What good is your central air conditioning system without annual preventive maintenance? Over time, not all that much. Consider these key facts: The average system lifespan is 12-15 years Annual maintenance helps keep your system in top working order, possibly even extending its lifespan AC maintenance also helps reduce total repair costs You’ll pay less … Read more
Most AC systems are built to last 10 – 15 years. The better and more faithfully you have yours maintained, the more productive years you can expect from it. But even well-maintained systems eventually require professional attention beyond simple annual maintenance. When that time comes, here are a few of the more common warning signs … Read more
The changing leaves, the seasonal designer beverages, the warm, oversized sweaters – it’s all pretty great. Unless you live in a warm climate such as the Fort Worth area. With temps still hovering around the 70s and 80s, fall doesn’t exactly look like a Hallmark movie. So how can you savor the season while still … Read more
Every home seems to have one – that one room or area that’s noticeably hotter than the rest of the house, sometimes unbearably so. Sure, you can try an oscillating fan, noisy window air conditioner, or simply ignore the room until cooler temps roll around. But wouldn’t you prefer a better, more permanent solution? Whether … Read more
If only central air systems were like desk lamps – at least a good one. You take it out of the box, place it on the desk where you want it, plug it into a working socket, turn on the switch, and there it is – a brand new light source. And now, back to … Read more
From snow and ice to freezing rain and blustery winds, winter can be downright brutal at times. It’s enough to make you forget about those dog days of summer when you longed for a bit a reprieve from the heat and humidity. Well, summer will be back soon enough and, once it arrives, will your … Read more
How can an AC system be bad, especially when you consider all the comfort and pleasure it gives you all cooling season long. And, here in the DFW area, that’s a lengthy season. Well, guess what? Your central air system can make you plenty sick. The very best way to fight back is with annual … Read more
While you’re acquiring your summer tan and soaking up all that vitamin D, you also want to protect yourself from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Sunscreen is one way to do that, but not the only way. Protect your skin. For best results, apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen that has an SPF of 30 or higher … Read more
Much like food, water, and shelter, sleep is essential for optimal health and well-being. Usually it’s not until we don’t get enough that we realize just how vital sleep is. From grogginess and irritability, to trouble focusing and feeling physically run down, the consequences of a lack of quality sleep can make even the simplest … Read more
Ice is usually something you dread running out of. But only the cubed or crushed variety. Ice anywhere else usually spells trouble – one such trouble spot is when ice forms on your outdoor air conditioning unit. How does that happen? Air conditioners need a steady flow of air to keep the internal coil warm. … Read more
