How To Prepare Air Conditioner for the Summer

June 20, 2021

Summertime in Anoka, MN, and the surrounding neighborhoods can get fairly hot. You don’t want to be caught in the middle of a 100-degree heatwave with a malfunctioning air conditioning unit. There are several things that can go wrong, from a refrigerant leak to the unit not blowing cool air. To make sure your AC unit can handle the upcoming high temperatures, here are things you’ll want to do. Replace Your Filters Your air conditioner’s filter collects the dust and debris that gets sucked in by the incoming air from the outside. Over time, the particle

Continue Reading
company icon

Does Humidity Affect My Air Conditioner?

May 15, 2021

When your air conditioner runs, its main effect is simply cooling your air. However, air conditioner units also end up altering humidity levels inside your home. Since air conditioners handle humidity, the moisture levels in your house can affect your air conditioner’s ability to run. Here is what you need to know about the effect of humidity on your air conditioner. Your AC Will Remove Some Humidity From the Air To understand humidity’s effect on your air conditioner, it is helpful to learn how your air conditioner handles humidity. Every air conditioner is designed to

Continue Reading
company icon

How can I save money on energy bills in the winter?

January 21, 2021

Minnesota is notorious for its brutally cold winters. Despite reaching single-digit temperatures on a nightly basis during the cold season, Minnesotans have some of the lowest electricity and natural gas expenses in the country. Still, it would always be great to lower your wintertime utility bills. Try using these ideas to cut back on your household’s energy costs this winter. Limit Your Use of Decorations Irrespective of religion, most American households celebrate Thanksgiving and Christmas. Decorating is an essential part of many family traditions during the holiday season. Although you shouldn’t completely avoid decorating in favor

Continue Reading
company icon

Is Your Thermostat Set for Fall?

October 21, 2020

Cooler temperatures have arrived in Anoka, MN, and the surrounding communities. This means that it’s time to take a look at your thermostat. A few months may have passed since the last time you used your thermostat. It’s likely also been a while since you needed to use your home’s heating system. Your home’s thermostat is like the brains of your heating and cooling system. It senses the temperature, communicates to the furnace or heat pump, and triggers the start and end of heating cycles. Learn why it’s important to set your thermostat for fall, how to get your thermostat

Continue Reading
company icon

Best Practices to Minimize Wear and Tear on HVAC Systems

September 19, 2020

The sole responsibility of an HVAC unit is to keep your home comfortable when the weather outside is too cold or hot. The system heats your home when its freezing outside and exchanges the hot and stale air with cool air from the outside. An HVAC unit is an expensive investment and should be handled with a lot of care. As the system works hard to maintain a comfortable temperature in your home, it is susceptible to wear and tear, leading to different mechanical problems in the long run. When not handled properly, HVAC systems can

Continue Reading
company icon

AC Repairs You Might Not Know You Need

August 8, 2020

When summer comes around in Anoka, MN, you expect your AC system to run without a hitch. Since you rely on your air conditioner on an ongoing basis, you’ll want to make sure your unit is ready to keep your home cool when you need it the most. In most instances, your AC will show signs of problems before they become major issues. As long as you can address these problems in a timely manner, your system should continue providing you with the best possible service for years to come. Following are common signs that you might need air conditioning

Continue Reading
company icon

What is Super Cooling?

July 14, 2020

If you are tired of those high energy bills, there are a few things that you can do to lower them. Many homeowners are looking for ways to reduce their summer bills. However, you still need air conditioning during those hot summer months. There is one way to save money, and it is called supercooling. This concept has been around for a long time, but many people do not know about it. They often rely on the “set it and forget it” method for their air conditioner. With supercooling, you have a new way to reduce your cooling costs and

Continue Reading
company icon

The Best Way to Cool Older Homes

June 5, 2020

It’s important to maintain a consistent temperature in your home. Hopefully, it won’t be too hot or too cold. However, older homes can be particularly tricky when it comes to air conditioning. You may feel powerless in the middle of the day when the temperature starts rising and you can’t do anything to stop it. Fortunately, there are always ways to keep your home cool. Even if the property is old, there are a few simple tips and tricks that can get the job done. Let’s take a look at the seven best ways to cool older homes.

Continue Reading
company icon

5 Benefits of Preventative Maintenance

February 10, 2020

Do you consider preventative maintenance on your home’s furnace as an unnecessary expense? You are not alone. But here is the thing: you would not drive your car for over a year without changing its oil and having its brakes checked, right? You do that to protect your car’s engine and to make sure it is safe to drive. Having your furnace serviced each year helps ensure that it is ready to face our cold Minnesota winters and in a safe way, too. Preventative maintenance can also provide you with the following five benefits.

Continue Reading
company icon

Broken Furnace Signs

December 17, 2014

Five Signs That Your Furnace Needs Repair Many owners would think that a furnace needs repair only when it stops working. There are certain defects, however, that aren’t obvious because the furnace looks okay. When your furnace malfunctions, it not only makes for a very chilly atmosphere inside your home, it also causes a substantial rise in your utility bills. Below are the common clues that you’ll be needing the help of HVAC experts for your furnace repair in Ramsey, MN soon: Furnace smells This may include

Continue Reading
company icon