November 21, 2022
Parents of newborns are justifiably concerned about optimizing everything in the baby’s environment from indoor air quality, to temperature to just the right amount of sensory stimulation. But what about humidity? Is it important to monitor baby room humidity? Maybe. Read on and learn about relative humidity in your home. Relative Humidity Relative humidity is …
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November 16, 2019
Easter is coming! One of the most fun annual traditions is the Easter egg hunt. But if you’re hosting one in your home for the neighborhood kids, there are a number of concerns, in terms of both comfort and safety. Here are a few tips to help you host a safe Easter egg hunt.
October 9, 2019
Here in Florida with its subtropical climate, the average annual humidity level is a high 74 percent. The level spikes in spring and summer, because warmer air holds more moisture. If you’re seeing the effects of high indoor humidity this spring, now’s the time to learn more about the benefits of using a dehumidifier.
June 21, 2019
With the warming outdoor temperatures, it’s time to tackle spring cleaning and maintenance chores to spruce up your home for the coming summer. When you’re putting together a spring to-do list, be sure to add on these HVAC-related tasks to improve your home comfort.
January 24, 2019
You may have heard of radiant heating and boilers and wondered if either of these heating options is a good one for your home. Nearly all homes in Florida use forced-air furnaces or heat pumps rather than boilers, and if they use radiant heat, it’s more likely in the form of space heaters.
October 23, 2018
Condensing furnaces offer plenty of advantages over their traditional counterparts. Not only do they offer improved reliability and energy efficiency, but they also provide better comfort for your home. Here are a few compelling reasons to upgrade to the latest in residential heating technology.
October 16, 2018
It’s easy to develop bad habits. Most of us, if we’re honest, can admit to plenty of them. But what about your HVAC system? Maybe you have some bad HVAC habits and don’t even know it. Let’s take a look at some of the worst — and unfortunately, most common –among homeowners.
October 9, 2018
One of the most exciting things about football is having guests over to watch some of the games throughout the season. Before you pick up your phone to send a Facebook invite, however, there are certain party comfort concerns that you need to tackle. It basically comes down to two primary areas:
October 4, 2018
If you’ve ever put a lot of work into carving a pumpkin, only to see it shrivel up into a wrinkled mess before you get to set it out for Halloween, you may have realized you haven’t done something right. Take heart, however — there is an art to Jack O’Lantern preservation and it’s not …
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September 18, 2018
A space heater can warm up a chilly spot in the house, but is it safe? About 25,000 home fires every year in the U.S. are attributed to space heaters. In the overwhelming majority, careless or improper usage is a major factor.
