Using Ventless Heaters

Ventless Heaters Whether you are dealing with power outages or needing to supplement your primary heat source, ventless or unvented heaters are an excellent solution to keeping your home and workspaces warm. By definition, ventless heaters do not need to vent air outside of the house, but instead recycle the air throughout the room, making…

Furnace Belt Maintenance

Furnace Belt Maintenance Performing regular maintenance on your furnace belt will keep your HVAC system running smoothly (and quietly), improving the life of your furnace and preventing costly repairs. The furnace belt is an essential part of your heating system and can deteriorate over time due to use and environmental issues like dry rot. Be…

Water Faucet Maintenance

Water Faucet Maintenance

As part of our continuing series on how accessible regular home maintenance can be, we want to talk next about regular water faucet maintenance. Many faucets use aerators which also act as filters for the water flowing through. The aerator conserves water usage and prevents splashing. It helps stabilize the stream of water so if…

Hot Water Tank Maintenance

Hot Water Tank Maintenance

Save money on energy bills and extend the life of your hot water tank with these tips and tricks!  The first thing you can do to save on energy bills is to insulate your hot water tank. Insulation is easy to add and increases the thermal capacity of the tank, preventing heat loss. Fully emptying…