Although not a serious problem, a blank thermostat is frustrating and if not addressed quickly can lead to more costly issues. Here are some common reasons a thermostat screen is blank. Power surge or tripped breaker If you return home from work and discover your thermostat screen is...
Nothing is more aggravating than turning on your air-conditioner for its first seasonal use – and nothing happens! To minimize your frustration, make sure you are familiar with your breaker panel box, know where your air filters are located, and how to properly set your thermostat. More...
If your home has central heating, it uses a furnace or heat pump to provide warmth and comfort throughout your home. When your heating system stops working, it can be a major inconvenience. Problems can happen for multiple reasons, from a mechanical failure, a problem...
As we enjoy the cooler days of fall, it is a good idea to start thinking about getting your furnace ready for winter use. If you keep good maintenance records of your HVAC equipment and did not have any issues the previous winter, it is...
Home ownership requires a lot of responsibility. Monitoring, overseeing, and maintaining many of the mechanical elements of your home are crucial to keeping the home in good condition. HVAC, which means “heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning,” is the equipment responsible for maintaining a comfortable temperature in...
*|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* Spring is Here! April Showers bring May Flowers. We are now in full Spring here in the Upstate, leaves are growing, flowers are blooming, and green is starting to appear everywhere you look. The green film of pollen covers every surface and for those of you...
Ever notice how you can breath better when you are on a mountain vacation, or at the ocean, or viewing a gorgeous waterfall? All of these environments contain highly ionized air. What if you could create that environment at home? There are several reasons the United...
Spring is Here! Spring is officially only a couple weeks away, and I for one am here for it. The weather is perfect for picnics, going for a drive, or doing some yard work. Outside activities and sports will begin again, and as some restrictions are...
Ideally, as a homeowner, you should know where the main water shut off valve is for your home. In case of an emergency water leak, you may need to urgently shut off the water. The valve is usually in the basement or on an outside...
