I Saved My Money For a Smart Thermostat

I Saved My Money For a Smart Thermostat

I spent a few months saving my cash for a smart control unit; My Heating and A/C serviceman always told me how much he enjoyed smart control units plus was consistently telling me how it would lower my energy costs… When he first mentioned a smart control unit to me, I assumed he was trying

How I found the right air filter

How I found the right air filter

I’ve been using one for a while now and they’ve been working great for me If you’re looking to get an air filter how do you find which one is right for you? One of the best ways you can find out what kind of air filter you need for your home is to have

Outdoor Graduation party

Outdoor Graduation party

I was trying to plan my daughter’s graduation party when she threw me for a loop. I was shopping indoor sites because she was graduating late in the fall from university. She had worked difficult to receive her Master’s Degree in just under three years & I wanted to have a celebration to let her

I Installed a Whole Home Air Purifier

I Installed a Whole Home Air Purifier

I could install it to my current Heating, Ventilation as well as A/C system as well as it would cleanse all the air that passed through as well as entered my home I’ve spent the past year trying to improve my indoor air quality, then i never used to pay attention to the quality of

Family Reunion with a Broken Air Conditioner

Family Reunion with a Broken Air Conditioner

Luckily, the local HVAC company has a whole host of technicians that my grandparents know from church or their high school days. My family is spread around the United States. But, every summer, we get together for a family reunion in my paternal grandparents’ hometown, where they met, raised their five children, and still live

There Wasn’t Central Heat In The Cabin Rental

There Wasn’t Central Heat In The Cabin Rental

My family decided to start a modern tradition this year. As soon as my associate and I were done opening presents on Christmas afternoon, my associate and I all got in the vehicle and headed into the mountains for a cozy getaway. We wanted to spend time skiing, snowboarding, eating fantastic food, and care about

Unskippable heating and cooling ads

Unskippable heating and cooling ads

I love to watch a lot of different videos online, mostly educational stuff cause I’m always trying new things. However recently the ads have gotten out of control, it used to be right there just being an ad that would be anywhere from 20 to 30 seconds at the beginning of the video. Some of

A big winter season storm

A big winter season storm

My family lives in an part of the country that experiences dire winter season weather almost all year round. I know our first snowstorm last year happened in September which is pretty crazy! I know most locales that experience such cold weather have nice summer time weather to balance it out, however, in the part

What is that burnt toast smell?

What is that burnt toast smell?

I can’t believe this weather we are having. Yesterday it was 88 degrees and super humid. This morning it was 55 degrees and freezing cold. It did warm up a bit throughout the day but nothing like it was yesterday. I finally had enough of being cold and I decided to turn on the furnace

Last weekend I signed up for an air filter delivery service

Last weekend I signed up for an air filter delivery service

When you have a lot of kids and a husband, you never really get much quiet time or time to yourself whenever you can be in charge of the TV yourself! So that’s why I end up watching late night TV, even though there are a ton of ads and commercials on at that time

Bursting pipes in  the middle of winter

Bursting pipes in the middle of winter

My Heating, Ventilation & A/C specialist called me to inform me of the shallow rapidly changing temperatures. He wanted me to be on the lookout, mainly because he had a central heating and cooling unit with one of the AC on the exterior. He worried that if discontinued, I would end up with bursting pipes

Interested in a smart control unit

Interested in a smart control unit

My new control unit was already installed when my associate and I bought our dwelling nearly twenty years ago. It’s a undoubtedly easy plastic dial that requires manual adjustment & serves only a single function. While my husband & I have completed extensive remodeling, my associate and I overlooked the control unit. We’ve replaced windows,

A way to tell if your AC is breaking

A way to tell if your AC is breaking

While sitting on the couch with my family this evening, I noticed that our AC was much louder than normal. I thought that the TV was turned down low so I grabbed the remote, and turned up the volume. Not much later, it seemed that the AC was getting louder. I went to the thermostat

Cat got outside yesterday, ended up coming back in the heat

Cat got outside yesterday, ended up coming back in the heat

I have two indoor cats. My friend and I do not let them outside because of the feral cats in our town. My friend and I would not want to risk them getting into fights or getting fleas, even though our cats are strictly indoors, they often try to get outside when my associate and

We only supply to the beaches on Wednesdays plus Wednesdays

We only supply to the beaches on Wednesdays plus Wednesdays

Delivery services are nice, because they allow you to get the things that you need plus want in a hurry plus without ever leaving your home; Living in the neighborhood means enjoying lots of delivery services; When I lived in the city, I could have anything delivered from laundry, to Bakery goods plus even electronics,

My daughter is married to an HVAC technician

My daughter is married to an HVAC technician

When they got married, we were all actually happy about it My daughter is married to an HVAC technician and we all really like him a lot. It’s really a small miracle for us when somebody comes into the family and we all like him. Our family is a really tight knit group of people

Preparing for the cold winter weather

Preparing for the cold winter weather

Every year it is the same thing around here. By the time that we are in November it is time to start preparing for those cold winter months, however what better way to do that than to have your boiler tuned up? I use a gas furnace as my main heating source, & like any

Need to cool one room only, no problem!

