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It’s a common question that we hear often: what’s the right temperature for my home? The answer is relatively straightforward but has some room for interpretation. This is because there are multiple factors to consider, and when it comes down to it, everyone has a different definition of “right” when…

The sweltering summers add enough heat to your home as it is, which is why it’s important to ensure you’re not doing anything to make things even hotter. Without even realizing it, you may be adding several degrees onto the temperature of your home through various household activities. Here are…

If you’re in the market for a new air conditioner, you’ve probably seen one acronym pop up time and time again in product listings, reviews, and more: SEER. SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. In other words, it’s a unit of measurement that quantifies the energy efficiency of your air…

Many handy and not-so-handy homeowners choose to take some plumbing maintenance and repairs into their own hands. While it’s great to know you can rely on yourself when it comes to small problems, it’s important to make sure you steer clear of common plumbing mistakes that could end up costing…

If the compressor is the heart of an air conditioner, then refrigerant is the blood. That is to say, you can’t have a working air conditioner without refrigerant. Despite the important role it plays in the cooling cycle, many homeowners may not know much about refrigerant unless they’re dealing with…

You press a button on your thermostat, and cold air flows into your home. For many homeowners, that’s where the knowledge of your air conditioner begins and ends. But, a lot happens in those crucial moments between the time you turn on the thermostat and when air starts flowing. The…

The cold air that blows out of your air conditioner may not always smell so nice. While some smells are warning signs for much bigger problems, others are relatively harmless. Here’s an overview of common air conditioner smells, what they mean, and what you can do about them. Rotten egg…

Whether you’re looking to address bad taste, foul smells, or hard water, there’s a water treatment system that’s right for your home. Knowing which ones are available and how they work is an important step towards ensuring that you have healthy water throughout your home, no matter where you live.…

A toilet that won’t stop running may not be dangerous, but it can be annoying. It’s also a huge waste of water and money—a waste that’s sure to be reflected on your monthly water bill. The good news is, in most cases, a running toilet can be fixed without the…

From energy efficiency to general reliability, today’s air conditioners are working better than ever due to the newest innovations and improvements that manufacturers have brought to the forefront in recent years. As air conditioners age, they become less effective and more prone to emergency breakdowns. If your air conditioner is…