Author Archives: Don Weaver

Be On Guard For Powerful Spring Storms

Spring is a time of rebirth and regrowth, but it can also bring powerful storms. Storm preparedness is neither difficult nor expensive, but it will save you money, time and

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The Price Of Freon Is Rising — Is It Time To Retire That Aging Air Conditioner?

The writing has been on the wall for many years regarding refrigerant 22 Freon, better known as R-22. The mainstay air conditioner refrigerant used for four decades, R-22 was discovered

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Problem With Your HVAC System? Your NATE Technician’s On It

Whether you are searching for a reliable contractor for an estimate, servicing your HVAC system, or undertaking new construction, you should require that the contractor you hire is NATE-certified.

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Before Your Duct Cleaning: Eww! After Your Duct Cleaning: Phew!

Maybe you’ve been sneezing more than usual. Maybe your home feels mustier than usual. Or maybe you just can’t figure out why you and your family can’t seem to shake

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Replacing Your A/C: In Addition To The SEER Rating, Consider These Features

When you need to upgrade your air conditioning system, one of the first things that you’ll face is choosing a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rating, which will reveal how

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Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioning: Delivering To Places Where Your Ductwork Won’t Go

You probably don’t spend much time thinking about your air conditioner; if you’re like most homeowners, when you need it, you just turn it on and expect it to work. But

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Electronic Air Cleaning And UV Lights: For That Needed Breather From Spring And Summer Allergies

Anyone with spring or summer allergies knows that finding symptom relief takes priority over everything else. Fortunately, there are ways you can effectively reduce your allergies without taking as many

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Tidying Your Yard? Tend To The Heat Pump Too

The return of spring means the return of yard work for most homeowners. One thing that you might forget, however, is to pay attention to your heat pump when cleaning

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Taking Charge Of Your Warm Weather Energy Bills: 5 Cool Tips

As the hot days of summer draw closer, you may be thinking about the cost of keeping your home cool and comfortable. Air conditioning is a considerable expense.

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With A Maintenance Agreement, You Can Ensure That Your HVAC System Stays In Top Condition

A maintenance agreement on your HVAC system is the best kind of insurance policy there is: The kind that pays you dividends, time and time again, over your lifetime and

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