If you’re looking into ways to save more money for the summer and throughout the years, home automation could be a good option for you. In fact, home automation can make you more comfortable in many ways over the summer, even helping to keep the kids safe. You can connect it to your AC system, your lights, your garage door, and your security system—controlling all of these from an app on your smartphone anywhere you have internet access.
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How Home Automation Can Help You Out This Summer
May 23rd, 2016There’s Still Time to Tune Up Your Air Conditioner
May 16th, 2016Annual AC services help to get your air conditioning system into better condition, allowing you the chance to save money and worry less about the performance of your air conditioner throughout the spring and summer. We typically recommend AC services once a year, and there’s still time to schedule your annual maintenance service!
Let Some Fresh Air In: How to Ventilate without High Bills
May 9th, 2016It feels a little stuffy inside, and you’d like to open up a window or let some air through the screen door. The only problem is that you’ve got your heater running. If you open up the window, you’ll let a breeze in. You’ll feel a lot less comfortable, to start with.
But what’s more is that your bills can skyrocket, forcing your heater to work a lot harder to attempt to heat your home. The same is true with an air conditioner in the summer, when opening a window will just cause trouble for your AC system and wear down the parts.
There is a system that will allow you to let some fresh air in, making the indoor air feel a lot less stale without affecting your comfort or raising your bills significantly. Learn more about energy and heat recovery ventilators below.
Your AC System Needs a Tune Up
May 2nd, 2016If your AC system hasn’t had a tune-up yet this year, it’s time! A professional AC tune-up involves a thorough examination of your AC system, and a few steps that help to get the air conditioner into its peak shape. In fact, your air conditioner needs a tune-up—that is, if you expect it to hold up to its standard lifespan and operate efficiently to save you money each month.
Install UV Lights to Prevent Illness
April 25th, 2016As the weather changes, it seems like the people in your family always seem to get sick. This is when allergens in the air multiply, and there may also be more germs in the air along with them. If your forced-air heater and air conditioning system has a filter, you have some form of protection from contaminants, but it’s probably not enough.
Need a New Air Conditioner? Don’t Wait Too Long!
April 18th, 2016When you’re shopping around for a new AC system, one of the biggest mistakes you can make is to wait too long to install it. We’ve seen too many homeowners scramble at the last minute to get a new unit, only to end up with a company they weren’t happy with performing a shoddy installation! Even if you’re not sure of what type of unit you want, call a professional ASAP when you know that you’ll soon be in need of a new air conditioner. Spring is the perfect time to install!
Why You Should Change Your Air Filter Right Now
April 11th, 2016You’ve heard that you’re supposed to change your air filter each month. This means you’ll need to go to the store and purchase a new air filter, which might not be something you want to do at this moment. However, if it’s been a long time since you’ve traded out your home’s air filter, there are some things you should know about why this monthly task is so important.
It’s Getting Warmer: Why You Should Schedule Air Conditioning Service Today
April 4th, 2016Chances are, you haven’t given your air conditioning system much thought lately. However, temperatures are warming up, and you definitely don’t want to get to the first hot day of the season to find yourself facing an air conditioner that needs repair—or worse, replacement. If you haven’t scheduled AC service at least within the last year, then you should do it today!
Schedule Heating Replacement before the End of the Season
March 28th, 2016We often encourage people to replace their heating systems before they actually break down for good. But this suggestion is met with some skepticism. Homeowners wonder, “Why would I spend the money to get a new system if my older one is already working?” We understand that you don’t want to spend money unnecessarily. But if you have an older heating system that doesn’t keep you warm very effectively, you’re probably already paying more than you should.
Can I Set Up My Nexia Home Intelligence System Myself?
March 21st, 2016Home automation is rapidly growing in our industry, as more and more homeowners hope to automate and monitor the parts of their home that consume the most energy and the security measures that keep them safe. Nexia Home Intelligence systems provide you with all of the tools you need for home automation, allowing you complete control over some of the most important systems in your home—right from your smart phone.
