How to Put Energy Conservation and Energy Efficiency to Work

With cold weather having arrived in Cleveland, winter heating costs are starting to show up in energy bills. If you go into shock every time you open up your energy bill, it’s time to take some steps to reduce your energy use. You can do this by adopting energy conservation and energy efficiency measures in your Ohio

Ways to Increase Airflow throughout Your Cleveland Area Home

Sometimes increasing airflow in a home via the HVAC system will improve its comfort level, especially if it feels stuffy or has problem areas in some locations. It may be as simple as performing normal maintenance, or require the services of an HVAC professional. Either way, improving airflow is a cost-efficient way to get

Why Have Furnace and Air Conditioning Maintenance

Regardless of the manufacturer, cooling and heating equipment is designed to be durable. Regular maintenance can keep it running longer, more efficiently, and with fewer breakdowns. It is a well-proven fact that the money invested in regular preventive maintenance is paid back and then some. To learn how to properly maintain your system, check your

Reduce Energy Costs With Your Home’s Ceiling Fans

Are you on the hunt for household energy savings? One simple yet effective strategy that’s often overlooked is changing ceiling fan direction twice a year. All that’s involved is moving the little button on the fan housing that controls which way the blades rotate. Be sure to shut the fan off first, though, to prevent

Keeping Pets Safe in the Summer Heat

The need for air conditioning in Cleveland keeps HVAC companies busy servicing units. This brings us into our customers’ homes and backyards, where we often notice cats and dogs are too hot to trot, literally. Keep Pets Cool and Safe This Summer Whenever P.K. Wadsworth technicians find a pet in danger, we notify the owners right away. However, it’s worth

Is Your House Too Humid or Too Dry?

During the dog days of summer, homeowners in our area become increasingly sensitive to higher humidity. And when it’s too humid outdoors, it can also be too humid in your home, leaving you feeling clammy and uncomfortable. On the other hand, when our homes are too dry, we’re also uncomfortable. Excessively dry air aggravates allergies, causes

How to Set Your Thermostat for Summer Comfort

Using air conditioning in Cleveland can be tricky. It’s likely you want to set your thermostat at a comfortable temperature during the hot months, but you don’t want to spend all your savings on summer energy costs. There are some recommended thermostat settings that can help you stay comfortable and keep your energy costs in check. Recommended Thermostat Settings

Your Home Cooling Cheat Sheet

If you’re looking for ways to keep your home cool this summer, this cheat sheet will help you to do just that — and save money! Home Cooling Cheat Sheet for Air Conditioning in Cleveland Close curtains and blinds. Use light blocking curtains and blinds on windows where the sun blazes into your home. Keep them closed during

How to Take Proper Care of Your Air Conditioner

Your air conditioner serves a very important role. In order to ensure it keeps doing its job properly, you must give it proper care. Complete these air conditioner maintenance tasks to keep summer’s favorite appliance in tip-top shape. Change the filter. Your HVAC filter is designed to trap dirt, pollen, pet dander and other particles

Why Is My Air Conditioning System Constantly Running?

Before the invention of air conditioning in 1902, people went to great lengths to stay cool. Those who lived near water could always go swimming; elsewhere, people were forced to make do with shade, fans, and drinks cooled by ice harvested during winter months. Today, many families have air conditioning in their homes. Air conditioning makes our homes