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The Forgotten, Not So Secret Ingredient

I quickly became the “go-to” guy asked to visit clients after they had an experience like the one described so I could “make it better”. Why was I received so well and not my colleagues?  Why was I the one who had clients demanding only me in their home?  My former employers asked these questions of me only to brush …

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Home’s duct systems as essential as that jolt of joe

I’ve become aware, sometimes painfully aware, that not all cups of coffee are created equal. Though sometimes I can look at the coffee and see something is off, it usually isn’t until it hits my taste buds that I realize all is not right with my cup of joe. And the cheaper the coffee, the more often I’m disappointed with …

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You Can Make Your AC Last Forever, almost.

So how long should a home air conditioner last?  If I was paid a nickel every time I was asked this question … well that would be a silly way to make money.  So, how long should your air conditioner last?  Like most life advice, a black and white answer doesn’t exist and here in Tampa, Florida, I’ve replaced 30+ …

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9 Simple Tips For Great Indoor Air Quality

Don’t Smoke Indoors– Any combustion smoke is bad for indoor air quality, but the chemicals and other particles released from tobacco smoke makes for poor air quality AND coats the indoor air conditioning components like your coil with damaging substances. When cooking, use your exhaust fan– the kitchen exhaust fan, when vented outdoors, allows you to get rid of particulates, …

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Are You Doing It Unprotected?

Surge Protection and Start Assist are the 2 easiest add-on’s for your home’s air conditioner to protect and prolong it’s life. Get your entire AC system (inside and out) protected with professionally installed and serviced lightning and surge protection NOW for only:  $268 Also add a BOOST to your compressor for easier starting and extended life NOW for only: $132 …

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Why Is My New Air Conditioner Disappointing Me?

7 Reasons New ACs Do Not Perform Buying a new air conditioner can be daunting, knowing these key items can help you prevent disappointment. Ensure the duct system is designed and installed correctly.  Ultimately, in a home, the purpose of an AC is to make us comfortable.  If the duct system is not sized or balanced correctly, the right air will …

How can I make sure I’m hiring the right AC contractor?

Steps To Picking The Right AC Contractor Taking care of a home is one of the hardest things we do in our day to day lives. From the support beams in the roof to the plumbing in the basement, we need to be able to always look for ways to repair our home. So, when it comes to the air …

How can I keep my electric bill down?

Benefits of Having a High Efficiency AC Unit For Your Home These days having an air conditioning unit that isn’t efficient can end up costing you much more than the unit and its services are worth to you and your family. New AC units on the market today are more efficient than ever before. They take less energy to power, …

How can I keep my home cool?

Tips On Keeping Your Home Cool Exercising ways in which to keep your home cooler is very efficient. The more efficient you are in cooling your home, the more money and energy you will save. The tips below provide tips on keeping your home cool. Wait until Evening: Running a clothes dryer, dishwasher, and oven can cause the home to …

Is Your Home Well Insulated?

Sufficient Insulation is Essential to Save Money on Energy Costs this Winter! If you didn’t already know, October is National Energy Awareness Month. Now is the time to get your home ready for the upcoming winter months. Homeowners should make small changes and other things to help save energy, reduce energy waste and save money on electric bills. Although October …