/index.php en support@rocketmediastudios.com Copyright 2010 2010-09-01T22:14:14+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/garbage_disposal_tips/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/garbage_disposal_tips/#When:22:14:14Z Garbage disposals are great appliances to have. But if you don’t operate or maintain it properly, it can require expensive repairs and cause drain nightmares. Plumbing 2010-09-01T22:14:14+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/water_heater_maintenance_flush_fill/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/water_heater_maintenance_flush_fill/#When:20:39:50Z Maintenance on your water heater is recommended. According to many major water heater manufacturers, the storage tank in your water heater needs to be drained and flushed free of sediment every 6 to 12 months. 2010-08-26T20:39:50+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/increase_your_air_conditioners_efficiency_and_decrease_your_usage/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/increase_your_air_conditioners_efficiency_and_decrease_your_usage/#When:16:07:06Z We’ve had a hot summer - air conditioners running around the clock! With the current state of the economy most of us are trying to cut costs in any way we can. 2010-08-18T16:07:06+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/important_information_all_homeowners_should_know/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/important_information_all_homeowners_should_know/#When:15:30:37Z We all try to take care of our homes as best we can, but most of us are not experts in home repair and maintenance. Busy lives and schedules make it all too easy to neglect certain areas of our homes. 2010-08-13T15:30:37+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/homeowner_plumbing_tips/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/homeowner_plumbing_tips/#When:18:21:28Z Homeownership means not only understanding the different systems in your home but also knowing what regular maintenance is necessary to ensure safe, efficient operation of these systems. 2010-08-04T18:21:28+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/energy_efficient_guide_to_heating_cooling/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/energy_efficient_guide_to_heating_cooling/#When:16:22:33Z As much as half of the energy used in your home goes to heating and cooling. So making smart decisions about your home’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system can have a big effect on your utility bills – and on your comfort! 2010-07-21T16:22:33+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/maximize_your_home_comfort/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/maximize_your_home_comfort/#When:20:28:14Z Did you know that by adjusting your thermostat a few degrees when you are away from home or in bed at night can save you money in your monthly utility bills? 2010-07-15T20:28:14+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/the_cost_of_a_leak/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/the_cost_of_a_leak/#When:16:15:45Z The average family of four uses 600 gallons of water a day, 18,000 gallons of water per month, and approximately 216,000 gallons a year [1&2]. 2010-07-09T16:15:45+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/7_home_repairs_you_dont_want_to_ignore/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/7_home_repairs_you_dont_want_to_ignore/#When:20:41:07Z Home ownership is a big investment for most of us. Because it’s expensive many of us put off repairs. Some repairs, however, should not be ignored or delayed because they can lead to even more costly repairs in the future. 2010-07-02T20:41:07+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/heating_cooling_system_tips/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/heating_cooling_system_tips/#When:22:10:54Z Being an educated homeowner is one of the best ways to maintain value in your home and to keep your home running smoothly and efficiently, especially with regards to your heating and cooling system. 2010-06-25T22:10:54+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/common_air_conditioner_problems/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/common_air_conditioner_problems/#When:17:46:19Z Central air conditioning systems are built pretty rugged to withstand tough conditions, however, there are several reasons why they might fail. If your system fails, first begin by checking any fuses or circuit breakers. 2010-06-16T17:46:19+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/summer_plumbing_tips/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/summer_plumbing_tips/#When:15:37:45Z Warm, summer days bring out many homebuyers in search of their dream home. Often new homebuyers find out too late that the home of their dreams is actually the stuff of nightmares, riddled with water leakages and/or poor plumbing systems. 2010-06-09T15:37:45+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/shop_smart_-_find_rebates_and_other_incentives/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/shop_smart_-_find_rebates_and_other_incentives/#When:16:45:47Z Buying energy efficient appliances these days is just plain smart! You’re not only saving the environment by using fewer natural resources, but you’re also saving money in your pocket through lower utility bills. 2010-06-03T16:45:47+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/easy_water_heater_maintenance/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/easy_water_heater_maintenance/#When:17:04:45Z There are some things you can do on your own, however, having a plumber periodically check your water heater is an important part of water heater maintenance.   