The worldwide pandemic situation has made it necessary for many families to spend most of their time at home. Instead of going to school each day, many children have had to cope with attending online classes from their homes. Parents have also been affected, with many experiencing temporary layoffs or being forced to transition from a brick-and-mortar workplace to working from home.
In houses where space was already at a premium, finding enough room for each person’s work or school activities during pandemic-related shutdowns caused many to make changes in their home’s design or layout. Read More»
The blower motor is the heart of your furnace — without it, there is no way that the heated air can be moved throughout your home.
Blower Motor Types
There are two main types of furnace blowers, the direct-drive motor and the belt drive motor. Direct drive motors connect directly to the blower fan, so there are fewer parts between the motor and the fan to break down. This is one of the more common blower motors, particularly in gas fuel furnaces. Read More»
The air conditioning system in your home can struggle to keep the house cool if it is not maintained correctly. There are some common problems that people experience with the system, some of which can be avoided with a little planning and others that are related to wear. In both cases, an AC repair tech can help you correct the issues and show you how to avoid them in the future. Read More»
Has your home’s air conditioning not been working well, and you think that you have a leak in the refrigerant line? If so, it will help to look for the following things to confirm any suspicions you may have.
Warm Air
The first thing that you are going to want to check for is warm air. The air coming out of your vents don’t have to be completely warm to identify a refrigerant leak, since it may be getting warmer in temperature while still cooling down your home. Read More»
Although few people enjoy the experience of dealing with a heating repair, at some point, it makes more sense to just simply replace the unit altogether. Over time, heating repairs can add up to a significant expense, and if your unit is older, you may find that those repair bills are coming more frequently. And, since the average furnace lasts anywhere from 15 to 20 years, replacing your furnace should be something you only do a few times in your entire life. Read More»