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How Do Wifi Thermostats Work?
In the never-ending quest to create better, more efficient comfort, smart home appliances and products have seen massive growth in the past five years. There are now kitchen and hallway floors that light up as you walk across them, stoves that are controlled by smartphone apps, and even fingerprint recognition
What is a Draft Inducer in a Furnace?
Modern-day furnaces have several features that make them more efficient, safe, and powerful than older systems. Many of these features have become standard components of every new furnace, and they now play an integral part in the heating process. One such feature is a draft inducer. Today we’re going to
What is a Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner and when is it a Good Option for Your Home?
Although central air conditioners are the most common types of cooling systems in St. Louis area homes, there are times when you might want to install a separate air conditioner for specific rooms or new additions. In those cases, it might make sense to install a ductless mini-split air conditioner.
Use a Zoned Heating System to Warm the Areas of Your Home That Need it the Most
If you have a central heating unit, have you ever noticed that some parts of your home stay warmer than others? You might be perfectly comfortable in your bedroom but chilly in your bathroom. Or upstairs might be warm while your basement is freezing. Even if you’re using a programmable
What is the Draft Pressure Switch in a Furnace?
Because furnaces are fuel-burning appliances, they contain several different safety mechanisms that monitor the performance of various aspects of your system and shut it down if they detect that something’s wrong. One of those mechanisms, the draft pressure switch, plays a vital role in protecting your home from exposure to
What is a Condensing Furnace and Why is it so Efficient?
If you’re serious about investing in a high-efficiency heating system, a condensing furnace is one of your best options. Condensing furnaces come with the highest AFUE ratings available for gas furnaces and can save St. Louis area homeowners a lot of money over the lifespan of the units. So what
Why is an Indoor Air Cleaner so Effective at Protecting Your Health and Your Air Conditioner?
Installing an indoor air cleaner is perhaps the best step you can take to improve the health of the air in your home. If you don’t have an indoor air cleaner, you might be wondering, “What’s the point of installing an air cleaner if my air conditioner already uses an
How Can Sealing Windows for Winter Improve Furnace Efficiency?
Did you know that windows are the source of some of the biggest energy losses in St. Louis area homes? Although you might think you can block out cold winter air by simply closing your windows, many windows have cracks and openings that allow that air to get inside and
Now is the Time to Think about Scheduling a Furnace Tune-up
Believe it or not, we’ve officially entered fall. And even though you still might be using your air conditioner here and there over the next few weeks, now’s the time to start looking ahead to the heating season! If you want your furnace to be in tip-top shape and ready
Time To Replace Your AC?
Keep Your Cool With These Tips When the mid-summer Missouri heat hits your town, the last thing you need (or want) is for your cooling system to tank. Yet, as we all know, things typically break down at the most inconvenient times. If you’re caught in a heatwave this summer
Recommended Programmable Thermostat Settings for Winter in St. Louis
Programmable thermostats are a great way to have “set-it-and-forget-it” control over the temperature in your home. Instead of having to manually change your furnace’s settings, you can program your thermostat to automatically adjust your home’s temperature during specific times of the day. But do you know what the best programmable
7 Issues that Affect the Energy Efficiency of your Air Conditioner
When St. Louis area homeowners are choosing a new air conditioner for their homes, one of the major deciding factors is the efficiency rating of the unit they choose. But did you know many issues can prevent your air conditioner from performing at its labeled energy efficiency? Today we’re going