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How Air Filtration & Purification Can Help Your Allergies this Spring
You can find allergens everywhere in your home. From pollen coming in from outside, dust accumulation on shelves and belongings, and the damp air that comes with warmer weather resulting in allergy-causing molds, it’s no wonder that you find yourself constantly...
9 Spring Cleaning HVAC Tips
Spring is finally here and it is time to get your house decluttered and ready for the warmer months ahead. Besides going through your closet to donate old clothes and organizing your kitchen cabinets, we hope you saved some space on your spring cleaning list for your...
Benefits of a Humidifier for Your Health and Home During the Winter
It’s winter time in Iowa and all of us have been battling its bitter, cold, and dry wrath for the past 4-6 weeks. Like many people living in the Midwest, you have probably hit that point where thoughts of spring are on the horizon and you are fed up with winter. We...
3 Fireplace Alternatives to Wood
You may think it’s hard to beat a wood-burning fireplace’s ability to create a nice ambiance in your home with a warm, crackling fire that lets off a pleasant aroma. However, wood-burning fireplaces also require a large amount of maintenance, can be rather expensive,...
Keeping Your Home Warm During An Arctic Blast
Central Iowans and residents all throughout the Midwest will be experiencing some of the coldest weather that we have had in the past 50 years. Over the course of these next two days, air temperatures in Des Moines are expected to get as low as -25 degrees with wind...
Is Your Home Furnace Running Efficiently?
It’s winter and Iowans are no strangers to the idea of putting off furnace usage for as long as possible to avoid having to see that dreaded energy bill at the end of the month. Are you taking steps to make sure the furnace in your home is running as efficiently as...
Furnace Troubleshooting: Why Is My Furnace Malfunctioning?
As the weather gets chillier and chillier, your home should feel like your refuge from the harsh outdoors. Ensuring that your home is warm and cozy during the winter is not only a matter of comfort, but a matter of staying healthy and safe. If you notice your gas...
How To Choose The Right HVAC Unit
As a homeowner, the thought of purchasing a new HVAC unit can be intimidating and daunting. Does my home have central heating? Do I need just a furnace, air conditioner, or both? What are my options with installing a geothermal system? These are valid questions that...