Winter is here, and you’ve no doubt already turned your heat on to keep you warm as the temperatures have dropped. If you haven’t already had your annual preventive-maintenance check for your heating system, now’s the time, before the real chilly weather set in. Problems can develop on even the best-maintained HVAC (heating, ventilation and…

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Winterizing your greater Asheville-area home will go a long way toward helping you keep energy bills low and home comfort high. Several components within your home work together to achieve energy efficiency, so it makes sense to tackle energy losses that occur in them in order to prepare for winter conditions.

As the weather cools off, you may begin to notice drafts caused by air leaks throughout your home. Because these leaks can cause discomfort and other serious problems, it’s important that you add caulking these trouble spots to your to-do list for fall preventive maintenance.

To reduce your energy usage and your utility bills throughout the year, it’s smart to take the time to weatherize your home. It doesn’t have to cost a lot to lower your heating and cooling load, and the results are long-lasting. 

Your HVAC system requires regular maintenance to keep this expensive and vital equipment running smoothly.An improperly maintained HVAC system can malfunction, resulting in expensive repairs or replacement bill. Furthermore, a malfunctioning unit can also put yourself and your family at risk. Fortunately, a preventive maintenance agreement will ensure your HVAC unit is running the way…

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Let’s face it; no one wants to deal with the hassle of frozen pipes this winter. While they can be a serious hazard in areas that get subfreezing weather, including the Asheville area, you can take precautions to avoid them, including the following: