The National Weather Service in Birmingham, AL issued a Wind Chill Warning & Advisory this morning that is set to last through Saturday morning. Cold air and windy conditions could result in wind chills as low as 5 below zero. Since that’s unusual for our part of the country, we…
Every time you step outside, you’re exposed to not-so-healthy air pollution. Unfortunately, the air in your home may be just as bad. In fact, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), scientific evidence gathered over the last several years suggests that air inside homes and buildings can be more seriously…
Common causes behind HVAC fires Although HVAC systems are designed to make our homes more comfortable and livable, especially during those hot summer days, if not cared for, they can become a fire hazard. Since October is Fire Prevention Month, we thought it seemed appropriate to take a look at…
It’s official, fall has arrived and while the calendar says it's so, it doesn’t quite feel like Autumn yet. That said, it won’t be too long before the chill creeps in and we find ourselves craving pumpkin spice, decorating with gourds, and enjoying the respite from the summer heat. Before…
With the way gas prices are fluctuating and the cost of groceries is going up, most of us are looking for ways to economize. Since home heating and cooling systems often consume the most energy in houses and can cost a lot to repair, it only makes sense to keep…
Did you know that an easy way to keep your air conditioning performing at its best is to make sure that it can breathe? Yes, just as we inhale oxygen and release carbon monoxide, the condenser (the outside part of your HVAC system) performs a similar job. It “inhales’ air…