Need to cool one room only, no problem!

My friend and I looked into installing a permanent unit like a mini split ductless unit, but the cost was entirely high. My parents are getting older & I consistently worry about them. So much so, that it takes away from my time with my own family. Many times, my husband will want to plan

Imagine a world with no Heating & Air Conditioning systems

Imagine a world with no Heating & Air Conditioning systems

I toil as a volunteer at a local retirement facility. I toil with the residents on craft projects, help with social events, & even spend time visiting or just studying to them. It is undoubtedly rewarding on multiple levels however one of my favorite things I like to do is just listen. They care about

The right time to update the a/c:

The right time to update the a/c:

While every a/c is efference, a system that receives proper service plus proper care can be expected to last someplace from fifteen to twenty years, however, in areas with a tropical weather conditions, where the a/c operates for more than fifty percent of the year, the equipment may wear out more suddenly, and it can

Importance of duct cleaning

Importance of duct cleaning

The majority of homeowners never give their ductwork more than a passing thought. It’s easy to forget all about the concealed network of pipes. However, the ducts are responsible for delivering heated and cooled air to every room in the house. The breathing air passes through the ducty system multiple times per day. If there

Our ad campaign worked like a charm

Our ad campaign worked like a charm

I invited my friend list to “like” plus “share” my up-to-date page too. Business has been slow in our sleepy little neighborhood lately. It seems that everyone is willing to drive two towns over to the bigger stores, dealerships, plus businesses. These bigger companies advertise deals plus sales that make it worth the drive I

Other forms of Air Conditioners

Other forms of Air Conditioners

I don’t mind going to work in an actual office. I used to work from home plus periodically that had its ups plus downs. When I worked from home I was often distracted by my niece that I used to babysit. I realized that when she was asleep that was when I would get most

Puppy dog woes on a hot summer day

Puppy dog woes on a hot summer day

My sister has the biggest heart around and can’t resist any living creature. When she told me that she wanted to volunteer at the local animal shelter I knew it wouldn’t be long before she brought home a new friend. Boy was I relieved when it was a puppy and not a lizard or something.

Preparing my loft for winter

Preparing my loft for winter

Recently I came across an article advice to prepare your home for winter. Most of the items were do-it-yourselfers as well as wouldn’t cost a thing. At the top of the list was to wash out gutters as well as downspouts. If these get plugged, it could cause leaks in the roof and/or ice dams.

Importance of duct cleaning

Importance of duct cleaning

The majority of homeowners never give their ductwork more than a passing thought. It’s simple to forget all about the concealed network of pipes. However, the ducts are responsible for delivering heated and cooled air to every room in the house. The breathing air passes through the ducty system many times per afternoon. If there

Lots of cats and heating/cooling maintenance

Lots of cats and heating/cooling maintenance

The regular upkeep ensures that the components are clean and kept in peak working order. I volunteer at an animal shelter where we rescue abandoned, abused or stray dogs and cats. We make every effort to place these animals in a good home. I have brought home five cats that now live with me. While

My furnace is charming

My furnace is charming

My boiler is really charming… I’m so blissful that I decided to switch & get a modern heater! Last year was when I switched over to a brand modern boiler after living in the same home for three decades. My fiance & I bought this home is a retirement home all these years ago &

Cat got outside yupterday, ended up coming back in the heat

Cat got outside yupterday, ended up coming back in the heat

I have two indoor cats! We do not let them outside because of the feral cats in our village. We would not want to risk them getting into fights or getting fleas… Even though our cats are strictly indoors, they often try to get outside when my friend and I open the front or back

Dealing with a buyer who cannot pay for his Heating plus A/C service repairs

Dealing with a buyer who cannot pay for his Heating plus A/C service repairs

It is never easy to deal with a buyer who is unwilling to pay for services well done. Unluckyly, the world is full of individuals who tend to take luck of Heating plus A/C professionals plus other professionals. In all my life as an Heating plus A/C serviceman, I did not have to encounter such

Unskippable heating and cooling ads

Unskippable heating and cooling ads

I love to watch a lot of different videos online, mostly educational stuff cause I’m consistently trying new things; However recently the ads have gotten out of control, it used to be right there just being an ad that would be someplace from 20 to 30 seconds at the beginning of the video. Some of

