Author Archives: Ted Scarborough

Dehumidifiers: Will A Whole-House Or Portable System Do?

A dry indoor environment with humidity maintained at levels specified by the homeowner is more comfortable and healthier.  Dry air cools and heats efficiently and doesn’t support mold, bacteria or

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Easy Ways To Allergy-Proof Your Home, And Create A Safe Haven During Spring

Living in beautiful greater east Texas isn’t without consequence. The humid summers, moderate winters and new spring flowers can be killers if you suffer from allergies. Thank goodness for air

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Top 5 Benefits Of Air Conditioner Maintenance

Maintaining your homes air conditioning system will provide you with a number of benefits that can save you time and money. Routine maintenance will keep your system running efficiently and

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How Will Freon Shortages Impact Your Budget?

Gasoline isn’t the only thing predicted to be in short supply and expensive this long, hot summer. R-22 freon shortages are expected to send prices higher than the east Texas

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Considering A Furnace Upgrade? Make It Easy — With Expert Consultation

If last winter proved to you that you need a furnace that works better or with more energy efficiency, you are probably considering a furnace upgrade for next year. Getting

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Why Your Furnace Has A Red Tag, And What You Should Do About It

If your furnace finished out the winter with a red tag, you may be wondering what that means and what you should do next. The good news is that you

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Is Your A/C Ready For Cooling Season? Know For Sure With Annual HVAC Service

In greater east Texas, being sure your air conditioning system is ready for cooling season is a high priority. Annual HVAC service can make that yearly task simple for you

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Dirt And Debris In Your A/C? How An HVAC Professional Can Help

When you have dirt and debris in your A/C, it won’t run nearly as well as if the system were clean. Losing efficiency results in higher air conditioning bills and

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Eligible For Geothermal Heating And Cooling? Let’s Find Out

Geothermal heating and cooling represents one of the most energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly ways to keep your East Texas home comfortable. Some homes are better suited for geothermal heating and cooling

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How Proper Ventilation Reduces Mold In the Home

Common household mold includes an assortment of fungi spread by airborne spores. It’s most likely to develop in climates where humidity exceeds 45 percent — common in East Texas —

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