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Image of family sitting in front of fans. 3 Telltale Signs It's Time for a New AC.

3 Telltale Signs It’s Time for a New AC

April 14, 2023

Should you repair or replace? That’s always the big question when it comes to major home systems like air conditioning (AC). Repairs are easier on the pocketbook in the short run, but too many of them can add up.

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5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

March 24, 2023

What do you think of when you hear about air pollution? You might immediately imagine a giant cloud of smoke, cars spewing exhaust, or a trash incinerator––but have you ever thought about your own home in Waterford?

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Video – Does Indoor Air Quality Affect My Pet?

March 17, 2023

Protect your pets from indoor air pollution by changing your air filters regularly.

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How to Take Advantage of the Inflation Reduction Act

March 10, 2023

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is here to help Mukwonago area homeowners like you. The act offers substantial tax credits that can cut your costs on the purchase and installation of high-efficiency air conditioners (AC), furnaces, heat pumps, boilers, and more. 

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When Do I Need to Replace the Batteries in My Smoke Detector? Man changing the batteries in a smoke detector.

Video – When Do I Need to Replace the Batteries in My Smoke Detector?

February 27, 2023

Change the batteries in your smoke and CO detectors when you change your clocks for daylight savings. It’s an easy reminder to replace them and is very important for your safety!

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How Does My Gas Furnace Work?

February 13, 2023

On a frosty winter’s day here in Wisconsin, your gas furnace is hard at work, keeping your Germantown home warm and cozy. Feeling grateful? You’re not alone—it’s one of the most popular forms of heating, as American as apple pie. In 1919, New Jersey inventor Alice H. Parker filed a patent for the first gas-fueled furnace.…

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What Does AFUE Mean?

February 6, 2023

While an air conditioner’s efficiency is measured by its SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating, an electric or gas- or oil-fired furnace’s efficiency is measured by its AFUE, or average fuel utilization efficiency. This standard measurement is given in percentages, letting you know how much of your fuel is actually used to heat your Wisconsin home and how much fuel is wasted. 

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Can I Install a Heat Pump in My Wisconsin Home?

January 31, 2023

Heat pumps are a cost-effective option for heating and cooling your Wisconsin home. They use half as much electricity as an electric furnace or baseboard heating system, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). 

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Video – What Should I Do If My Water Heater Is Leaking?

January 23, 2023

Is your water heater leaking? Here’s what you need to do: First, find the location of the leak. This will be helpful for you and your service technician. Turn off the power supply by switching the water heater circuit breaker to “off” for an electric water heater or by turning the dial to “off” on a gas water heater. Next, turn off the cold water supply to avoid more water being wasted from the leak. Call us today to have your water heater repaired or replaced.

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6 Ways Your Furnace Keeps You Safe. Family happily baking together.

6 Ways Your Furnace Keeps You Safe

January 9, 2023

Your fuel-burning furnace has a number of mechanisms allowing it to run safely and effectively. These features prevent fires and protect your indoor air quality (IAQ). They also work to prevent internal errors from damaging large portions of your furnace.

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