2010-05-24T17:04:45+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/why_do_i_need_to_change_my_air_filter_and_how_do_i_do_it/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/why_do_i_need_to_change_my_air_filter_and_how_do_i_do_it/#When:22:04:36Z Why do I need to change my air filter? Regularly changing the air filter in your air conditioning unit is essential to not only for the continued efficiency of your system but also affects indoor air quality and the longevity of your system. General 2010-05-17T22:04:36+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/signs_that_you_should_call_a_professional_plumber/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/signs_that_you_should_call_a_professional_plumber/#When:16:52:42Z Our homes are compromised of a series of complex systems. These systems all require special care and maintenance. One system in particular, the plumbing system, requires particular care if there is a problem. Most plumbing repairs will require a professional plumber. General 2010-05-13T16:52:42+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/get_the_most_out_of_your_air_conditioning_system_this_summer/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/get_the_most_out_of_your_air_conditioning_system_this_summer/#When:18:09:12Z During the hot days of summer your air conditioning system works extra hard to keep up with your comfort demands. There are several ways that you can help take some of the stress off your system and help it work more efficiency. Less energy means lower utility bills, too! General 2010-05-07T18:09:12+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/is_the_air_in_your_home_healthy/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/is_the_air_in_your_home_healthy/#When:17:35:54Z Americans are becoming increasingly aware of the problems with indoor air quality and are looking for solutions. According to the American Lung Association, we spend on average 70% of our time indoors and the quality of the air indoors can be up to FIVE TIMES worse than the air outside! General 2010-04-30T17:35:54+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/money_energy_and_time_saving_websites/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/money_energy_and_time_saving_websites/#When:23:43:56Z In tough economic times, people are looking to save money. We’ve all experienced the downturn of the economy and are looking for ways to cut back on expenses. General 2010-04-27T23:43:56+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/bathroom_water_damage_prevention_tips/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/bathroom_water_damage_prevention_tips/#When:21:06:36Z According to research, seventy-five percent of all household water use occurs in the bathroom, making it the most likely place for water damage to occur. Some simple tips along with regular inspection can help prevent major problems from occurring and keep maintenance costs to a minimum. General 2010-04-15T21:06:36+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/value_of_maintenance_agreements/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/value_of_maintenance_agreements/#When:14:55:08Z There is nothing better for your heating and/or air conditioning system than preventive maintenance. Preventive maintenance allows your system to work at peak efficiency year in and year out. A system that is maintained annually will experience in most cases, considerably fewer breakdowns. 2010-04-07T14:55:08+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/fix_that_leak/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/fix_that_leak/#When:02:39:57Z Slow drips of water can add up quickly and can cause extensive damage to your home before it is even noticed. Fix leaks as soon as you find them. 2010-03-25T02:39:57+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/home_energy_myths/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/home_energy_myths/#When:21:51:58Z Many of us are looking for ways to be more energy efficient around our homes in addition to saving money on utility bills.  With this increased concern for energy conservation and cost cutting, a lot of tips are circulating on how to accomplish this. 2010-03-18T21:51:58+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/csi_comfort_service_investigators/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/csi_comfort_service_investigators/#When:15:46:58Z Do you need a CSI? Is your water bill suddenly a lot higher?  Are some rooms in your home just not as comfortable as you would like them to be, too hot or too cold?  Are you concerned about the quality of air you are breathing?  Is your home too dry this winter? Is your heating system not working?  Our qualified “Comfort Service Investigators” can investigate all of these issues. 2010-03-11T15:46:58+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/heating_cooling_service_checklist/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/heating_cooling_service_checklist/#When:16:44:08Z You can help the technician accurately and quickly diagnose your heating and cooling unit’s problem by having some crucial information handy.  When the service technician arrives at your home you should be prepared to provide certain important facts to him/her. 2010-03-04T16:44:08+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/make_your_home_more_energy_efficient/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/make_your_home_more_energy_efficient/#When:23:25:24Z Making your home more energy efficient can save you money while helping conserve natural resources.  Most of us are willing to perform energy efficient practices we just don’t always know which ones can actually make the biggest difference. 2010-02-26T23:25:24+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/advantages_of_a_programmable_thermostat/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/advantages_of_a_programmable_thermostat/#When:18:29:57Z Adjusting your thermostat a few degrees when you are away from home or during the night can save you money in your monthly utility bills.  