Here in North Carolina, summer’s the season when mosquito repellent is a good idea outdoors. Measures to avoid bites include limiting time outside—particularly in the…

In typical summer heat, you should be able to hear the central air conditioner turn on, run at least 10 minutes, then shut off again.…

Your HVAC system makes your home comfortable for you and your pets, but did you know your furry friends could actually be a bit hard…

Quite a few HVAC terms have made their way into the vocabulary of homeowners. HVAC stands for heating, ventilation and air conditioning and while each…

Long before the widespread use of home cooling and heating systems, people used landscaping to manage home comfort. Even with the most advanced and energy…

Are the HVAC problems you’re noticing serious matters that require professional service, ASAP? Maybe ... maybe not. Some apparent heating and cooling issues may be…

Did you know that your air conditioner not only cools your home, but also removes humidity so that your indoor air quality is more comfortable?…

Your indoor air quality and overall comfort rely heavily on a specification called “air exchange rate.” Your HVAC system continuously delivers new air volume to…

Is crawl space safety an issue in your home? Most people visit that cramped, creepy zone under the house as seldom as possible. However, at…

Is a humming air conditioner affecting the peace and quiet around your home? Manufacturers strive to reduce the noise level produced by the outdoor half…