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…
Early AC Maintenance Tips
While your air conditioner is probably the last thing on your mind this winter, it’s the ideal time to ensure that it’s running properly for the spring and summer. In between the frigid temperatures and ice storms, an ambitious Oklahoma homeowner will take a few hours over the weekend to ensure their system is…
Is it Time to Replace Your HVAC?
Another volatile winter in Oklahoma has most homeowners using their HVAC system round the clock. But is it running efficiently – or have you noticed some changes in its daily operation? Does it take longer to heat up your home? Is it running more frequently? Heating and cooling are the biggest drains on your…
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…
Healthy Humidity Levels During Winter | Humidification Tips
Blog January 15, 2016|ThriveAdmin Book Service Now No Overtime Charges, EVER! One of the biggest problems faced by people in the winter, aside from the frigid weather, is dry air. Little to no humidity in the air can cause dry skin, itchy eyes, and irritated sinuses and throat. Extended exposure to dry air can also…
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…
Furnace Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call a Pro
Starting off the New Year with a furnace that doesn’t provide you and your friends or family with the necessary heat isn’t exactly ideal for anyone. In fact, it could be a huge nuisance, especially if you have people visiting from out of town. Though there might be a greater number of warm bodies in…