Schedule Your Annual Furnace Inspection Now. Photo of a construction or building contractor standing in front of a home that is being built.

Schedule Your Annual Furnace Inspection Now

October 30, 2025

What’s at the top of your fall to-do list in Alpena? Make sure it is your furnace.

Prepping your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for winter not only enhances your safety and your furnace’s efficiency, it can help keep your repair budget in line during cold weather.

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Prepare Your Michigan Home for Winter

Prepare Your Michigan Home for Winter

October 22, 2025

Michigan winters can be unpredictable, but one thing is certain—temperatures will drop, and your furnace will be working hard to keep your Alpena, home comfortable. That’s why October is the perfect time to schedule furnace maintenance.

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Furnace Maintenance and Winter Energy Saving Tips

Furnace Maintenance and Winter Energy Saving Tips

October 15, 2025

It’s understandable that home maintenance tasks can fall by the wayside. Many homeowners in Alpena, follow the old saying: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Life gets busy, and other priorities tend to creep in each month, eating away at your time and budget.

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4 Important Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

September 30, 2025

You could save 15-25% on your energy bill when you perform maintenance that supports ideal efficiency, over leaving your system neglected.

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5 Benefits of Geothermal for Your Alpena, Home or Business

5 Benefits of Geothermal for Your Alpena, Home or Business

September 22, 2025

When you care about Eastern Michigan’s environment, you know that heating and cooling your home or business efficiently with sustainable energy is more than just a nice gesture. It is an essential way to shrink your carbon footprint and help you tread lightly on planet Earth.

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Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits? A wall-mount mini-split heating and air conditioning unit installed in a new house. A modern heat pump, this unit heats a house in winter and cools in the summer. This type of system eliminates ductwork which is a primary source of inefficiency in a conventional system making this about 30% more efficient. This particular unit has an eye sensor which pans the room looking for hot or cold spots and directs the airflow accordingly.

Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits?

September 15, 2025

They’re called ductless mini splits because they don’t require ductwork and consist of two main components—a compact indoor air handler and an outdoor compressor—connected by refrigerant lines. This “split” design allows for efficient, targeted heating and cooling in specific areas.

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How Can I Afford a New AC System (and Other HVAC Equipment)?

How Can I Afford a New AC System and Other HVAC Equipment?

August 29, 2025

Let’s face it—buying a new air conditioning system or furnace isn’t exactly the kind of shopping spree you daydream about. There’s no “add to cart” satisfaction here—just a hefty price tag and a lot of questions.

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Benefits of Installing an Air Purification System in Your Alpena Home. Photo of someone wiping a table or floor with a yellow sponge.

Benefits of Installing an Air Purification System in Your Alpena Home

August 22, 2025

When you think about home comfort, you probably think of temperature first—but what about the quality of the air you’re breathing every day?

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5 Ways to Save Money on Your AC and Summer Energy Bill

5 Ways to Save Money on Your AC and Summer Energy Bill

August 18, 2025

With summertime in full force in Alpena, most residents are all looking to save some pennies wherever possible. So why not start with your costly energy bill? After all, the US Department of Energy says air conditioning can account for 35 to 40 percent of your utility bill.

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When Should I Replace My Air Conditioner In Alpena?

July 31, 2025

According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), replacing your decade-old unit could save you up to 50 percent on your monthly utility bill.

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