Anyone who has spent much time in Kansas City knows how uncomfortable the humidity can be. But many people may not realize that high levels of humidity can also wreak havoc on your home as well as your health.
Banish Summer Humidity with a Whole House Dehumidifier
Summers in Kansas City are notoriously hot, with temperatures often reaching into the triple digits. And this summer has been no exception. But with all of the rain Kansas City has received recently, the humidity levels have skyrocketed, making the weather even more miserable than usual. While you can’t do much to make the outdoor air more tolerable, you can …
What You Should Know About the R-22 Refrigerant Phase-Out
Summer is right around the corner and the temperatures and humidity levels are on the rise. If you have an older air conditioner, you may have some decisions to make before you start it up for the season. If your AC system has developed leaks, you may need to decide if you should have it recharged with more refrigerant or …
Combating Humidity is Crucial to Surviving Kansas City Summers
Anyone who has spent any time in Kansas City in the summer knows the weather can be brutal. Temperatures often reach the triple digits, and with the high humidity, the heat index reaches even higher. The recent extreme summer weather we’ve experienced has been no exception. While the high temperatures can be uncomfortable, the high humidity is the real trouble …
Control Humidity Throughout Your Home with a Lennox Healthy Climate Whole-Home Dehumidifier
Humidity is a staple of summer weather in Kansas City. It makes the already sweltering heat feel even warmer and leaves you feeling constantly sticky. But excessive humidity isn’t restricted to the summer. Humidity can spike in the early morning and evening hours, in the spring and fall, and even on rainy days. Even daily tasks you perform, such as …
Keep Cool without Going Broke with the Lennox XC20 Air Conditioner
With the extreme heat and humidity Kansas City experiences during the summer, air conditioning is a must. The trick becomes maintaining a comfortable climate without breaking the bank. The XC20 air conditioner from Lennox can help you do just that. The XC20 balances temperature, humidity, and energy savings to offer improved comfort with lower utility bills. It’s the perfect air …
KCP&L is Offering Air Conditioning Upgrade Rebates to Missouri Customers
The sweltering heat of summer in Kansas City will be here before we know it. As the mercury rises, air conditioning becomes less of a luxury and more of a necessity. But keeping your home comfortable, or even tolerable, can be a drain on your bank account. If you are a Missouri KCP&L customer, KCP&L’s Air Conditioning Upgrade Rebate Program …
It’s On the Inside that Counts — The Innerworkings of an HVAC System
Many modern homes are equipped with a combined heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system to meet the comfort needs of the household throughout the entire year. By understanding the innerworkings of an HVAC system, homeowners can gain valuable knowledge of how one system can keep their home cool in the summer and warm in the winter while using the …
Planning Some Vacation Time Away From Home This Summer? Make a Home Prep List Before You Go
Many homeowners don’t realize that making a home prep list before they leave on vacation can give you real peace of mind while you are away. Here are some ways to prepare your home mechanical equipment when you’re planning time away this summer:
Air Conditioning Season Is Just Around The Corner: Think Efficiency If You’re Ready To Upgrade
Today’s air conditioning equipment is far more efficient than older systems. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) states that a new central A/C can be 20-40 percent more efficient than one that’s just 10 years old. Considering how much heat and humidity Kansas City residents cope with during the cooling season, replacing your old A/C with a new system will …