Category: Home Safety
Prevent Plumbing Disasters This Winter
Nothing is worse than pulling out your wallet to pay for a repair, aware that it could have been avoided. When it comes to your plumbing system, potential problems can simmer and remain undiscovered until causing a disaster. Awareness of these potential issues will allow you to take action in advance and save yourself the
New Year’s Resolutions for your Home
2021 is here and everyone is busy getting started on their New Year’s resolutions. But do not forget that your home might need a few resolutions as well! Make your home feel shiny and new again by following these home maintenance New Year’s resolutions. Clean Your Dryer Vent Cleaning your dryer vent is an easy
Holiday HVAC To-DON’T List
When it comes to your HVAC system, your “to-don’t” list is just as important as your to-do list. Avoiding these common mistakes and poor habits can help prevent stress related to your HVAC system. Here are the top six activities to put on your HVAC “to-don’t” list this holiday season. Crank up the heat It
Is Your Furnace Working Too Hard?
As the temperature begins to drop, it is important to make sure your furnace is prepared for the cold months ahead. Neglecting routine maintenance causes your furnace to work harder than it should which can lead to inconvenient breakdowns and pricey repairs. Here are a few maintenance tips for your furnace to make sure it
5 Reasons to Avoid DIY Plumbing
Doing your own repairs (and even some upgrades) around the house can be a rewarding process. Even if you struggle through it, the end result is all yours. Plumbing, however, is a different story. Instead of a rewarding experience, you could find yourself in some hot water (or living with none at all). Here are
Why Water Heaters Fail (And How to Prevent It)
No one likes cold showers, especially during the winter. Here are six of the most common reasons water heaters fail and ways you can minimize this risk. Sediment buildup in tank Over time, small particles and dissolved contents in your water supply collect inside your tank. Regular maintenance includes flushing the tank at least once
Sources of Energy Waste and How to Fix Them
The first step when solving a problem is to identify it. Your energy use is no different. To save energy, you need to first figure out where it is being wasted. Here are the six most common reasons why your HVAC system is consuming more energy than it should and how to fix them. Inefficient
COVID-19 Update: UV-C Systems Shown to Inactivate SARS-CoV-2
UV-C systems shown to inactivate more than 99.99% of SARS-CoV-2 (the virus which causes COVID-19) within 0-2 seconds. Results of Independent Phase-1 lab testing support the effectiveness of germicidal UV-C lights installed in HVACR systems and their effectiveness in eliminating the virus which causes COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) COLLINSVILLE, Ill. —Fresh-Aire UV, a world-leader in HVAC ultraviolet
Preparing your Furnace for Winter
Winter will be here before you know it, so one of your top priorities should be making sure your furnace is ready for the cold. Take care of any problems now so you will be spared from the freezing consequences later. Here are some things to address this fall to help prevent an unexpected shutdown
Is a Humidifier the Right Choice for Your Home?
When it comes to comfort, your home’s temperature is only one part of the picture. The amount of moisture in the air is just as important. The humidity level inside your home affects comfort but, more importantly, it affects your health. Installing a humidifier is one of the best ways to keep your home’s humidity
