Archive for February 2014
Energy and Heat Recovery Ventilators: What These Two Options Provide
Maintaining fresh air in a house is critical to keeping the home’s inhabitants healthy. One way to maintain a steady flow of fresh air into the house is to use either an energy recovery ventilator or a heat recovery ventilator. Homeowners are sometimes unsure of the difference between the two systems. While they are very…
Read MoreReduce Home Heat Loss to Keep Your Kansas Home Cozy and Monthly Bills Low
Winter is upon us here in Kansas, and we can expect cold weather for the next few months. Unfortunately, though your heating system may be doing its job, it’s possible that you are losing a lot of that indoor heat from your furnace through air leaks or other forms of heat loss. There are a…
Read MoreWhat to Expect When Working With an HVAC Tech to Seal Home Ductwork
As a homeowner, one of the most important concerns you likely have is keeping your energy bills down. A big obstacle to this can be leaking ductwork, which often happens over time as connections loosen and damage occurs to your ducts.
Read MoreEasy Ways Wichita Homeowners Can Prevent Broken Water Pipes This Winter
When the temperature drops well below freezing, as it has in Wichita recently, all homeowners need to take precautions against their pipes freezing. When pipes freeze, they can burst and flood your home. Plan ahead and take some preventive measures against frozen pipes.
Read MorePut Air Filter Replacement on Your Monthly To-Do List for Healthy IAQ
Here in Wichita, Kansas, our cold, dry winters and hot, humid summers dictate that we use our HVAC systems for most of the year. Any measure to maximize operational efficiency pays off in two ways: by reducing fuel costs, and by increasing equipment life. The easiest of routine maintenance procedures is probably changing your air filter(s), and…
Read MoreLicensed and Bonded: Two Qualities Your HVAC Company Should Possess
With winter looming, comfort takes on a distinct image of staying warm and toasty. But when you need work done in your home or office, you should also feel a sense of comfort with the service providers you choose. After all, they have access to the people and possessions you most treasure. Make sure your…
Read More5 Common Reasons the Pipes in Your Wichita Home Are Making Odd Noises
The effects of temperature and pressure within the pipes of your home can often cause random sounds that may annoy or startle you. Some of the common causes of noisy pipes are easily remedied with the assistance of a plumbing contractor.
Read MoreGarbage Disposal Dos and Don’ts: How to Prevent Unnecessary Issues
Garbage disposals can be a real boon to Wichita kitchens for eliminating food waste. Scrape food waste in the drain, flip the switch and it all disappears, as if by magic. However, put the wrong item down your garbage disposal — say a piece of cutlery or a Brazil nut still in its shell — and hear…
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