Expert Tips

The next time your HVAC system turns on, listen to the process. When either your furnace or air conditioner starts to run, you’ll likely hear a lot of power rushing into the unit to begin the process. A whoosh of power moves in and moves the various parts into action.  That much power rushing in … Continued

Your HVAC is one of the most essential systems in your home. Without it, the air supply wouldn’t be adequately conditioned in the summer and winter, and indoor air quality might impact your health.  When HVAC is installed, it’s designed to function according to the current requirements inside your home. Over the years, your goals … Continued

Imagine the hottest day of the summer. The temperatures climb – 95, 96, 97. This is the worst possible time for an air conditioner to freeze up. And yet it happens quite frequently.  A freeze up occurs when ice forms on the outside of the unit. With central air conditioners, the system can also freeze … Continued

Your furnace is designed to keep your home warm throughout the cold winter months.  So why is there a puddle of water on the floor when you walk into your furnace room?  In most cases, moisture on the floor isn’t a big deal. However, it is a sign that it’s time to call in an … Continued

Did you know that you can save up to ten percent on your energy bills just by keeping your thermostat lowered? Yup! By keeping your home seven to ten degrees cooler for eight hours a day, you can save quite a bit of money. But with your busy life, it can be hard to remember … Continued

Want to ensure your home is always a comfortable, safe, efficient place to live? Pay attention to how the four major home systems work together … and schedule home maintenance to ensure they are always working at their best.  The four major home systems include: Cooling Your home’s cooling system works by using a refrigerant … Continued

When you think about your HVAC system, you might think about heating and cooling. After all, your furnace and air conditioner’s main jobs are to keep you comfortable no matter what the temperatures are like outside.  But did you know your HVAC also has a big impact on the air you breathe?  In the middle … Continued

Summer is a beautiful time in Colorado: long evenings in the park with your friends and family, going to baseball games, and hikes in the mountains. Winters are beautiful too: ski trips to the mountains and watching the falling snow from inside your home. But as beautiful as Colorado is year-round, it’s also one of … Continued

You’ve stopped the mail. Ensured the sprinkler system is working. Double checked your reservations. And you’re off – it’s vacation time! But what about your AC unit? Your utility bill has been creeping higher each month. Maybe this is a way to save. While you’re away on vacation, should you turn your air conditioner off? … Continued

Refrigerant is a chemical compound used in your residential air conditioning system that absorbs the heat around it and returns it as cooled air as it moves through compressors and evaporators.  While air conditioners have been around for decades, how they work has changed slightly over the years. Air conditioners require refrigerant, but the refrigerant … Continued