As fall turns to winter, your thermostat will turn from cool to heat. For many, this will come with the realization that it may be time to call the furnace repair person when their heater fails to start on that first cold morning. Even if your heater seems to be running fine, there are a few things you should look out for to see if perhaps a tech visit should be in your future as well. Read More»
If you live in an extremely cold area that has no access to natural gas lines, then you probably use an oil boiler system to heat your house. These systems feature oil tanks that typically hold between one hundred and several hundred gallons of oil. If your house is located in an area where drainage is considered good or normal, then your oil tank may be secured underneath the earth. However, wet soil conditions may mean an exposed outdoor oil tank. Read More»
There are many issues that could cause your central air conditioning system to perform poorly. One of these issues involves the phenomenon known as “short cycling.” If left unchecked, short cycling not only keeps your A/C system from cooling your home effectively, but it can also shorten its lifespan. The following offers an in-depth explanation of short cycling, as well as ways you can diagnose and solve this problem. How Short Cycling Affects Your Air Conditioner Read More»