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Indoor air quality is a topic that homeowners in Eagan, MN, don't always think about. In order to promote a safe and clean home environment, the installation of a central air purifier is beneficial. These devices help remove a variety of contaminants from a home's air as it passes through the home's HVAC system. Here […]

Here’s something I’ve learned after decades in HVAC: your air conditioner almost never quits without warning. It tries to tell you something’s wrong—through small signs and subtle changes. But if you don’t know what to look for, those warning signals get ignored… until the system gives out on the hottest day of the year. And […]

I see it every season: homeowners who invested in a good AC system, maybe even had a tune-up last year… but their system is still working harder (and dying faster) than it should. Why? Because they’ve got hidden AC killers lurking in plain sight. Let me show you what they are—and how you can stop […]

Dear Friend, If you’re like most homeowners in the Twin Cities, you’re probably not thinking about your air conditioner… until the first hot day hits and your system sputters, groans, or flat-out refuses to cool the house. Suddenly, you’re scrambling. Calling around. Sweating through delays. And paying far more than you should—just to get back […]

Dear Friend, Every year, the same thing happens. We roll out for our first round of spring AC tune-ups across the Twin Cities. We knock on doors, step into basements, head out to backyards, and take a good look at what winter left behind. And every year, we find a handful of issues that homeowners […]

Dear Friend, If you’ve ever scheduled an AC tune-up and thought, “What exactly am I paying for?”—you’re not alone. You see a technician walk around your system, maybe spend some time outside by the unit, maybe poke around the thermostat—and then they leave. Sometimes without much of an explanation. It’s no wonder homeowners feel unsure […]

Dear Friend, Let’s set the scene. It’s the first real scorcher of the season. The sun is high, the windows are shut tight, and you’ve got the whole family retreating indoors for relief. You reach for the thermostat, drop it a few degrees, and… nothing. No cool air. No steady hum. Just a weak breeze—and […]

Summer has arrived and it’s humid now – which means you may be battling humidity both outside and inside your home. Our warmer months bring humid air – which can cause problems for our health, our furnishings, and our energy bills. The solution includes purchasing a whole house dehumidifier to keep the air inside your […]

Nothing ruins a delicious meal like swatting gnats away from your plate or watching ants or roaches scurry across the floor. And sure, some bugs are certainly useful in the garden, but you don’t want them in your home. Before calling in an exterminator or turning to chemical-packed sprays and traps, follow these simple tips […]

There’s no right or wrong way to design a home floor plan. Very persuasive arguments can be made for open or cordoned-off floor plans alike. With an open floor plan, for example, you’ll enjoy these and other advantages: Interconnected space More natural light More family togetherness Enhanced child safety with more open sightlines With fewer […]