Tim David 
A furnace at your home is just like a gentle waiter at a restaurant- it comes as you need and doesn’t overstay. This on-and-off routine is technically called ‘Furnace Cycling.’ Proper cycling is essential for indoor comfort and the furnace itself. But if you ask- “How often should a furnace cycle?” it can be anything … Read more
Are you having some problems with the Nest thermostat and want to reset it to fix it? If so, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know about resetting your thermostat. To reset your nest thermostat, press the ring to open the quick view menu, then choose settings. Turn the ring to … Read more
This summer’s wildfires brought an unexpected challenge to not only my doorstep, but 100’s of thousands more. Like everyone else, I was concerned about the smoky haze outside. So, I did an indoor air quality test, to find out how the wildfire smoke was affecting our air quality our home’s air quality and my score … Read more
This is a perfect troubleshooting guide if your Furnace is not kicking on when the temperature drops. There can be a few reasons your furnace is not kicking on when the temperature drops, but these mainly depend on your system type. If your thermostat is not kicking on when the temperature drops, this could be … Read more
You’re not alone if you’re having problems with your Honeywell thermostat. These devices are one of the most popular types of thermostats on the market, but that doesn’t mean they’re perfect. This post will discuss some of the most common Honeywell thermostat problems I have encountered over my 30-year career and how to troubleshoot them. … Read more
Do you ever wake up feeling stuffy and congested, even though you don’t have a cold or the flu? If so, you may be suffering from humidifier sickness. Humidifier sickness is caused by breathing in too much moisture from a humidifier. When this happens, your respiratory system can become irritated and inflamed. Humidifier sickness symptoms … Read more
Whether you live in the countryside or a luxurious city condo, wood-burning stoves are life savers. Name the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, affordability, and even those dancing flames- they nail it in every aspect. And Drolet is undoubtedly one of the first few brands you’ll stumble upon while searching for the best wood stove brands. This 195-year-old … Read more
We can all say that the toggle switch you use to turn on the fireplace is a lifesaver, right? And when these go out, it can be extremely frustrating. I have worked on countless switches over the years and have found a few reasons why they go bad. In this post, I have gone through … Read more
Introduction All of us hate the chills that winter brings with it. It also gets quite challenging to move around the house when it’s so cold! A furnace can be the savior here. Yet, many people are confused about the duration the furnace takes to heat the house. So, you may be wondering, how long … Read more
Many houses only have gas lines that are 1/2 inch in diameter. Because this is convenient for sustaining small appliances, other residences may have a mix of 1-inch or 3/4-inch gas pipes. So, how many appliances can go on a 1/2″ gas line? In most cases, a 1/2-inch gas line can only serve one appliance. … Read more