5 Winter Home Safety Tips
Winter weather and plummeting temperatures are just around the corner. Our 5 winter home safety tips will help prepare you for whatever mother nature throws our way. 1. Check Your Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors You should always change the batteries in your household smoke and CO detectors at least once per year. Check the detector’s expiration date, which can be found on the bottom of the detector. If there’s no expiration date, know that the average CO detector has a life expectancy...
10 Ways to Manage Hot & Cold Spots
Have you ever wondered why some rooms in your home always feel hotter or cooler than others? You’re not alone. Hot and cold spots are extremely common, especially in 2 story homes. Check out our 10 easy and affordable ways combat uneven temperatures. 1. Check Your Vents & Registers Make sure all of your vents and registers are open and free of obstruction such as curtains, rugs or furniture. Never close your vents or registers to redirect airflow, doing so causes added pressure and stress on your HVAC system that can cause it to fail prematurely. 2. Check Your Filter Remember to change your filter every...