WHY IS WARM AIR COMING FROM MY AIR CONDITIONING UNIT?
Two-thirds of all homes in the United States use air conditioners to stay cool in the summer. But like televisions, these appliances are so common that too many Americans simply take this luxury for granted. That is, until it stops working. So, what do you do when something goes wrong with your air conditioning unit? For […]
THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPER INSTALLATION OF AIR CONDITIONING UNITS
Homeowners have a lot to worry about every day of the year. There are always little things that go wrong inside the home or outside on the property. It can become overwhelming when some of the major issues arise throughout the year. Changing of the seasons is something that homeowners certainly have to prepare for. […]
FOUR TIPS TO KEEP YOUR COOL (LITERALLY) THIS SUMMER
Summer is here, and with it come those hot, sticky days when all you want to do is sit inside the house. But if your house isn’t cool, those days are going to be even worse for you. Over two-thirds of all homes in the United States have air conditioners, but homeowners often don’t take […]
DON’T MAKE THINGS WORSE DOING YOUR OWN REPAIRS; WORK WITH A PROFESSIONAL HVAC COMPANY
Heating and cooling accounts for approximately 48% of the energy used in the average U.S. home. Without proper HVAC units, living in extremely hot or cold areas would be detrimental. Roughly two-thirds of all U.S. homes have air conditioning units inside. In East Tennessee, this summer has provided consecutive days of temperatures over 90 degrees […]
WHY DOES MY HOME NEED A STANDBY GENERATOR?
Last week’s violent storms reminded us all that our electrical grid is vulnerable to disruptions by lightning strikes, downed trees and other causes. Over 33,000 residences were without power in the Knoxville Utility Board service area in the storms’ aftermath. Most homes served by KUB saw power restored within 36 hours after the storms passed. […]
TO DIY OR NOT TO DIY? 3 GOOD REASONS YOU SHOULD NEVER TRY TO DIY HVAC REPAIRS
DIY projects can be a fun way to challenge yourself to something new. Whether it’s painting a desk or crafting your own wall art, DIY is an adventure. Despite the vast number of projects that fall into the DIY category, there are some things that you should never attempt to do if you’re not a […]
How Your AC Can Help with Your Air Quality and Allergies
If you’re someone who suffers from seasonal allergies, just know that there are millions of people around the world suffering with you. Many people don’t realize this, but your air conditioner can help control the air quality and humidity in your home, therefore helping you control your allergies and air quality inside your home. Here […]
IF YOUR CAR DESERVES REGULAR TUNE-UPS, WHY DOESN’T YOUR AIR CONDITIONER?
Some engineered systems are designed to “run to failure,” meaning they are allowed to operate until they fail, and then they undergo maintenance. But for most engineered systems we deal with in everyday life, “run to failure” is an expensive option. Instead, we perform preventive maintenance on them, checking their operating efficiency, correcting any problems […]
WHY YOU SHOULDN’T WAIT UNTIL THE COLD SETS IN TO TUNE UP YOUR FURNACE
Many Americans enjoy the gentle chill of the autumn weather when it’s too cold to run the air conditioning, but not quite cold enough to relish in the warmth of the furnace. However, waiting until the last minute to turn on your heating system can be a problem. Your HVAC system should be checked at […]