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Why Do I Have the Hottest Room in the House?
Do you have a one-bedroom in your home that never seems to cool properly? This can be extremely uncomfortable, especially when you’re trying to sleep well through the night. As it turns out, there are several reasons why individual rooms don’t cool properly. So today we’re going to help answer
What Makes a High Efficiency Gas Furnace so Efficient?
It might be common knowledge that high-efficiency furnaces can significantly lower your heating bills, but do you know what makes them capable of saving so much energy? Today we’re going to answer that question by talking about some of the most common components of a high-efficiency gas furnace! What makes
Jerry Kelly Gives Back
We tend to think of November as the month of Thanksgiving – the month of Black Friday and Cyber Monday – the beginning of the holiday season. But another important November milestone is “Giving Tuesday” which falls on November 27th. It’s a good time to think about giving at the
Why is My Pilot Light Flame Yellow Instead of Blue?
Although homes with newer furnaces most likely use electronic ignitions, there are still many homes in the St. Louis area with older systems that use a conventional standing pilot light. Owners of these systems should be aware of a common issue that will prevent their furnaces from working properly and
Hybrid Heating Systems: A Great Heating and Cooling Option for our St. Louis Area Climate
Although heat pumps offer a great way to save energy during the heating season, there are certain times of the year when it’s just too cold outside to efficiently transfer heat indoors. That’s why many heat pump owners in the St. Louis area choose to install a hybrid heating system
How to Reduce the Amount of Dust in Your Home
Excessive dust can be a very annoying problem for St. Louis area homeowners. Not only does it look bad when it accumulates on your home’s furniture, but it can also make your indoor environment very uncomfortable for people who suffer from asthma and allergies. Luckily, there are many ways you
Should Interior Doors Be Open or Closed While My Air Conditioner is Running?
When it comes to saving energy at home, there are a few tips that often get shared that seem like a good idea in theory but don’t work in practice. One example is the idea that you can save energy by closing interior doors to rooms that aren’t in use.
Installing an Air Source Heat Pump this summer? Consider these Features
Although a central air conditioner is the most common type of cooling system found in homes in the St. Louis area, one energy-efficient alternative that’s growing in popularity is an air source heat pump. This type of cooling system is very similar to a central air conditioner, but it is
Why Are Some Rooms in My House Hotter Than Others?
We Have the Answer—And 4 Solutions It’s summertime and you’re watching your favorite TV show in your perfectly chilled family room. You make a quick trip to your bedroom and, as soon as you walk in, you think: ”Whoa! Why is it so hot in here?” Well, you aren’t alone.
Gas Furnace or Electric Furnace? How to Choose
Shopping around for a new or replacement heating system? If so, you might be finding yourself a little surprised, and maybe even overwhelmed. There are tons of heating solutions out there, and it can quite hard to find the best unit for your home if you lack the experience of
Why Does My Furnace Make a Banging Sound When Starting Up?
When your furnace turns on for a heating cycle, does it make a loud BANG or BOOM sound? This can happen for a couple of different reasons, some of which are easy fixes and others that might indicate major safety issues with your system. Today we’re going to talk about
Improve Indoor Air Quality with Household Plants
Indoor air pollutants are among the top 5 risks to public health. You might think the air in your home is clean, but you could be wrong. Stagnant indoor environments create the perfect breeding ground for pollutants to build up in amounts greater than what is generally safe for humans