You can save as much as 1% on your utility bills for each degree if the setback period is eight hours long. General 2010-02-09T18:29:57+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/energy_saving_tips/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/energy_saving_tips/#When:18:25:44Z Heating and cooling your home uses more energy and drains more energy dollars than any other system in your home.  Typically, 43% of your utility bill goes for heating and cooling systems. General 2010-02-05T18:25:44+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/frozen_pipe_prevention/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/frozen_pipe_prevention/#When:15:16:24Z When water freezes it also expands. This expansion puts tremendous pressure on whatever is containing it, including metal or plastic pipes. Expanding water can cause pipes to break, no matter what the strength of the container. General 2010-01-11T15:16:24+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/ways_to_save_on_your_energy_bill_this_winter/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/ways_to_save_on_your_energy_bill_this_winter/#When:16:26:16Z Winter, with its blustery, cold weather is just around the corner. Soon we’ll be dragging the sweaters out of our closets and turning the heat on in our houses. No one looks forward to being hit with the large energy bills that result from heating our homes. There are some simple things that we can do to help lower our energy bills this winter. 2009-10-06T16:26:16+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/preventative_drain_maintenance/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/preventative_drain_maintenance/#When:16:23:33Z Clearing a clogged drain can be a major hassle and one of the most common plumbing problems homeowners face. If there's a total blockage of the drain, then the sink, toilet, shower, or tub will be filled with water and the blockage will have to be removed through that. 2009-10-01T16:23:33+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/protect_your_family_from_the_danger_of_co_poisoning/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/protect_your_family_from_the_danger_of_co_poisoning/#When:15:33:15Z The weather is starting to cool, especially in the evenings and most of us won’t think a thing about going to our thermostat and changing our system over to heat. If you have a furnace or boiler, you might have a slight burning odor when you first turn it on but this eventually goes away. 2009-09-24T15:33:15+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/water_conservation_and_heating_tips/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/water_conservation_and_heating_tips/#When:18:28:13Z Water heating is the second highest energy cost in your house next to heating and cooling, not to mention a precious natural resource. Although the cost of water itself may not seem like much, if you have a leak you could be spending more money out of pocket than you realize and wasting gallons of water each day. 2009-09-17T18:28:13+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/instant_hot_water_and_energy_savings/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/instant_hot_water_and_energy_savings/#When:16:53:59Z Next to heating and cooling, heating water is the highest energy user in your home. On average, households will spend $400-600 per year on heating water. New technology enables homes to have instant hot water and decrease water heating costs by up to 50% by installing a Tankless Water Heater. General 2009-09-10T16:53:59+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/conducting_your_own_home_energy_audit/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/conducting_your_own_home_energy_audit/#When:19:12:45Z A do-it-yourself energy audit is something easy you can do yourself. You’ll be saving energy and money by performing a few easy checks. When you perform an energy audit make sure to keep a checklist of areas you have inspected and any problems you have found. This list will help you to prioritize any tasks or upgrades you may be considering. 2009-09-08T19:12:45+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/heating_system_replacement_and_money-saving_tips/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/heating_system_replacement_and_money-saving_tips/#When:17:16:28Z Heating a home is the largest energy expense in most homes, and it accounts for two-thirds of annual energy bills in cold climates. Experts are predicting the cost of heating your home, both with electricity and natural gas, to rise again just as it did this past winter. 2009-08-28T17:16:28+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/water_energy_saving_tips/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/water_energy_saving_tips/#When:17:17:31Z Next to heating and cooling, water heating is typically the largest energy user in the home. As homes have become more and more energy efficient during the last 20 years, the percentage of energy used for water heating has steadily increased. 2009-08-21T17:17:31+00:00 http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/do_i_have_mold_growing_in_my_home/ http://www.weathermasterhvac.com/blog/article/do_i_have_mold_growing_in_my_home/#When:20:55:46Z Outdoors molds play a part in the natural environment by breaking down dead organic matter, such as fallen leaves or dead trees. Inside, however, mold growth should be avoided! Molds reproduce by means of tiny spores, which are invisible to the naked eye as they float through the indoor and outdoor air. Mold may begin growing indoors when mold spores land on surfaces that are wet. Molds only grow when there is moisture present. 2009-08-13T20:55:46+00:00