If you’ve gone shopping for a portable air conditioner you may have noticed the “Seasonally Adjusted Cooling Capacity” (SACC), the rating system for portable ACs. The SACC rating system was put into place by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) based on...
Bills, bills, bills. We get them every month, yet what really goes into them? In terms of energy consumption, the average American household typically pays thousands of dollars on their energy bill alone per year, with the largest share, about...
What is an AC refrigerant and why is it used? Air conditioning, refrigeration, and freezing technology are all powered by refrigerant — a compound typically found in a fluid or gaseous state. A refrigerant works by absorbing heat from the...
From the day they’re born, our children are our most important responsibility. We want to take the best care of them possible, making sure they are happy and healthy. Maybe your family chooses to eat organically, or religiously wash your...
If you’ve flipped through a parenting or home and garden magazine recently you may have noticed a big emphasis on indoor air quality and how to improve your home’s air. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, we spend nearly 90%...
Temperatures are dropping and snowbirds are flocking south for a warm winter, but before leaving for weeks or even months, make sure to take necessary precautions to keep your home safe while away. Follow these five easy steps to winterize...
Winter is coming with its glistening white snow, nights by the fireplace, and — dryness. While not ideal, dryness and winter go hand-in-hand. The good news is that using a humidifier can help greatly in keeping moisture in your home...
Winter is upon us and areas all over the US and Canada have seen sharp decreases in temperature. But before you turn your heating system on, follow these five easy steps to ensure your system is working efficiently and properly:...
Coughing, sneezing, and wheezing — ahh, the sounds of allergy season! While some Americans do not experience seasonal allergies, for the 50 million Americans that do, allergy seasons can be especially tough to get through during peak times. In fact,...
