If you toggle your thermostat to “cool” and nothing happens, here are the reasons why, and what you can do about it. It’s getting to be air conditioning time in Pittsburgh. And for some homeowners, that means a frantic call to their local HVAC pros. That’s because every year in western PA, when the temperature …
by Sue Berringer 
If freezing temps and rising energy costs have you considering a new furnace, consider a holistic look at your indoor climate too. What’s a Pittsburgher to do when it’s freezing outside, when you know there are a few more months of it coming your way, and when the prices of energy (and everything else) are …
by Kowalski 
Four Tips for a Healthy Furnace and Wallet Through the Cold Months It’s the New Year! And we’re betting you didn’t make any resolutions involving HVAC. And you probably didn’t make any resolutions about being colder, or dealing with furnace emergencies, or paying more for your heating bills, either. But after 40 years of HVAC …
by Kowalski 
Here in the South Hills of Pittsburgh, we’re grateful that we can turn on the taps in our homes, and fresh, clear running water reliably comes out. Still, though, most of our customers are savvy about their health. They don’t just assume that mostly clear water is mostly healthy water. Many of them have asked …
by Kowalski 
We’re officially in the dog days of summer. Which means that some homeowners will find that their air conditioning isn’t keeping up. Very few things are more frustrating and uncomfortable than a poorly performing (or broken down!) air conditioner in the thick of summer. So today, we’ll explore the common reasons why air conditioners stop …
by Kowalski 
Excessive humidity is no fun. It’s sticky, it’s uncomfortable, and it messes up our hair. But jokes aside, excessive humidity left unaddressed in your home causes property damage and health issues. So with swamp season descending on us, you may be asking, do I need a whole-home dehumidifier? Today we’re here to help you answer …
by Kowalski 
As summer approaches, you already know you’ll be battling some sweltering heat. What you might not know is that you’re always battling polluted air, too. Today we’re going to describe how you can overcome both. The key is installing an air conditioner along with an air purification system too. This combination of HVAC products in …
by Kowalski 
It’s springtime, we’re entering air conditioning season, and April is the month that contains Earth Day. It’s the perfect time for a little Refrigerant 101. Consider this your ultimate guide to air conditioning refrigerant, including what it is, how it works, its environmental impact, and why you should care about any of this. Some basic …
by Kowalski 
If you’re reading this, you’re looking for HVAC repairs — or maybe even a full replacement — that won’t break the bank. And you’re probably finding various lists of HVAC companies and seeing some ads for cheap services. Lists and ads make you aware of your HVAC options, but they don’t always make your choice …
by Kowalski 
Tankless water heaters promise endless hot water. Sounds like an impossible luxury, right? Many of our customers have questions like, is it real? Is there a catch? Is it something to consider? Or is a typical storage water heater the better bet? Today we’re here to answer all those questions so that you can decide …
by Kowalski