When you are shopping for a new HVAC system, whether for residential or commercial use, American Standard has the equipment to meet your needs. A company with a long history — dating back to the 1880s, when it pioneered clean indoor heating as a leading manufacturer of steam radiators — American Standard has become a…

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Here in Wichita, summer is hot and steamy, increasing the workload of your A/C unit significantly over climate conditions with lower humidity. Since your A/C unit is designed to both cool the air and remove excess moisture, humid conditions can set the stage for an A/C unit that is functioning normally yet is unable to…

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So, you’ve decided that a tankless water heater or demand –type water heater is the best choice to replace your current, aging water heater. But, how do you know what size is best for your family?  It is important to get the proper size so your family will have the hot water they need, but…

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Summers in Wichita can be uncomfortable and expensive. We’ve always had muggy and windy summer months, but the last several years we’ve also had record breaking days of 100-plus degree heat. Just this past May we had the earliest 100-degree temperature in the city’s recorded history. Unfortunately, energy prices haven’t gone down, and each year,…

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The lifespan of your water heater depends on several variables. A major variable and common cause of water heater malfunction is corrosion. By learning the causes of corrosion and how to protect your heater against it, you can greatly increase its lifespan.

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It seems like we can’t survive without air conditioning during these hot summer months, but the constant use makes huge holes in our budget. Fortunately, there are some ways that you can keep A/C cooling this summer without moving the thermostat lower in your Wichita area home.

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The slow economic growth in the United States since the 2007 global financial crisis has led many families to look for ways to save money. One way many people are doing this is by altering their daily water use habits. Read on for how to reduce your household’s water use.

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Carbon monoxide poisoning is a threat for every Wichita homeowner. This tasteless, odorless and colorless gas is a byproduct of the incomplete burning of various fuels. Home appliances that can produce carbon monoxide include: gas water heaters, oil or gas furnaces, gas or propane barbeques, portable generators, gas space heaters, wood-burning stoves and fireplaces. 

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If you’ve been experiencing decreasing performance from your water heater, or even worse – if you’ve had some kind of breakdown – it may be time to concede to the inevitable and purchase that new water heater. To help sort out your purchase options, here are some guidelines to make sense of it all.

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