It’s starting to cool off as we approach the fall and then the winter. Depending on what part of the country you are in, this time of year is either a blessing or one of the most miserable times of your year. It’s the type of misery that leaves you wishing for summer; although it […]
Author Archives: Billy Pell
Allergens are the Ultimate Burglar
I said it and I’m sticking to it. Allergens are the Ultimate Burglar! What do I mean by this? Well they rob you of a comfortable living situation, they break into your home unwelcomed and completely unnoticed (not even your fancy security system catches them), and they get away with it… time and time and […]
Holmes and Holmes Tests The Duct Sealing Innovation You Need To Know About
So I know it was only 2 weeks ago that we covered the Aeroseal technology but this is too good not to blog about. While Aeroseal is not a brand new technology, it continues to gain awareness and is quickly working its way into the conversation of “a household name”. Holmes and Holmes, the famous […]
Out with the Dust, In with the Fresh Air
I was just cleaning the house this week, you know, the usual… picking things up to dust and sweep around them. It’s the never ending chore of being a homeowner but it got me thinking. Where the heck does all this dust come from in the middle of summer when my windows and doors have […]
Get It Right, Get It Tight: Duct Sealing With A Purpose
I’ll get right to it. Ducts leak 20-30% on average and that is many times even after typical sealing has been completed. The amount of duct leakage worsens as the home ages and typical sealing solutions degrade. There are a few ways to further seal them up but this innovative method takes you beyond mastic […]
Is A Flow Hood Test Right For You?
If you are here then you are probably like most people wondering what a Flow Hood even is. That’s good because knowledge is half the battle. The other half may be that the HVAC contractor you currently use simply doesn’t provide this testing and you never would have known. But after this you will know […]
The Great Thermostat Debate: Always ON or AUTO?
This is one of the biggest debates in the HVAC world. Similar to which brand of truck is the best, should you always run the football on 4th and 1, which came first “the chicken or the egg,” is a hot dog a sandwich, and many other fun debates with differing viewpoints. The two thermostat […]
How To Select The Right Dehumidifier For Your Home
If you couldn’t tell by now, its Summer and this is the time of year that many homeowners are complaining of high humidity in their home. And with good reason. Anyone who has experienced the phenomenon of walking outside and immediately looking and feeling as though they just got out of a pool with all […]
Size Matters: Selecting the Right Unit For Your Home
You have more than likely heard the saying, “bigger is better.” And while it applies to some things, it doesn’t apply to everything. Sure, if you know you are going to be towing things often this might apply as you are better off to get something with a higher towing capacity and not need it […]
The HVAC Checklist for First Time Home Buyers
The first time you purchase a home can be both scary and exciting all at the same time; scary because its a pretty large investment, exciting because its a new chapter in life. Personally, I’ve only purchased one home so far but I could imagine this mix of emotions happens each time you go through […]