Author Archives: Chris Thorne

5 Easy Ways To Allergy-Proof Your Triangle-Area Home

Millions of Americans suffer from asthma or allergies caused by indoor air pollution. These conditions can have a very negative impact on your quality of life, which is why you

Posted in IAQ – Indoor Air Quality | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Mold-Prevention Tips For Triangle-Area Homeowners

Residents of the Triangle area are no strangers to humidity or the mold growth that can occur when excessive moisture and high humidity is present. Fortunately, with these mold-prevention tips

Posted in Mold | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Dehumidifier: Warmer, More Humid Weather Requires Better Humidity Control

When a region like the Triangle area heats up, the humidity can become unbearable, creating stifling, sticky air that makes it difficult to breathe. This can make you dread being

Posted in Dehumidifiers | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

If You’ve Nursed Your Heating System Through Winter, Now’s An Ideal Time To Shop For A Replacement

Now that spring is here, it’s an opportune time to shop for a new heating system if yours limped through the winter. The best choice of furnace depends on the

Posted in Planned Maintenance | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Programmable Thermostats: Put Smarter Technology To Work For You

These days you have to be extra smart about your energy use. You have to think about everything from putting gas in your car to the type of water heater

Posted in Thermostats | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Quiet! Hear That Noise In The Ductwork?

An unfamiliar noise in the ductwork of your heating or cooling system can, at first, be a cause for alarm. There’s no doubt that unexpected or unexplained noise in the

Posted in Ductwork | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

No-Cost And Low-Cost Ventilation Strategies To Keep Your Home Comfy

A lack of airflow will leave your home feeling stale, stuffy and generally unpleasant. However, there are several ventilation strategies you can use to keep your home fresh and comfortable

Posted in Ventilation | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Lower Your Cooling Load Before You Really Need That Air Conditioning

In the summertime, you may find yourself struggling to keep your house at a comfortable temperature. Your air conditioning may run too often, raising your energy bills to a level

Posted in Air Conditioning | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Electronic Air Cleaning — Because You Could Use A Breath Of Fresh Air

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, indoor air is typically more polluted than what’s outdoors. Most homes could stand to be a little fresher, and electronic air cleaning is one

Posted in IAQ – Indoor Air Quality | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Spend Your Tax Refund On A Heat Pump, And You’ll Enjoy The Payback For Years To Come

If you got a good income tax refund this year, you may be considering what home-improvement project you’d like to spend it on. What if you could pick an improvement

Posted in Heat Pumps | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment