are many things to do to keep your home safer from intruders and accidents. Here are tasks to add to your list.
April 14, 2016
If your home isn’t ready for Orlando’s heavy late spring and summer rains, it’s at serious risk for basement flooding. To protect your belongings and your home, there are a few simple things you can do to keep your basement dry.
April 12, 2016
Reducing the amount of water you use in your Orlando home can help you lower your bills while also helping the environment. There are several ways that you can conserve water, including the following.
April 7, 2016
Knowing what Manual J, Manual D and Manual S do for home comfort, equipment durability and energy efficiency gives you an edge. They’re the software that HVAC professionals use to determine the equipment size, the most crucial step in selecting a new or replacement system. Moving forward with a new installation without using the software …
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April 5, 2016
Choosing a new air conditioner could be one of the most challenging projects you face as a homeowner, since there’s little easy about selecting the right system. Not only does your summertime comfort depend on making a good choice, but so do your energy bills for a long time to come.
