Fall is here and you’ve turned on your furnace. There’s only one problem: your house keeps swinging from nippy to sweltering. And every time it goes too far in one direction, you have to patter down to the basement to adjust valves, dampers or the furnace itself. What a drag! Fortunately, this changed with the invention of the thermostat!How Thermostats Control TemperatureThe basic way that thermostats control temperature is by sensing the space temperature and sending a signal…

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When people have a breakdown or issue with their air conditioning or heating system they may be told that their system is unrepairable and must be replaced, or will be given a repair estimate that is so high that they are convinced that their only option is to replace their system. Some companies use these high pressure tactics to convince you to make a purchase decision on the spot without shopping around. While it is sometimes true that the system needs replacement, especially…

Fall is coming – Here are 5 “To-Do” items to take care of!Check your sump pump for proper operation. Make sure the discharge pipe is clear and free of debris. Check your smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors. Replace the batteries if necessary, or replace the entire detector if it is the sealed type and past its expiration date. There should be a smoke and Carbon Monoxide detector on every floor of your house, but especially outside bedrooms. If you have small children or elderly or…