I grew up, went to college and spent many years living in the northeastern part of the country. I was very accustomed to especially long, snowy and bitterly cold winters. The furnace ran for approximately eight months per year. I often needed to shovel the walkways and driveway multiple times per day. A wool coat, […]
Author: Paulina
A heat recovery ventilator helps with air quality and utility bills
One of my favorite aspects of living in Springfield, Missouri, is the four distinct seasons. While fall can be somewhat wet, chilly and windy, the changing colors of the leaves creates stunning scenery. I also appreciate the fresh fruits and vegetables, such as apples, squash, and zucchini at that time of year. Our local winters […]
Upgrading to a dual fuel system
My husband and I moved our family to South Bend, Indiana, because of an advantageous job opportunity. The significant increase in income allowed us to purchase a sizable piece of property and a home large enough to provide our four kids their own bedrooms. However, relocating from the deep south was quite an adjustment. While […]
The need for a dehumidifier in Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, sees a little more than fifty inches of rain per year. The summers are extremely hot and humid. The excessive moisture can lead to some problems. When the air is overly moist, it feels warmer. There is the temptation to lower the thermostat setting. The air conditioner is then required to run longer […]
Making improvements to the heating and cooling system
When I moved to Plano, Texas, I really had no idea of what the weather was like. Because of seeing Texas portrayed in the movies as very hot and dry, I was completely surprised by the high humidity in the summer and the chilly winters. It’s not unusual to get a couple of inches of […]
Snowmelt system is ideal for Minnesota
The weather in Minneapolis, MN is brutally cold, and having an effective furnace is a must-have. How I combat the winters of below chilly temperatures with snow, ice plus freezing is through a powerful heater, but i utilize a boiler system for the winter… The boiler sits in my basement plus happily works all year […]
Gas boiler for SD winters
Sioux Falls can get undoubtedly cold. I have made sure to prepare accordingly… When I moved to SD I researched unusual types of boilers. I nailed down that I wanted a boiler! They have three unusual fuel types, and you can get a gas, oil, or electric powered one. With gas it is more common […]
Debating on ductless A/C for my Fort Worth office
Living in Fort Worth means the priority has always been cooling; I debated for quite sometime if I wanted a central or ductless system in my home… For a while it seemed like a good idea to have central AC. I worked in Fort Worth plus had to leave my home every day at 9. […]
Debating on ductless A/C for my Fort Worth office
I have talked to a Fort Worth A/C supplier to see if it can change from central to ductless. Living in Fort Worth means the priority has constantly been cooling! I debated for quite sometime if I wanted a central or ductless system in my home, but for a while it seemed like a nice […]
Investing in zone control for my addition
I decided that for my new construction build I wanted zone control I am a single man in his thirties living in Birmingham, AL, and i have since decided that I am going to sink all my money into my house; Why not? I don’t have a husband or teenagers. I cherish my task as […]