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…
Green Tips for Energy Efficiency (in Your Home)
To celebrate Earth Day, we’ve put together a list of green tips for energy efficiency in your home. The most useful ways to save on your utility bills – and help the environment. All of these tips are simple DIY projects that can be done in the span of a few hours. Like all…
Energy-Saving Tips for Older Homes
Are you looking for energy-saving tips for older homes? Living in an older or historic home definitely has its charms. Distinctive living spaces created for specific activities and a more thoughtful overall design approach make them desirable in today’s cookie-cutter climate. Before the mid twentieth century, interior architecture was designed for comfort without the benefit…
Keeping a Cool Home – Without Air Conditioning (Proactive Shading)
Thought much about keeping a cool home – without air conditioning? Try a little “proactive shading…” An Oklahoma summer can be pretty brutal. By August the temps can rise into the triple digits – along with your cooling bill. But there are several things that you can do to help lower cooling costs and, until…
How Much Do You Know About Your Ductwork?
How much do you know about your ductwork? If you are having new ducts installed, damaged ones repaired, or dirty ones cleaned, it’s important to know how they work and the different options on the market. Even if you’re not having problems with your ductwork, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with them…
Is Your HVAC Prepared for Spring Weather?
The rainy season is upon us, OKC! Is your HVAC prepared for spring weather? An Oklahoma spring is even more unpredictable than winter. Cold snaps that reach below freezing, electrical storms that bring hail and power outages – and that crazy wind that comes sweeping down the plain can all cause plenty of damage…
Spring Vacation Maintenance: Things to do Before Leaving Home
Are you planning a trip to coincide with your kids’ spring break? Maybe you simply plan an annual getaway this time of year? If you are thinking about leaving home for an extended period this season, there are a few home maintenance procedures that you should consider. To make sure that your vacation is…
How Is Your Indoor Air Quality, OKC?
While spring is right around the corner, Oklahoma homes are still primarily shut up tight as we wait out the transitional weeks of early spring. (We all know there’s bound to be one more random freeze!) Having the house closed tight all winter helps to lower utility bills, but a lack of ventilation can…
Are Duct Leaks Compromising Your HVAC’s Efficiency, OKC?
Is your HVAC running efficiently? Are there certain rooms that don’t cool or heat as quickly as they used to? Maybe there are suspicious hot or cold spots in your home? You might be dealing with leaky air ducts. Keeping your home comfortable and your utility bills low are an essential part of any…
Benefits of HVAC Maintenance
Is it really worth buying an annual maintenance plan for your HVAC? This is a question that Oklahoma homeowners have been asking their service technicians for years. Why should someone worry about maintenance when they’ve just purchased a new unit? Or if they rarely have any problems with their older model, why care about scheduling…
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…
The Importance of Indoor Ventilation in OKC Homes
Does your home have proper ventilation? Like most homes in the Oklahoma City area, yours is probably locked up tight during the winter months. This leaves much of the ventilation responsibility up your whole house system. But is it enough? It is vital that the air in your home is well ventilated and free of…