Your water heater is a silent but essential workhorse, providing hot water for your showers, laundry, and dishes in your New Orleans, home.
But like any hardworking appliance, it can run into issues from time to time. Knowing the signs that your water heater needs repair can save you from a cold shower or a major plumbing disaster.
Your comfort and indoor air quality (IAQ) depend on a well-maintained heating and cooling system. Remember to change the air filter on your furnace, air conditioner (AC), or heat pump at least every 90 days. According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), an AC with a clean filter uses as much as 15 percent less energy than an AC with a dirty one.
Continue ReadingIf your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Kenner home.
Continue ReadingWhen air filters are left to collect particles for too long, they become clogged. This hinders airflow, trapping moisture. Dust, pet dander, and smoke are just a few examples of things that can clog your filter.
Continue ReadingIt is an “Oh no!” moment when you approach your home’s thermostat and see its screen is blank.
Is it serious? Does it mean your furnace, heat pump, or air conditioning is broken? Not necessarily. In fact, most of the time, it is something minor and can be easily fixed.
Continue ReadingImagine having the power to control the temperature in every room of your home like a maestro conducting an orchestra. With a zone control system, you can! Gone are the days of battling over the thermostat or choosing between freezing in one room or melting in another.
Continue ReadingFall is a beautiful time of the year—but it comes with a drop in humidity levels. If you’re concerned about the humidity change and want to enhance your comfort inside your New Orleans home, installing a humidifier is an excellent option.
Continue ReadingHomeowners generally favor heat pumps for their efficiency. However, a number of common issues can cause them to run very inefficiently.
Continue ReadingModern furnaces burn at up to 97 percent efficiency. Keep this in mind if you’ve owned your heater for 10 years or longer.
Continue ReadingOur nearby licensed heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) technicians can help zap the humidity inside your Metairie home. Whether installing a whole-home dehumidifier or addressing the airflow inside your home, we’ll offer practical solutions that fit your budget and needs.
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