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Tips for Being Prepared in the Event of a Power Outage

Tips for Being Prepared in the Event of a Power Outage

January 5, 2016

You’re sitting at home, watching TV, when the power suddenly goes out. It’s pitch dark throughout your entire house. What do you do? First, don’t worry. Power outages happen to everyone occasionally. The trick is to be prepared. Here are some steps to take both before and during a power outage.

Dealing with Common Furnace Problems

Dealing with Common Furnace Problems

December 29, 2015

Professional HVAC maintenance during the fall season is the best way to prepare your furnace for the heating months ahead. However, even with regularly scheduled maintenance, system parts wear out and fail from time to time. Your heating system may also just be experiencing a glitch at first startup. Before you make a call to …

How to Decide if Your Ductwork Needs to be Replaced

How to Decide if Your Ductwork Needs to be Replaced

December 22, 2015

One of the deciding factors about whether to replace your ductwork, or at least have it repaired or modified, is the quality of home comfort. Problem air ducts contribute to uneven temperatures in your home that no thermostat adjustment can efficiently solve. Read on to learn what good duct design is all about, and if …

Is Air Filtration the Same as Air Cleaning?

Is Air Filtration the Same as Air Cleaning?

December 17, 2015

Do you keep your windows closed most of the time? Preventing indoor air from being replaced with outdoor air leads to a decline in indoor air quality. Many people find recycled air to be difficult or even dangerous to breathe, thanks to the accumulation of dust and other airborne particles. Here are a few suggestions …

How to Save Energy this Winter with a Variable-Speed Furnace

How to Save Energy this Winter with a Variable-Speed Furnace

December 15, 2015

Orlando-area homeowners who are upgrading their furnace have the perfect opportunity to invest in equipment that will save significant amounts of money. A variable-speed furnace provides a heating system that runs efficiently, produces excellent heating, and operates at a lower cost. Here are some reasons why you might want to consider a variable-speed furnace for …

Improve Comfort by Installing a Dehumidifier

Improve Comfort by Installing a Dehumidifier

December 10, 2015

Orlando’s humidity levels are above 50 percent for the majority of the year, well above the ideal range of 30 to 50 percent. Staying cool in this muggy air requires using a dehumidifier along with air conditioner. Here are some reasons to choose a whole-house dehumidifier for your home:

Should You Consider Adding Ductless Mini Splits to Your Home?

Should You Consider Adding Ductless Mini Splits to Your Home?

December 1, 2015

If you are undertaking a home-improvement project that requires adding space heating and cooling, you may have found it perplexing trying to choose the best air conditioning system for your needs. Extending or modifying forced-air systems isn’t always practical, and wall units are often an unattractive option. If all this sounds familiar, check out the …

Is Radiant Flooring the Best Heating System for Your Home?


Is Radiant Flooring the Best Heating System for Your Home?


November 26, 2015

Even in Orlando’s mild winters, it’s still nice to enjoy consistent heating and comfortably warm floors throughout the house. Radiant flooring can provide both of these things. Where Radiant Flooring Shines Radiant (or in-floor) heating systems have several advantages over traditional forced-air systems such as furnaces and heat pumps. More even heat – While forced-air …