Without the furnace and the ductwork connected to it, you wouldn’t be able to keep your Highland Park home warm this winter. Still, mysterious furnace and duct noises are a nuisance. Learn the most likely reasons your home’s furnace and ducts make these sounds...
Winter is coming soon, and that means running your furnace non-stop to beat the bitter cold in Illinois. It’s a necessary part of the season, but it can cause its own set of problems. In winter, the air isn’t only colder but drier, as the humidity drops...
It’s been another beautiful summer in Highland Park and, as usual, it seems to have gone by too fast. Before we know it, cold weather will be keeping us inside where it’s warm and comfortable. If you’re looking forward to winter but dreading the high...
No matter how efficient the heating and cooling systems are in your Highland Park home, if the outer envelope of the building isn’t sealed and insulated properly, your utility bills will be much higher than they need to be. With the following tips, you can learn...
Many homeowners put HVAC maintenance on their springtime to-do list. They call in an HVAC technician to give the system an annual checkup, but is there more that should be on that list? Yes, air filters and ducts. Air Filters Modern forced-air HVAC systems require a...
Although mold and mildew growth can be a problem all year long, it’s especially easy for it to become an issue during the winter and early spring. This is often because when warm air rises into the attic space, or meets a cold wall or window, condensation can...
