Author: Paul B.

Thermostat setting recommendation from the DOE

I have a friend who always has visitors over. She lives in a state that attracts a lot of tourists. Her house also has a large patio and a swimming pool, so it’s perfect for a mini-vacation. Since I live in the north, my house doesn’t have a pool. I don’t even have a yard […]

Need help with air duct cleaning

Heating and cooling systems technicians are highly-trained professionals who know how to thoroughly clean vent ducts. While it is possible to do this yourself, it is generally not recommended. Heating and cooling companies have the necessary tools and devices to do the task right, and they also back their work with a warranty, in case […]

The much-needed rest after sports

I will try to take more natural pain relievers, like tumeric, when the pain spikes, so that my liver and kidneys don’t get overloaded. Tonight, instead of playing sports, I’ve decided to play my drums. My knees have been in pain for a while. The culprit? Playing too often. I have 55-year-old knees, and they […]

Disappearing onto the Internet for a bit

As the weather starts to cool down, are you considering turning on your furnace or air conditioner? Great, but before you do, you may want to consider replacing your outdated, filthy air filter with a new HEPA filter. HEPA filters are designed to remove 99.97-percent of airborne particles, making them an excellent choice for sufferers […]

A nice nap to relax and re-energize

I have a problem with my feet aching when it is cold, and I am even thinking about getting some radiant floors installed, if the price is in our range What’s more pleasing than coming in from the cold to a warm, cozy house? And on a day like today, when the snow is falling […]

It’s time to get my heating and cooling system serviced

As the weather starts to get colder, it’s time to get my furnace inspected. I called a heating and cooling systems contractor, and they sent a specialist out to take a look at our system. He inspected the air handler, compressor, and thermostat. The specialist reported that everything looked great and that our system was […]

Calling an HVAC contractor for maintenance

As the weather gets colder, are you considering turning on your furnace for the first time in months? Before you do, it’s important to make sure that your heating system is in good working order. One way to do this is to call a professional heating and cooling systems contractor for heating maintenance. A trained […]