When spring in the air, there’s always plenty to be excited about, including longer days, abundant sunshine, and more time spent outdoors. But for some, the beauty of springtime is overshadowed by the coughing, congestion, watery eyes, and other symptoms that accompany seasonal allergies. And while over-the-counter and prescription medications can help alleviate allergy symptoms, … Read more
You what they say about putting lipstick on a pig – use any shade you like, but it will still look like a pig. With all due apologies to our porcine friends, don’t you feel that way about certain aspects of your home’s exterior? You know, those that no matter what you do continue to … Read more
Given: your central AC was built to last 10 – 15 years on average. Given: during a typical DFW area summer, your system more than earns its keep by putting in long hours, day and night. Given: nobody likes having to replace a worn out AC system. After all, it’s nowhere near as much fun … Read more
Whether you’re a brand new homeowner or have several years (or decades) under your belt, sooner or later you’re going to face one or more basic repairs or maintenance task. Assuming, of course, you haven’t already. And that’s probably a terrible assumption. Anyway, the next time such a moment arises, you’ll be infinitely better prepared … Read more
Not that it’s etched in stone anywhere – at least not to our knowledge – but typically annual preventative maintenance is performed in the spring. Versus, let’s say, now in August when this blog is going to press. Why the spring? Because that’s the time of year when it’s warm enough to perform this very … Read more
No one is supposed to open their electricity bill and gasp in horror. Yes, your bill is going to go up some once you start running your AC system. That’s to be expected. But by double or triple what you had been paying? That is not to be expected unless, that is, your system is … Read more
With school out and the kids home, are you struggling to come up with fun and interesting things for them to do. Maybe one or two things that might actually teach them something worthwhile? Well, now you can replace “Mom, I’m BORED!” with “Can we do that AGAIN?!” by engaging in one or more of … Read more
Heating & cooling companies are also referred to as HVAC companies, with the latter standing for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. And while most people get the Heating and AC part, not so much when it comes to the role of Ventilation – or even what it exactly means – in providing for your family’s … Read more
Remember the very old, classic song: “The Old Gray Mare”, especially the part about “she ain’t what she used to be”? Well, if your AC system is at least 10 years old, it “ain’t” what it used to be either – pardon our grammatical license for the sake of making a point. Even with faithful … Read more
Spring time is all about renewal, especially when it comes to home decorating. It’s also prime season for home decorating professionals and top designers to flood you with fabulous ideas for that special “makeover”. And while advice is free, implementing it isn’t and, as you can imagine, many home decorators’ tips are anything but inexpensive. … Read more
