We’ve all been there: one person is sneaking over to bump the thermostat up a few degrees while someone else is quietly turning it right back down. What feels perfectly comfortable to one family member can feel like the Arctic tundra to another. Before long, control over the thermostat becomes the center of an ongoing household debate.
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from the breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water. It’s found in trace amounts all over the globe. However, while radon may be harmless at low levels, it becomes a major health hazard when it accumulates inside homes and buildings, especially in enclosed spaces like…
Most homes in , are well-insulated, helping your heating and cooling system run more efficiently. A tightly sealed home prevents conditioned air from escaping, allowing your home to maintain a consistent temperature for longer periods. That means your air conditioner (AC), furnace, or heat pump can run less to keep you comfortable. A well-insulated home…
Everyone from the Old Farmer’s Almanac to the U.S. Department of Agriculture is forecasting a milder-than-normal winter for the Pacific Northwest. That’s good news for businesses in Bremerton, WA, and surrounding communities. If you own commercial property, you might just get a break on energy consumption and heating costs. Your system won’t have to run…
Here at , we enjoy beautiful scenery, a strong sense of community, and delicious barbecues. What don’t we enjoy? The humidity. If you’ve lived here for any length of time, you’re well aware of the battle we wage against moisture in the air, especially during those brutal months from July to September. We call this…
Is your , home ready for the next summer heat wave? With extended heat waves in the weather forecast across the greater region and other parts of the country, maintaining healthy indoor air quality (IAQ) is crucial. Here’s a guide to the best IAQ products for keeping your home comfortable during an extended heat dome.…
Your AC cannot make up its mind. One minute, it runs. Then it stops. Then it runs again. If this story sounds familiar, you’re not alone. This frustrating air conditioner behavior, known as “short cycling,” is a common problem for homeowners in , and across . Consider it a red flag waving vigorously, signaling that…
When most people think about wildfire season, they picture flames, evacuation notices, and communities directly in the path of a fire. While those situations are certainly serious, there’s another risk that regularly goes unnoticed: wildfire smoke. In , wildfire season typically stretches from June through October, and even fires burning hundreds of miles away can…
It’s another hot summer day in , and you feel like you might melt. Your air conditioner is not doing its job. It’s acting a bit icy. Seeing frost on your AC unit can be alarming, and you might be scratching your head wondering what went wrong. While several culprits can lead to a frozen…
It’s another sweltering August afternoon in Bremerton, WA. No breeze to enjoy, as a blanket of humidity makes the air feel heavy.
You walk over to your thermostat, flip on your heat pump set to cooling mode, and wait for that crisp, refreshing relief.
Instead, a lukewarm trickle of air drifts out of the vents. Your heat pump is blowing warm air, and the indoor temperature is climbing fast.