Now that Autumn is in full swing, and crisp, cooler temps are the norm it’s time to devote some TLC to your air conditioner. In less than an hour you can fully prep your outdoor air handler so it can easily withstand harsh winter weather; not only will it be shielded from snow and ice, it will also thwart potential rust and corrosion. Here are some simple steps that anybody can undertake to safeguard their HVAC investment. First, hit the kill switch on the exterior power to t

For millions of Americans, pets are part of the family; they help transform a house into a home. However, most pet owners are probably unaware of the extra strain that their lively little pug or beloved Burmese cat can incur on the home HVAC unit. Indoor air quality can be compromised and system efficiency may be impaired by these friendly furballs. Here are some simple methods to make sure a house’s heating and cooling aren’t hampered by pets. Maintenance Check your HVAC fil

It may not be as rampant as identity theft, or as sensational as an elaborate art or jewel heist, but air conditioner theft is a real and all too common phenomenon that occurs every day. It fails to make even minor headlines, although it succeeds in causing major headaches for property owners. Criminals don’t discriminate between small window units or the behemoth condenser in your backyard. Crooks aren’t looking for an inexpensive way to chill out during a heatwave; by and l