You can’t go into a hardware or home improvement store without seeing an array of high-tech gadgets that allow you to operate everything from your security system to lighting, plumbing, and of course, your HVAC system. For many of these devices, the appeal is convenience, but this convenience comes at a price. But one […]
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Most people look forward to spring and summer, with the longer days, warmer temperatures, and landscapes turning green everywhere. However, blooming trees, shrubs and grasses means allergies for many people, making the warmer months absolutely miserable with runny noses, itchy eyes, and constant sneezing. Fortunately for allergy sufferers, air purification can help. In tandem with […]
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Hot Texas summers mean increased energy usage as you turn up the AC, so you will want to find ways to keep your electric bills down. The following five pointers should help you decrease electricity costs this summer. 1. Improved Insulation You might think insulation in your walls and attic is just for keeping warm, […]
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Spring means warmer days, and that will mean the air conditioning is coming on in homes throughout the Dallas area. After a long winter of disuse, not to mention a full summer’s worth of heavy usage prior, your AC may need a quick checkup to make sure it’s in full working order. Barring breakdowns or […]
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Your home climate control system—including heating, air conditioning, the ductwork, and the insulation of the building itself—is designed to keep the inside air as pure and clean as possible, all while regulating the temperature. Among other things, this means keeping moisture and humidity out. If there is water dripping from the registers (air vents), there […]
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Temperatures are already on the rise and soon we’ll start to experience the sweltering temperatures of a Texas spring and summer. Your air conditioner will likely see some heavy usage, and that can mean high energy bills. However, there are ways to keep those costs down and still stay cool in Dallas. These tips may […]
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If your heating system doesn’t seem to be doing its job, there could very well be something wrong with it. Then again, it could be something fairly superficial—and quite easy to fix—that’s keeping it from working as it should. Before calling for heating repair in Plano or elsewhere around North Texas, here are a few […]
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When it comes to A/C repair, Plano, TX has a variety of options, and with good reason—this place gets absolutely blistering during the summer months. Before the temperatures rise, you’ll want to know who to call in case something goes wrong with your air conditioner. So how do you find the best person for the […]
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Smart thermostats, Wi-Fi thermostats, digital thermostats—these new technologies utilize smartphone apps in order to help regulate your home’s temperature while also saving energy. They offer a level of convenience that has never before been seen in home heating and cooling, so they can make a large difference in your energy consumption. Features of Thermostat […]
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It’s cold outside and folks are turning up the heat by using portable space heaters. The U.S. Product Safety Commission estimates that each year, over 25,000 home fires and 300 deaths are linked to the use of space heaters. Additionally, an estimated 6,000 people are treated in emergency rooms each year for contact burns from […]
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