Summer is here, and as the temperatures rise, so do the amount of tasks on your to-do list. Between keeping the lawn mowed, touching up the stain on your deck, and chauffeuring the kids between camps, your HVAC’s annual maintenance appointment can easily be forgotten about. No big deal, right? Wrong.
Improve the Efficiency of Your Gas Furnace with These Helpful Tips
Even though a gas furnace is one of the most economical appliances you can use to heat your home, you might be able to lower your cost of home heating even more with these simple tips. Besides saving money, improving furnace efficiency can help extend its lifespan and make it run more safely. Keep it Clean Inspecting your air filter monthly and changing it when …
Common HVAC Terms All Homeowners Should Be Familiar With
Your HVAC system is one of the most important investments you’ll make in your Overland Park home. To prevent breakdowns and to ensure it operates as efficiently as possible, the U.S. Department of Energy recommends scheduling annual pre-season maintenance appointments. By learning some common HVAC terms, you’ll be able to communicate better with your contractor and play a more active …
Help Your Cooling System Be More Efficient This Summer
Cooling costs are the single largest energy expense in most homes during the summer months, but there are a lot of ways you can save. A few simple adjustments can help your A/C be more efficient and save you a bundle on your energy bills this summer. Change your air filter. Dirty air filters count for a lot of ineffeciency, …
Why the A/C Filter Holds the Key to the System’s Performance
If you’ve ever experienced a head cold, you know how difficult it can be to breathe when your sinuses are congested. The same holds true for your A/C filter. When it gets congested, your cooling and heating system has to work harder to produce the same effects. Overworking the system reduces the amount of time it will work effectively and …
How Annual Maintenance Benefits Your HVAC System
An HVAC system is a very important part of any home and one that needs to be properly taken care of so that you can get the most out of it. Annual maintenance is key to making sure it stays working efficiently and that you won’t be surprised by any sudden breakdowns. It can also help extend its lifespan so …