Popular Home Heating Myths

When the weather becomes frigid, homeowners will do just about anything to keep their homes comfortable and toasty. There are numerous home heating tips floating around the internet that appear to make sense in the most basic sense, however, some of these so-called “tips” are actually myths and may increase monthly heating costs. We’ve gathered…

How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

  Every year, nearly 20,000 people take a trip to the emergency room due to carbon monoxide poisoning. CO poisoning can be fatal to anyone – pets, children, and adults. This colorless, odorless gas is commonly referred to as the “silent killer” because it’s essentially undetectable without a carbon monoxide detector. Most often, CO poisoning…

Lower Heating Costs with These 5 Easy Tips

  Even though October is looking like it’s going to err on the warmer side, come November you’ll want to have your furnace up and running. If you’re like most homeowners, though, you might be hesitant to turn on the heat, because it seems as if heating costs are always on the rise. This week,…

Winter Storm Preparation

  We’re not even a week into the fall season and we’re already experiencing a drop in temperatures. The drop might be slight, but it’s a drop nonetheless. And we don’t know about you, but we’re ready for more! Even though we’ve still got a ways to go before the temperatures drop below the 70s,…

Do You Need a Furnace Replacement? Pay Attention to These 5 Signs

  Not sure if you need a furnace replacement? Without your furnace, your home would not be a comfortable respite. Day after day, it works to provide you with heat so that you can keep warm and cozy all winter long. We all know how brutal OKC winters can be, so it’s critical that you…

4 Reasons to Schedule Your Fall Furnace Tune-Up

Have you scheduled your furnace tune-up yet? Fall is just a few short weeks away, but that hasn’t stopped some of you from celebrating early by drinking your first Starbucks PSL of the season. If pumpkin spice lattes aren’t exactly your thing, celebrate the cooler weather by scheduling your fall furnace tune-up! You might be…

Spring Furnace Maintenance

  Performing maintenance on your furnace is probably not foremost on your mind this spring. But working on your heating system during the off-season, when the temperatures are mild and the unpredictable Oklahoma weather keeps you indoors, definitely has its advantages. Why not schedule a quiet spring weekend for some easy spring furnace maintenance? Modern…

Gas Furnace Basics: What Type Should You Buy?

  How is your gas furnace holding up over the long winter? If it’s not running as efficiently as it used to, you might be contemplating getting a new one. But are you familiar with the different types are that are on the market? Understanding the differences of each will help you decide what model…

Winter Home Safety Tips for Oklahoma City Homeowners

It’s winter again in Oklahoma, which means you need to be prepared for everything from blizzards to ice storms (not to mention our year-round earthquakes). While we can’t help you with the next 4.0 magnitude tremor, we can get you prepared for the next frigid front of inclement weather. Taking the Heat Heating is the…

What Are Ice Dams and How Can You Prevent Them?

We’re expecting a lot of ice dam-related insurance claims in the next week as Oklahoma City gets hit with a cold blast of wintry weather. While icicles are pretty, ice dams are another thing. What is an Ice Dam? If you live in an area that experiences heavy snowfall most winters, then you are probably…

12 Winterization Tips for Oklahoma City Homes

Winter is here. It’s 2016. Start the new year strong with some new homeowner habits. Put in some work now with these winterization tips to save money and energy all year long. Not only will you improve your home’s efficiency, but you will also create a safer and more comfortable home for you and your…

Heating Safety Tips for the Holidays or Yule Be Sorry

Christmas should be a time of joyous celebration with family and friends. Unfortunately, it’s also the most common time of year for home fires. With home heating fires being the leading cause of home fire deaths in Oklahoma, it’s especially important to remain vigilant this winter. In fact, “Space Heaters are the Second Leading Cause…