What is Geothermal heat and how does it work?

geothermal heat

What is Geothermal heating/Cooling? Geo is for geological and thermal means heat. Geothermal is an eco-friendly way to heat and cool spaces that uses the latent temperature difference that exist between above ground air and below ground soil temperatures. So geothermal heating is the process of using the environment to heat and cool our homes. … Read more

Keep the home fires burning!

Fireplace

Somethings to consider before you strike the match to light the fire. As a home inspector, I often talk to people about their chimney and fireplace as part of my inspection. It is something that many of us give little thought to during the year. Before long many of us will be stoking up the … Read more

A Smart Thermostat a Smart Decision

Nest Smart Thermostat

Being green has never been easier. We live in a world where technology is all around us. Our homes have always been a frontier of the next new gadget. For many years smart technology, such as automation and smart controls for heating/cooling may have been too expensive for the average homeowner. Now that has all … Read more

Have you checked the antifreeze in your…house?

ice

That is right, if you live anywhere in the northern section of the United States you may have antifreeze in your house. Recently we have had some very cold conditions where the temperature has dropped below freezing. Freezing temperatures of below zero degrees can pose a risk for freezing and burst pipes. Many of us … Read more