Father and son staring at gas fireplace while petting dog. Information about winter indoor air quality.

The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

December 15, 2023

In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality (IAQ) here in Nevada, creating some significant health problems.

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5 Things You Should Know About Geothermal Maintenance

November 15, 2023

One of the benefits of having a geothermal system for your Las Vegas home is the minimal maintenance it requires. Unlike a traditional furnace or air conditioning system that requires regular and sometimes monthly maintenance, a geothermal heat pump system is much more efficient and does not require the same frequency of attention. According to…

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Electrical System Maintenance Can Save Your Health and Home

October 13, 2023

You flick a switch or plug into an outlet and expect immediate, safe results. When your electrical system works well, it runs appliances, lights your Las Vegas home, powers technology, and drives heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment.

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Pollen coming from tree. Representing how it can affect allergies and indoor air quality.

What Does Indoor Air Quality Have to Do With Allergies?

September 19, 2023

Did you know the average American spends nearly 90 percent of life indoors? That’s why it is increasingly important to ensure indoor air quality (IAQ) is clean and healthy. 

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Air duct cleaning service being performed in Las Vegas home. Vacuum hose shown in vent.

Air Duct Cleaning

August 18, 2023

Your air ducts circulate a supply of fresh and properly treated air. But since ductwork mostly hides behind walls, ceilings, and floors, many Nevada homeowners don’t take the time to monitor its condition.

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Mounted heat pump outside Las Vegas home.

Air Conditioners Versus Heat Pumps

July 17, 2023

In some ways, heat pumps have an edge over the traditional combination of a furnace and central air conditioning (AC) unit. However, no two households are the same, and each option has its pros and cons.

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Commercial HVAC technician running a thermostat check during air conditioning maintenance in Las Vegas.

Why Schedule Air Conditioning Maintenance?

June 20, 2023

It’s about to heat up here in Las Vegas. Make sure your air conditioner (AC) is primed for the Nevada summer heat rays by scheduling a seasonal maintenance visit.

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How an Air Handler Works

May 19, 2023

Meet the air handler. It has a starring role in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry. If you have a ductless mini split system, you need an air handler to do the heavy lifting. It circulates conditioned air throughout your Nevada home. Doing so lets you keep your living space at the desired…

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Air conditioning system mounted outside Las Vegas home to represent whether or not air conditioners eliminate mold.

Do Air Conditioners Eliminate Mold?

April 19, 2023

With a microscope, you can find mold colonies just about anywhere on the planet. However, major mold growth thrives in a damp environment. Any indoor space that exceeds 60 percent relative humidity invites mold growth, according to the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

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Ductess mini split mounted above couch in living room of Las Vegas home.

Why Ductless Is the Way to Go

March 15, 2023

A ductless system, or mini split, adds comfort to your home without the hassle of having to extend your ductwork.

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