Tankless vs. Traditional Water Heaters: Pros, Cons & Costs

A water heater tank installed next to a furnace.

Every household depends on a handful of systems that rarely get the spotlight but quietly shape daily life. The water heater sits high on that list. It’s usually tucked into a basement, garage, or utility closet, out of sight and out of mind. Still, every hot shower, load of laundry, and clean plate after dinner […]

What Is Sewer Gas? Dangers, Smells & How to Stop It Fast

Homeowner holding her nose to prevent smelling sewer gas.

Our sense of smell is a pretty remarkable early warning system. Long before our eyes see a problem or our ears hear it, our noses can tell us something’s not right. That’s why you notice the smoke from a grill before spotting the flames, or catch a whiff of spoiled food before opening the fridge. […]

What Does SEER2 Mean for Your Home’s Cooling Efficiency?

An outdoor AC unit installed along the outside of a house.

If your air conditioner is doing its job, you probably don’t think about it much. It turns on, your house cools down, and everyone’s comfortable. But when things aren’t working right — or when the energy bill starts creeping up — it gets your attention.

Why Is My AC Blowing Warm Air? 7 Possible Causes and Fixes

Woman wiping her sweating forehead while looking at her thermostat settings.

You expect one thing from your air conditioner, especially on those scorching summer afternoons: cold air. That crisp, cool breeze should kick on and turn your home into a comfortable escape from the heat. So, when your air conditioner suddenly starts blowing hot air instead, it’s more than just uncomfortable. It’s frustrating. It catches you […]

Why Is My AC Not Working After a Power Outage?

Woman holding hand to her sweating forehead as she sits in front of fan due to broken AC.

A power outage can throw your whole day off. You’re trying to keep the kids occupied, hoping your phone holds a charge, and thinking about what’s still safe to eat in the fridge. But just as everything starts coming back to life, your AC stays silent. That’s when things go from inconvenient to uncomfortable fast. […]

How to Know When an AC Filter Is Dirty

A man checking an HVAC air filter.

Life has a way of getting messy. From the crumbs under the couch to the dust on the ceiling fan, dirt finds its way into every corner of our homes. It’s easy to overlook some of these hidden messes, especially the ones we don’t see daily. One such culprit? Your air conditioner’s filter. It quietly […]

Why Is My Tap Water Cloudy All of a Sudden?

A person using a kitchen sink faucet to fill a water glass.

Nothing throws off your day like noticing something odd in your home — especially when it’s something you use all the time. Maybe you go to fill a glass of water, and instead of the clear, refreshing drink you expect, you see cloudy tap water. Suddenly, you’re wondering: Why is my tap water cloudy? Is […]

How Do I Know If My Furnace Control Board Is Bad?

A furnace control board.

Your furnace is like a human body — it has different parts that work together to keep your home warm and comfortable. The furnace control board is the brain, telling everything else what to do. The blower motor acts like the lungs, pushing warm air throughout your house. The gas valve is like the heart, […]

Energy-Efficient Upgrades: When to Replace Your Furnace or AC

Mike Williams technician working on furnace while customer looks on.

Have you ever felt like your heating and cooling systems are trying to tell you something? Maybe your air conditioner is wheezing in the summer heat, or your furnace is rumbling louder than a thunderstorm. While it’s tempting to squeeze out a few more years from your trusty system, there comes a point when replacement […]

5 Common Water Heater Noises & What They Mean

A concerned woman sitting on a couch and cupping her ear due to a loud noise.

There are some sounds that immediately grab our attention, and not in a good way — like the clanking of a car engine, a chirping smoke alarm, or a strange hissing in your house. These sounds are concerning because they usually indicate that something’s going wrong. The same applies to your water heater. If you’ve […]