In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality (IAQ) here in Portland, creating some significant health problems.
Continue ReadingSo, your trusty AC or furnace has finally thrown in the towel. You start researching replacement options and keep running into this thing called a heat pump.
Continue ReadingWhen the temperatures drop in Portland, nothing feels as comfy as turning up the heat and cozying up indoors.
Your furnace works hard to keep your Michigan home toasty, but continuous heating also dries indoor air.
Continue ReadingAre you anticipating a higher heating bill this winter? Here in Portland, temperatures can get pretty low. The only way to ensure you remain perfectly comfortable inside your home is by cranking up the heat.
Continue ReadingOur experts are here to inform you of the many benefits humidifiers offer, as well as ways to better manage the levels of humidity in your home.
Continue ReadingIt’s understandable that home maintenance tasks can fall by the wayside. Many homeowners in Portland, follow the old saying: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Life gets busy, and other priorities tend to creep in each month, eating away at your time and budget.
Continue ReadingThe ALA reports poor indoor air quality can cause or contribute to the development of infections, lung cancer, and chronic lung diseases.
Continue ReadingAs summer approaches in Portland, most residents are all looking to save some pennies wherever possible. So why not start with your costly energy bill? After all, the US Department of Energy says air conditioning can account for 35 to 40 percent of your utility bill.
Continue ReadingRegularly checking and replacing your air filter (at least every 1-3 months) is crucial for optimal AC performance and preventing short cycling.
Continue ReadingThe sound of a well-maintained heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is like a lullaby for a good night’s sleep.
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