If you’re shopping for new heating and air conditioning equipment, you may run into a term that doesn’t come up often: package unit. It sounds like it could mean almost anything, so it’s worth taking a minute to explain exactly what it is and why a contractor might bring it up for your home. Quick […]
When Should You Install a Whole House Generator in Burlington? Power outages in Burlington rarely give much warning. An ice storm moves through in January, a summer thunderstorm knocks a limb into a line, or a piece of aging equipment on the grid fails on an ordinary Tuesday afternoon. In most cases, the lights come […]
If you’re shopping for new heating and cooling equipment, you’re going to run into two ratings that trip up almost every homeowner at first: AFUE and SEER. They sound similar, they both measure efficiency, and it’s easy to assume they mean roughly the same thing. They don’t, and knowing the difference can change which upgrade […]
When a shower runs hot for a few minutes and then turns cold, the problem usually traces back to one of four water heater issues: undersized tank capacity, a failing heating element or burner, sediment buildup, or a faulty thermostat. Understanding which issue applies to a specific home points directly toward the right repair. That […]
Propane appliances are incredibly reliable, but will you still be able to use them when a storm comes through Greensboro and knocks out power? This is a common question with a somewhat complex answer. The short answer: it depends on the appliance. Many propane appliances will continue to work when the power is out, including […]
Yes, storms can damage HVAC equipment in a variety of ways, including physical damage from high winds and debris, electrical damage from lightning and power surges, and moisture damage from flooding or standing water near the outdoor unit. As a resident of the Greensboro area, you are no stranger to powerful storms. The Triad sits […]
Signs that your AC needs refrigerant include warm air blowing from the vents, ice forming on the evaporator coil, higher-than-normal energy bills, a hissing or bubbling sound near the unit, and a sweet or chemical odor around the system. Refrigerant is the lifeblood of your air conditioning system, but it can be hard to tell […]
Water around the base of a water heater is most commonly caused by a loose plumbing connection, a faulty drain valve, a pressure relief valve discharge, condensation, or internal tank corrosion, and the urgency of the fix depends on which cause is responsible. It’s an alarming sight to see water pooling around the base of […]
For most Burlington homeowners with a system that is 10 to 15 years old and requiring frequent repairs, replacing the AC proactively is the smarter financial and practical decision rather than waiting for a breakdown during peak summer heat. Reliable air conditioning is a must during the middle of a hot Burlington summer. Would it […]
Yes, an electrical panel may be too old for modern appliances if it is more than 30 to 40 years old, rated at 100 amps or less, or showing signs of overloading, such as frequent breaker trips, flickering lights, or circuit space that has run out. If you live in an older home in the […]