Other forms of Air Conditioners

Other forms of Air Conditioners

I don’t mind going to work in an actual office. I used to work from apartment plus sometimes that had its ups plus downs. When I worked from apartment I was often distracted by my niece that I used to babysit. I realized that when she was asleep that was when I would get most

Rental unit separate from a/c

Rental unit separate from a/c

My sibling finally moved out of our parents property last fall plus she certainly has enjoyed living on her own. I thought at one point she was going to live with them forever because she is already in her mid-twenties; Her condo is certainly cute plus throughout the winter, she was totally comfortable because the

Party condo has cooling system on too low

Party condo has cooling system on too low

My mom is always nagging me to dress warmly. “You know, it’s a myth that you catch colds from being cold, Mom.” Anyway, I was going to a summer time gathering with a bunch of friends plus my mom told me to grab a sweatshirt. I didn’t want to although she insisted. So, I finally

Change of Plans Due to Broken air conditioner

Change of Plans Due to Broken air conditioner

My wifey and I went out for lunch and a movie last weekend. The lunch was nice however the movie theater was actually hot. My fantastic friend and I noticed it as soon as my friend and I walked in however it was an early showing so I hopped that it was just because they

It’s nice to deal with an honorabledealer

It’s nice to deal with an honorabledealer

I am particularly grateful for the a/c company that my mom uses. She is getting a bit forgetful in her old age. She forgets things she used to know. That is why I am the one who takes care of all of her expenses now. As a side note, my number is on most of

Great memories of blizzards

Great memories of blizzards

When I was a kid, I thought blizzards were great… School would be cancelled and my siblings and I would take full advantage of the unexpected vacation day, but my associate and I were drastic board game players, and after playing two or three, my associate and I would consistently want to play outside in

An unofficial Christmas gift

An unofficial Christmas gift

As a child you tend to ask for the most popular toy for Christmas. In most homes the excitement of the Season builds for weeks and seeing the teenagers faces on Christmas day is entirely the legitimately best feeling. As you get older you may wish for larger gifts and have no concept of the

No room for Air conditioners

No room for Air conditioners

Living in the heart of the town can be a lot of fun. There is consistently something going on & most of the items that you need are within walking distance for the most part. I love the fact that I don’t even need to own a car because public transportation can take me to

The boss needs to make some swings

The boss needs to make some swings

Have you ever considered changing jobs because the place of employment is uncomfortable? I never thought I would be thinking of doing just that although I simply can’t put up with my workspace any longer; When I took the job nearly fifteen years ago I assumed that I would stay there through retirement. I work

Paying attention to our furnace in the summer

Paying attention to our furnace in the summer

It was impossible to get an Heating & A/C company out to the house because the streets were snowed in & everyone on our block had lost power as well… So my associate and I decided that from now on my associate and I were going to call a local Heating & A/C company to

The maid is off today

The maid is off today

I love this little machine. Teenagers can be quite a challenge and when you have triplets that are seventeen, challenge is putting is mildly. I have triplet boys and that makes it even worse. Each of them plays on a different sports team and the overall smell in their room is that of a sweaty

Ways to improve indoor air quality

Ways to improve indoor air quality

There are sources of air pollutants in every room in the house. From pets and pesticides to cooking, showering and cleaning, all sorts of harmful toxins can become trapped inside the living space and create health concerns. It’s often necessary to take proactive measures. Indoor air quality accessories work with the central heating and cooling

Bursting pipes in  the middle of winter

Bursting pipes in the middle of winter

My HVAC technician called me to inform me of the shallow temperatures. He wanted me to be on the lookout, mainly because he had a central heating and cooling unit with one of the AC on the exterior. He worried that if discontinued, I would end up with bursting pipes that would be too expensive

The boss needs to make some changes

The boss needs to make some changes

Have you ever considered changing jobs because the workplace is uncomfortable? I never thought I would be thinking of doing just that but I simply can’t put up with my workspace any longer. When I took the job nearly fifteen years ago I assumed that I would stay there through retirement. I work for the

I prefer old HVAC units

I prefer old HVAC units

I have to supply my honest opinion here when it comes to cooling systems. I certainly prefer the old window cooling systems over this week’s central heating and cooling system’s cooling. There were many reasons for this. The first being that with an old window cooling system you do not have to spend money for

My husband broke our air conditioner with his head

My husband broke our air conditioner with his head

All four of them were wrestling in the living room when my husband got up quickly and did not realize that he was right under the air conditioner. I have three handsome sons that I love so much, but I never pictured myself having all boys. I actually wanted all girls before our sons were