What is Combustion Air and Why Do You Need It?
Gas appliances are common in many homes and provide warm air through furnaces, hot water through gas water heaters, and other appliances such as gas clothes dryers. However, unlike electric appliances, gas appliances require [...]
Fiberglass Batt Insulation Orientation
Fiberglass batt insulation has been installed in residential construction since the 1930s. Fiberglass batts are easy to install and are used to slow the spread of cold and heat in a home. Common areas [...]
Keeping Your Air Conditioner Compressor Level
An often overlooked part of a home’s HVAC system, except for during the hot summer months, is the air conditioning compressor. This usually looks like a large vented metal box containing a fan which [...]
Failed Window Seals
Have you ever noticed that a window in your home has a hazy or foggy appearance? Does the window develop condensation that cannot be removed? This is a common occurrence for double or triple [...]
Where are GFCI outlets required under current building standards?
Ground-fault circuit interrupters, or GFCIs, are safety devices that are put on electrical outlets, also known as electrical receptacles. They're also located on extension cables, circuit breakers, and other electrical equipment. When the low-resistance [...]
When to Test your Well Water (And What to Test For)
One of the most important advancements in both health and convenience is access to a clean water supply. With the average household in the U.S. using approximately 300 gallons of water per day, a [...]