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Do you know what to look for in your furnace to make sure it is safe? Carbon monoxide  (CO) is a colorless, odorless, tasteless and initially non-irritating gas which makes it difficult to detect. The most common symptoms include feeling lightheaded, confusion, headache, and nausea.  It is believed that long term - low dose exposure to carbon monoxide can contribute to depression, memory loss and a central nervous system damage. It is especially harmful to unborn children.    Learn More Here. There are several potential issues that can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning in r...

Ask Questions And Listen To The Answers The only bad question is the one you did not ask. Your questions should be specific to your needs and make sure to listen to the answers provided by the potential HVAC contractor. Vague answers may indicate a lack of experience, or poor communication skills. Both are important for your HVAC contractor to posses. Be sure to ask for clarification if enough information is not provided in their answers.  Allow conversation to develop around the answers given to you. Often a better understanding of the question asked and a more complete answer forms as t...

Fighting the bone chilling cold. No matter how cold it gets outside, we all want to be warm and cozy inside our homes. Our ancestors had to rely on fireplaces and wood burning stoves for winter warmth. Fortunately we have some very sophisticated heating systems that are far superior. Unfortunately there are also more things that can go wrong, leaving us feeling the cold. Four common winter heating issues exposed. Sudden Loss of Heat: While the loss of heat may be sudden, it may take a short while for you to notice the change in temperature. There are several issues that may cause a sudden loss...

Shut the oven door, get out from under your pile of blankets and close the window.   Who hasn't been guilty of utilizing a few "creative" solutions to control the temperature of their home. Solutions such as these can be awkward, dangerous, and actually cost more in the long run. Heating by opening the oven door or turning on stove top burners. This option is a fire hazard and can dramatically increase your electric bill. Using a hair dryer to temporarily warm your hands or feet. Just plain silly. Opening a window to cool down rooms that are too hot. Wastes heat energy. Electric...

Does the thought of remodeling your home leave you feeling ill? Your not alone. Do-it-yourself or hire a professional there is a great deal of stress involved in a home remodel. Do-It-Yourself You must follow building codes and safety guidelines. Do you have the experience to handle unexpected problems discovered after the demolition? Will you install the plumbing or heating and air conditioning systems correctly? If not, getting things up to snuff can be quite expensive after the fact. Do you have time to deal with everything? Professional Contractor Did you hire a quality professional HVAC c...

A Furnace Failure Could Harm You and Your Family According to the Department of Health, twenty-two people died of accidental carbon monoxide poisoning in Minnesota in 2014.  The number has been steadily increasing since 2010. Setting aside the mortality rate of Carbon Monoxide poisoning, many more people suffer illness as a result of non-lethal levels of Carbon Monoxide. Such cases are usually preventable with annual furnace checkups combined with the use of carbon monoxide detectors. Imagine preventing something as tragic as this by having a simple annual inspection done to your furnace ...