How Does a Heater Work? A San Jose Homeowner’s Guide Quick Answer: A heater works by converting energy into heat and distributing it throughout your home. Gas furnaces burn natural gas to create warmth, electric heaters use resistance coils like a toaster, and heat pumps transfer existing heat from outside [...]

Key Takeaways for San Jose Homeowners Cold Air: Check filters, thermostat, and call for professional help if igniter/refrigerant issues are suspected. Burning Smell: New systems or seasonal startups often burn off dust; persistent electrical smells require immediate attention. Short Cycling: Can indicate overheating from restricted airflow or an improperly sized [...]

Homeowners in Silicon Valley are in a perfect position to lead the national transition to cleaner, more efficient living. In the Bay Area, home electrification is no longer just an environmental preference; it’s quickly becoming an enforced necessity. With new rules phasing out gas appliances, an ever-growing list of local [...]

As California moves ever closer toward electrification, more homeowners in Silicon Valley and the South Bay are considering switching from a traditional furnace to a heat pump. With a statewide heat pump mandate in motion and rising temperatures bringing necessary change in how we heat and cool our homes, now [...]

TLDR; an AC blowing hot air is a common problem that can often result from the following errors: Thermostat: Is it set to “cool” and the temperature lower than the room? Air Filter: Is it dirty? A clogged filter restricts airflow, causing the coil to freeze. Outdoor Unit: Is the [...]

How do I lower humidity in the house? The short answer looks something like this: DIY Fixes: Run bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans, use your AC (with a clean filter), reduce indoor moisture sources like boiling water, and check for leaks. The Best Long-Term Solution: Modern heat pumps are highly [...]