The Importance of Indoor Air Quality
In the midst of environmental challenges such as increasing air pollution and worsening outdoor air quality, our homes have become our sanctuaries. It is crucial to recognize the significance of indoor air quality (IAQ) and its impact on our overall well-being. Breathing in clean, healthy air within our living spaces is essential, especially when the
HVAC Tips to Keep You Cool This Summer
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What to Look for in a Plumbing Company
You use plumbing every day, whether it’s to get a drink of water, take a shower, or boil pasta for dinner. Because of this, it’s important to find a good plumbing company to handle all of your plumbing needs. The problem is that many people hire sub-par plumbers because they don’t know what to look
Advantages & Disadvantages of Owning a Tankless Water Heater
You’re not using hot water 24/7, so why should you be paying to heat your home’s water supply around the clock? The truth is for households in St. Louis, MO, that use less than 41 gallons of hot water in a day, a traditional water heater might be a waste of money. Tankless water heaters,
Here’s Why You Need an AC Maintenance Visit This Year
As the calendar turns from winter to spring, you’ll want to be sure that you’re ready for the change in temperatures. In the Midwest, it’s not uncommon to see extreme temperatures as early as March or April. It seems like every year, the warmer weather comes sooner and sooner. With this in mind, it’s important
Why You Should Tune Up Your Air Conditioner
Your air conditioner should last for well over a decade with proper maintenance. HVAC units are designed to withstand years of use; however, regular tune-ups from a professional heating and cooling technician have been proven to increase energy efficiency and minimize repairs. Academy Air in St. Louis offers AC tune-up and maintenance for homes and
Plumbing Problems You Should Watch Out For
Whether it’s a clogged pipe or lack of hot water, experiencing a plumbing issue at your home is never easy to deal with. And, while they may not be common, they are inevitable. The plumbing systems and plumbing fixtures at your home are complicated and require repairs from a professional plumber to ensure the
Why Does My Furnace Turn On & Off
Does your finicky furnace turn on and off, over and over again? This problem is called furnace short cycling, and it can be exhaustively annoying, but more importantly, it could signify a bigger problem with your system. In Hazelwood, MO, frigid winters can exacerbate the problem to the point that your furnace is turning
Save on Energy Costs at Home During the Winter
The arrival of the colder months usually brings high energy bills for homeowners. Living in the Midwest often means unpredictable and possibly harsh winters, so heating your home can be just as expensive as cooling it in the summer. If fact, it can often be more expensive. One reason for this is that many people
7 Tips for Increasing Your Furnace’s Energy Efficiency
Wintertime in the Midwest is no walk on the beach. Actually, it can be more like a walk at the North Pole, leaving your home as the only refuge from being battered by blustery winter weather. Residents of St. Louis, MO know this about as well as anyone, and they turn to the local