Repair verses Replacing Your AC Unit

Repair v. Replacing Your AC Unit: A guide to help you with your decision

The decision to repair or replace your AC unit can be a bit of a stress-inducing conundrum.  As a savvy consumer, you don’t want to throw something away before it is truly time to do so, as this is expensive and wasteful.  The other side of the coin is what mom used to tell us and that is “don’t throw good money after bad.”    Essentially if you sink big money into a repair here and then a repair there, when all indicators the life of the unit is over, you’re better off just to get the new unit in the first place as this will save money.  Making the right decision about the fate of your current air conditioner means taking some of the emotion out of it and approaching the situation as you would to make a sound business decision. ... Read More
Ready For The Cold Temperatures That Are Around The Corner?

Ready For The Cold Temperatures That Are Around The Corner?

Let’s face it: Winter is always going to get to us in Southern Idaho. As the temperatures go down, we depend more and more on our home comfort systems. If you’ve got a well-maintained, fairly new, energy-efficient home comfort system, you’re probably thinking “No problem. I’ve got this.” But if your heating and air conditioning system has struggled to make it through the last few winters, then you may be thinking something quite a bit different. ... Read More
Get Ahead Of The Furnace Break Down Season

Get Ahead Of The Furnace Break Down Season Now

It is October and time to take a look at your home heating needs. It is hard to hear that with these beautiful 70 and 80 degree temperatures that we are experiencing in Southern Idaho, but whether you live in the Boise region, Twin Falls, or Pocatello and Idaho Falls regions, you know that it is only a matter of time until things change. If it is anything like last year, it may even change on a dime!You should always have your heating system checked and maintained every year. This will prolong the life of your system, save you money, and provide greater safety and comfort to you and your family. This is common sense and good home economics management 101.What I want to address in this article is what the homeowner should be on the look-out for if they’ve perhaps foregone regular furnace maintenance and tune-ups. Here are just a few signs that your system needs immediate attention. ... Read More
What is Involved in an AC Tune-Up?

What is Involved in an AC Tune-Up?

As a homeowner, it is in your best interest to schedule an AC tune-up at least once a year. For a small investment in regular maintenance, you can keep your heating and air conditioning systems operating at optimal efficiency- keeping operating costs low, be sure that your appliances are running safely, and avoid unexpected failures or breakdowns- extending the lifespan of your units. ... Read More