by Bryan Simning | Jan 16, 2019 | Gas Line Maintenance, Gas Line Repair, General, heat, Heating, HVAC
For millennia, civilizations around the world depended largely on wood fires for warmth. Even ancient systems for room heating, such as the Roman hypocaust, were reliant on the smoke generated by a vigorously burning fire. Today, we no longer depend primarily on wood...
by Bryan Simning | Jan 11, 2019 | heat, Heating, HVAC
In St Helena, we’re lucky enough to enjoy a few warm but not unbearably hot summer months per year. However, most of the time, we experience a temperate climate, which means we have no choice but to rely on our heating systems. Even when temperatures soar, we...
by Bryan Simning | Jan 7, 2019 | HVAC, HVAC System, HVACR
Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning solutions are an essential part of any home or commercial property, which could include office blocks, schools, hospitals, hotels and more. Essentially, HVAC systems allow you to maintain a comfortable indoor environment set...
by Bryan Simning | Jan 2, 2019 | HVAC, HVAC System, HVACR
When it comes to keeping your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter, how many options do you have? Sure, there’s plenty of variation to be found concerning heaters — some use natural gas for fuel, while others use oil or the power of electricity, such...
by Bryan Simning | Dec 31, 2018 | heat, Heating, HVAC
updated 12/13/22 When it comes to staying warm during the winter, most of us just stick with a standard furnace or heat pump. After all, there’s nothing wrong with following the rest of the crowd, and sometimes classics are classics for a reason. However,...
by Bryan Simning | Dec 26, 2018 | heat, Heating, HVAC
Whether you are dealing with weird furnace noises that you want to have checked out or have noticed an unexplained uptick in your heating bills, calling an HVAC technician to look at your furnace or heating system is probably a good idea. Annual heater checkups and...
