4 Signs of Impending A/C Replacement

If the air conditioner in your Kansas City area home seems to ineffectively cool your home evenly or doesn’t seem to be providing the comfort that it once did, it may be time to consider a replacement. While many problems can be repaired by your HVAC technician, here are four signs that you may want to consider an A/C replacement: No longer cooling. You may be …

Seal and Caulk Air Leaks Before Summer’s End

Weatherizing your Kansas City area home means preparing it to withstand the extreme outdoor temperature fluctuations. The best step is to seal and caulk air leaks that allow conditioned air to escape outdoors. This will save substantial energy when cooling and heating, and reduce gas and electric bills. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that unsealed drafts can waste anywhere from 5 to 30 …

Protect Your HVAC System from Renovation Dust and Debris

Any amount of dust, dirt or debris is not good for your HVAC system. A relatively small amount of foreign dirt and debris can do serious harm. To prevent any damage from trapped dirt, please follow these important steps to protect your HVAC system.  Whether you are   renovating or adding on to your home, you will find these tips helpful in making your HVAC …

A Solar HVAC System Has Many Benefits — Learn Which Ones Will Apply to Your Home

Solar HVAC system technology has been advancing rapidly in the past few years. Simply put, a solar HVAC system harnesses the sun’s energy using photovoltaic (PV) cells to power your heating and cooling system. The PV panels are typically mounted on the roof of the home, the south side being preferable. Two main types of systems are grid-tied and stand-alone. …

Costly Energy-Saving Myths

As temperatures around the Kansas City area heat up and utility bills roll in, homeowners continue to look for ways to reduce consumption and spending, while still keeping cool. Here are some energy-saving myths you’ll want to avoid, along with some advice on what really works. Myth: Cranking down the thermostat will cool your home faster. Fact: Unless your A/C …

Considering a New Cooling System? Know the Benefits of Multi-Stage Cooling

One of the more recent improvements to central cooling systems is multi-stage cooling. This type of equipment offers many benefits in our particular climate, since it’s the combination of humidity and warm temperatures that makes homes so uncomfortable. These systems run at multiple speeds instead of the normal high-speed only, and provide these benefits: Reduced energy consumption. Because these systems run …

An HVAC Service Agreement Means Having Your Handyman on Speed Dial

Having an HVAC service agreement in place with an experienced provider is a great way to make sure that your home’s heating and cooling systems keep performing at their best. A service contract will usually offer benefits such as: Faster service calls Routine maintenance tune-ups Lower utility bills Faster Service Calls With an HVAC service agreement, when you do have a …

3 Everyday Steps to Clear the Air in Your Home

  Dust, dirt and other airborne particulates are a constant annoyance for many Kansas City area homeowners. But because they are constantly introduced into your household, they aren’t something that can be completely eliminated. All is not lost, however; there are some things you can do to get a handle on the situation and clear the air in your home. Seal air leaks …