Summer arrives. Your AC starts running, but your home still feels clammy. Family members keep lowering the thermostat temperature. Now, some rooms feel damp while others feel too cold. Meanwhile, energy bills increase. This is a common problem during humid summers in , . Many homeowners believe the [Continue Reading ]
Stale indoor air. Foggy windows. Rooms that feel humid in summer or dry and uncomfortable in winter. These are frequent complaints about today’s homes, especially modern homes built for maximum energy efficiency. Modern construction methods do a very good job of blocking drafts and reducing energy waste, but the [Continue Reading ]
Severe rainstorms can put any basement at risk. One unrelenting downpour, rising groundwater or several days of steady rain can cause water damage homeowners never anticipated. And if you’ve ever dealt with a flooded basement before, you know how expensive and frustrating the process can be. Seasonal weather patterns in [Continue Reading ]
Springtime is a great time in . Warmer days and blossoming flowers are a much-needed change from the cold and dreary winter weather. But, they aren’t the only signs of spring. You may also wake up to moist air. Your allergies go crazy. The basement smells damp and stale. [Continue Reading ]
Spring in should mean enjoying warmer weather and enjoying more time outside. Instead, for many homeowners, it means putting up with pollen allergies. If you suffer from allergies, you know how draining that pollen in your home can make you feel. The sneezing, itchy and watery eyes, [Continue Reading ]
We’ve all had that uneasy feeling. A powerful thunderstorm rolls through , the lights flash, and suddenly your home is dark and silent. Your air conditioner stops working. Food in your refrigerator begins to spoil. Your Wi-Fi disappears. Sump pumps stop running. That’s when reality sets in. It [Continue Reading ]
Hard water is a common problem for homeowners in and around . Unfortunately, it can cause serious damage if left untreated. Learning the difference between hard water vs. soft water is the first step in protecting your plumbing, appliances and fixtures Here, the pros at will explain [Continue Reading ]
It's easy to tell when you need to dust your furnishings or sweep the floors, but what about the air inside your home? The EPA reports that indoor air can carry exponentially more contaminants than outdoor air. Dust, mold spores, volatile organic compounds and other irritants circulating through your HVAC [Continue Reading ]
Do winter's chilly days leave you wishing for cozy comfort? Many homeowners wonder if using portable space heaters with furnace systems is a safe way to stay comfortable in frigid weather. The appeal of enhancing your central heat capabilities with portable warmth is understandable if you have a cold [Continue Reading ]
The windows of your home are a gateway to the outdoors, a way to draw light in when you appreciate the view of your garden, yard or scenery. The last thing you need to see is a sweaty window coated in a coating of condensation. Not only are windows [Continue Reading ]
