by Chip | Nov 19, 2019 | Ventilation
Most homeowners don’t give much thought to the ventilation of their homes, but they should, especially when it comes to bathroom ventilation. The bathroom is perhaps the most moisture-laden area of your home — and not in a good way. Residual moisture lingers in...
by Chip | Nov 14, 2019 | Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
Smoke smells can ruin your enjoyment of your home. The acrid smell of smoke, be it from tobacco, cooking/burning food, burning candles, or from a house fire is hard to ignore — and even harder to get rid of. Some homeowners resort to air fresheners in an attempt to...
by Chip | Nov 12, 2019 | HVAC
A glance at real estate listings shows that high ceilings are an asset that add resale value to a home. They also enhance aesthetics, opening up the indoor environment and creating the effect of spaciousness. However, what effect does a ceiling above the standard...
by Chip | Nov 7, 2019 | Thermostats
If you have elderly people in your home or you’re responsible for some elder person’s well-being, you have to pay close attention to your Indianapolis home temperature in summer and winter. Elderly people are unable to regulate their body temperatures as...
by Chip | Nov 5, 2019 | Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
Scent can enhance the feelings of coziness and nostalgia that people usually experience during Thanksgiving. Unfortunately, the paraffin wax candles and aerosols we use also introduce harmful chemicals into indoor air. But never fear, because the recipe below will...
by Chip | Oct 29, 2019 | HVAC
In your quest to improve the performance and efficiency of your HVAC equipment, you’re likely to come across the idea of using an HVAC diffuser at some point. If you have no idea what this is, don’t worry. We’re here to provide you with information...
by Chip | Oct 24, 2019 | Plumbing
A plumbing checkup is a good idea in any season. But, it’s especially timely as winter approaches. When cold weather arrives, certain stresses on your plumbing increase considerably. Because most plumbing in a house is difficult to access and not frequently examined...
by Chip | Oct 22, 2019 | Humidity
Indianapolis, like most of the Midwest, tends to be humid, and so do our homes. For most of us, higher levels of humidity in the summer can translate to discomfort, and the need to turn the air conditioner down to feel cooler. In the winter, conditions may feel a bit...
by Chip | Oct 17, 2019 | Air Conditioner
Putting off an A/C repair because the cooling season is over may leave you in a vulnerable position for the upcoming heating season. When your A/C isn’t working as it should, it might indicate a system-wide problem rather than an isolated part. It’s a good idea to act...
by Chip | Oct 15, 2019 | Heating
A hydronic system heats your home using water or steam, which provides some unique advantages. It’s essential to understand these benefits and how they compare to forced air heaters before deciding on installing the system. Here’s more on the pros and cons...
