Tips to Winterize Your HVAC System for St. Louis Winter

In St. Louis, the hot and humid summer weather has been replaced with chilly nights and crisp fall days, which means that winter is almost upon us! While the weather is still relatively mild, now is a good time to prepare your home for the winter. St. Louis families should take steps to winterize HVAC systems in their homes in anticipation of colder weather. This will not only ensure protection and comfort over the winter, but also gives you the … Continue reading Tips to Winterize Your HVAC System for St. Louis Winter

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Is Now a Good Time for Furnace Replacement?

Furnace Replacement | St. Louis HVAC Tips

Not many homeowners budget for furnace replacement, yet this time of year, with cooler temperatures just beginning to arrive, can be the best time to consider furnace replacement. Rather than hope your system can hang on until the next year, replacing your furnace will make sure that you and your family are warm and cozy all winter. Additionally, considering furnace replacement in the fall allows you to take advantage of cost savings that might not be available other times of … Continue reading Is Now a Good Time for Furnace Replacement?

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Tips to Save Money on Heating Bills

Save Money on Heating Bills in St. Louis

What can you do to save money on heating your home? Winters in St. Louis can be cold, which often mean a huge push to have your home insulated more. While this does help to reduce heat leaking from your house, it can also prove pricey to install, leaving installation costs potentially negating heating cost savings. However, there are other things you can do to reduce your overall heating output, and lower your heating bills! For more information and to … Continue reading Tips to Save Money on Heating Bills

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Furnace Safety Tips

Now that the summer months have left us and the chillier nights are creeping in, St. Louis homeowners start thinking of turning to the furnace to provide heating and comfort. As most have not used the furnace over the past few months, there are some important furnace safety tips one should consider. These tips can help to make sure your home is safe, and your furnace is running at peak efficiency. If you would like to learn more about furnace … Continue reading Furnace Safety Tips

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Why You Should Avoid DIY HVAC Repair

Many people are decent at performing DIY duties around the home. However, when it comes to your HVAC system, it is advised to let the professionals take care of it rather than attempt any DIY HVAC repair yourself. While DIY HVAC repair may seem a good cost saving exercise in the beginning, it can end up with much costlier consequences if not done correctly. If you have an HVAC problem in St. Louis, and need help correcting a DIY HVAC … Continue reading Why You Should Avoid DIY HVAC Repair

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How HVAC Maintenance Contracts Can Save You Money

With the level of reliance on HVAC systems in St. Louis year round thanks to hot and humid summers and cold winters, many homeowners count on HVAC maintenance contracts to keep their HVAC system running smoothly. These offer several benefits, but some people still wonder how it can be beneficial to pay for a yearly maintenance agreement. From increased longevity for your HVAC system, to peace of mind that it will always be running at its top efficiency, there are … Continue reading How HVAC Maintenance Contracts Can Save You Money

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4 Key Reasons to Schedule a Furnace Check Up

Seasons in St. Louis can change quickly. When fall arrives, we find the temperatures can suddenly drop, brining much colder nights. At this time, our furnaces will need to kick in to keep our homes and families warm. It is for this reason we have to ask ourselves, “Is my furnace ready?” If the answer to that question is a “No” or even an “I don’t know”, it is important to schedule a furnace check up. In the greater St. … Continue reading 4 Key Reasons to Schedule a Furnace Check Up

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Improving Indoor Air Quality in Schools

Indoor Air Quality in Schools | St. Louis HVAC Tips

A resting adult takes somewhere between 12 and 20 breaths per minute. Pre-school and school age children take many more breaths, while infants have been shown to take nearly twice as many breaths as an adult. These kinds of figures make the indoor air quality in schools significantly more important to consider. In fact, the Environmental Protection Agency estimates that almost 75 million Americans live, work, or go to school in an environment where the air is unhealthy. The EPA … Continue reading Improving Indoor Air Quality in Schools

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How Indoor Air Quality Affects Academic Performance

Indoor Air Quality & Academic Performance

Considering how often children are unknowingly exposed to inferior indoor air quality in schools, it is important to consider its potential effects on their academic performance. With several factors impacting indoor air quality, there are different environmental irritants to consider, many of which may worsen at various times of the year. Some potentially problematic areas in schools include: Leaky roofs – Over time, leaks can cause mold to form, releasing mold spores into the air and throughout the school. Cleaning … Continue reading How Indoor Air Quality Affects Academic Performance

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Tips to Improve Indoor Air Quality in Office Buildings

Many businesses in St. Louis have experienced growth over the years, and their office spaces have expanded to keep up. With bustling companies comes the necessity for high indoor air quality in office buildings, as poor air quality at work affects employee productivity and overall health. While many business owners and office managers think that having a high-performance HVAC system is enough to provide decent air quality in the office, it must be considered that many other factors affect air … Continue reading Tips to Improve Indoor Air Quality in Office Buildings

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