Heating and cooling your home just got a whole lot easier and far more efficient. In fact, it is now possible to control the settings on your thermostat from any location and any device that has a functional Internet connection. Following are some of the impressive benefits of owning a smart programmable thermostat.
Read MoreHaving a functional air conditioning system may not be enough to keep the living environment sufficiently cool all throughout the hottest months of the year. It is important to have this equipment serviced, cleaned and to check the property for cracks, gaps and other outlets that will let cold air seep out. Following are a few tips on preparing your home for summer cooling that you can use to both save money and keep property residents safe.
Read MoreThe temperature, air flow and air conditioning of your abode play role in making the place comfortable. If your AC could break down, you would promptly contact a Castle Hills AC repair contractor to come and find a remedy to the problem. Carry on reading to know what to look for in an AC professional before you can hire them to work for you.
Read MoreOne: Caulk Crevices and Holes in a San Antonio Home Our heating and cooling company can provide recommendations to customers about reducing the cost of utility bills in the winter. The San Antonio area has mild to hot temperatures most of the year, and the residents are not accustomed to coping with cold weather or caring for a furnace. However, it is important to fill holes and crevices around doors, windows and utility lines to keep a furnace’s climate-controlled air inside and the cool air outside a home. Two: Change a Furnace’s Filter Once a Month One of the most important things that homeowners can do to prevent large heating bills is to change a furnace’s filter each month. Filters collect an assortment of debris, including pet hair and household dust that blocks efficient airflow into a furnace. By changing the filter once each month, our customers will have a warmer San Antonio home that also has cleaner air. Three: Add Insulation to a San Antonio Home We suggest adding insulation to a San Antonio home to avoid heat loss from attics and walls. It is easy to install roll batting insulation to attics in a home or to hire...
View Article Read MoreMost San Antonio homeowners don’t give their air ducts much thought, but air ducts age and develop issues like leaks. The problem with leaking air ducts is it’s hard to miss in the beginning and hard to pinpoint once you suspect you might have leaking air ducts. If you’re concerned you might have an air duct leak and you are looking for some things to help you make the determination, then the following signs should help you decide if it’s time to have your HVAC technician do an air duct inspection. Higher Energy Bills If you’ve lived in your home for awhile, you had an idea of what your energy costs should be at various times of the year. If you are noticing a slow creep of your energy costs that can’t be explained by the normal inflation, then you might want to consider your air ducts. Your heating and cooling system is or should be a closed system. Your air ducts are the path the air conditioning or heating follows to get to its eventual location. If there is an air duct leak, then part of the air conditioning or heating is being lost through the leaks. This will...
View Article Read MoreHome insulation is critical to energy efficiency and comfort. Every San Antonio, TX homeowner should be able to spot the signs that their insulation requires professional attention or repair, and these three tips will help. 1. Be wary of temperature changes and spiking energy bills. If the temperature inside a home isn’t stable, especially when heating or air conditioning is on, it may be a sign that insulation is failing. Whether it’s shifted out of place or no longer effective at stabilizing temperatures, poor insulation can make it impossible for heating and air conditioning systems to do their jobs. This may also be reflected by an unusual spike in energy bills, particularly in the summer or winter, when heating and cooling demands are at their highest 2. Call someone if there are signs of animals in the attic. There are many reasons animals, such as mice, rats, squirrels and even opossums, make their way into a home. It’s often warm and sheltered, and if they can find a way in through an opening in a roof or wall, they will. Getting rid of them isn’t the end of the story, however. Even if they’ve only been in residence in the...
View Article Read MoreBreathe easier at home by installing a UV air purifier. You never think of your home as a polluted place until you realize your air contains dangerous biological and chemical matter. When you take a moment to understand why you and your loved ones can’t breathe well or feel sick at home, you will recognize why you need a UV air purifier. You Need More than a Traditional Filter Despite your use of the best traditional air filters in your San Antonio heating and cooling systems, pollutants and pathogens still circulate inside your home. You and your family inhale everything from dust to mildew, setting the stage for long-term illnesses, such as asthma, that can ultimately turn deadly. Even people in good health can experience lethargy and malaise when they breathe air that contains dangerous living organisms. UV Kills Airborne Pathogens To take the best care of yourself and your family, you should have a UV air purifier installed in your home. These devices directly connect to your air ductwork to ensure that only clean, safe air comes out of the vents of your home. Ultraviolet rays, long known for their ability sanitize everything from dishes to hospital equipment, can...
View Article Read MoreThe fall season is the time to look around your home and prepare for the winter season. The following five tips will help you save money on your winter energy bills. The energy savings really add up when you make a list of tasks that will make your home more energy-efficient. You will also save money on expensive repairs like outdoor plumbing pipes that cost thousands of dollars. Outdoor Plumbing and Landscaping The outdoor plumbing needs to be wrapped with insulation to prevent frozen pipes. You will find this type of material at your local hardware or home improvement store. Consult with a licensed plumber if you need help locating pipes at risk. Prune trees and add mulch to protect outdoor plants from the harsh winter weather. Roofing Inspect the roof for loose shingles. Call a local roofing company to inspect your roof to avoid unnecessary risks for injuries. The gutters should be cleaned to prevent ice from damaging the structure. This is also a good time to check the insulation inside your attic, crawl spaces and walls. Preventing unwanted air loss is the best way to reduce energy bills. Heating System The fall season is the time to call...
View Article Read MoreKeeping your home well ventilated is not only important based on the fact that it is a lot more comfortable to the people living in the home, but having a well ventilated house will also help to avoid problems such as mold and mildew, bad smells and stagnant air. With the fall officially just about on us, here are some things that you can do to increase the ventilation in your home. Clean Your Filters It is important to clean the air filters and vents in the HVAC units in our homes, as they can collect a substantial amount of dust and debris, which will block up your unit and prevent air flow throughout the home. In order to have the best ventilation possible, you will want to make sure that there is good air flow, so cleaning out the filters periodically, at least once during the spring and once during the fall, will be a good thing for the ventilation in your home. Open Windows During the colder months, a ton of people want to keep their windows closed, due to the simple fact that it is cold outside. However, opening the windows is a crucial part of clearing...
View Article Read MoreYou may not realize how beneficial a humidifier is during the dry winter air when atmospheric humidity levels are low and air drying heating systems are in use. Worst Personal Annoyances Do you or your family members suffer from dry and itchy skin, cramped muscles, scratchy throat, stuffed nose, “cotton mouth”, dry and cracked lips, limp or frizzy hair, old-looking and wrinkly hands, and other similar problems? Even more important, dry air can lead to dry nostrils and thus to nose bleeds, headaches, sinusitis, respiratory infections, eczema, colds, flu, and a worsening of allergy and asthma complaints. A humidifier does not prevent these ailments, but it can reduce the risks and help alleviate the symptoms. Why do we dry out? Your skin and lips dry out in winter because extra moisture leaves your body by evaporation because of a combination of cold wind outside and dry air inside. Hot showers and rubbing with non-fluffy and rough towels may remove the oily layer in your skin and lead to dryness and itchiness. Dab instead with a soft towel. Dried-out skin has more wrinkles, so proper indoor humidity hydrates your skin and makes it appear healthy and less wrinkly. Even your precious...
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