Whether you love winter or you hate it, this cold season is right around the corner. While you’re probably already getting yourself ready (time to break out the hats and gloves!) it is important to make sure that you are also getting your home ready for the cold. Here are eight tips to help winterize your home. Continue reading
The weather is cooling down, the kiddos are going back to school, and fall is less than a month away! With September in full swing, it’s time to start prepping our homes for fall. Without further ado, here’s some tips and tricks to save energy this season, starting with your home appliances, heating, and lighting. Continue reading
A furnace is in your home to help heat it. A furnace filter is in your home to ensure that the air you are breathing is of a good quality. There are an abundance of furnace filter types. There are disposable and non-disposable. Among these there is a rating that the filters are given to tell how high the quality of the filter is. The higher the number the better the quality.
Supco has launched a new and improved LINEBACKER Surge Protector that has been updated to meet a broader range of needs! We’re going to tell you what’s changed and how this updated surge protector is the best option for you!
The LBK10 Linebacker surge protector uses state of the art TPMOV (Mersen) technology that’s made with the ability to remove your equipment from damaging surges. This surge protector provides the best solution that your surge protector needs. If the surge protector detects an over-voltage, under-voltage, lost neutral or ground, it won’t allow power to the surge protector or equipment until the condition is resolved.
Stormy weather, service work, and even that sneaky squirrel chewing on the lines can all cause power flickers, fluctuations, and of course outages. We sit and wait, wondering “When’s the power going to come back on?”
But there’s another question that comes to mind for us and that’s “Is my home protected for when the power does come back on?”
Since it is winter time checking your home’s thermostat is almost a daily activity. Even though we only really check our furnace’s thermostat to make sure our homes stay cozy and warm. Our major appliances have to use more than 8 thermostats a day! So let’s take a moment to learn about all the thermostats that keep your appliances running smoothly and that make your life easier!
As the cold mornings begin to set in and we spend that few extra minutes to defrost our cars, it is evident that winter is not as far away as it may seem. With that being said, it is important to make sure your furnace is ready for when the cold mornings start turning into days. Doing a few maintenance checks, cleaning, and replacements will ensure your furnace is fully functional for the winter months. It is highly recommended to begin this process sooner rather than later to avoid having problems at inconvenient times. Make sure to disconnect your furnace from its power source, and then follow the tips below to get started! Continue reading
As the cooler temperatures start creeping in, you’ll likely be turning on the heat soon. You also probably already know that the temperature you set your thermostat to can have a major effect on your wallet. You might remember we shared something a little while back where we talked about the best temperatures to set your Air Conditioning, and today we’re going to share a few similar tips for your furnace. Continue reading
As much as many of us would like to hang on to summer, Fall is just about here and with that brings cooler days, longer nights, and for those of us farther North changing leaves and frosty mornings. With the changing of the seasons, there’s some prep to be done.
Check your Gutters – Clean out any leaves or debris that may have collected up there to make sure that they drain properly. While you’re up there, you should also check for any damage and repair or replace pieces as necessary. To prevent leaves from collecting and clogging them, consider installing mesh guards. Continue reading
This week’s Product Pick of the Week has a lot to do with how to keep your home warm this winter season. Your furnace is the least-visited but maybe most important appliance in your household. Check out how your furnace igniters and flame sensors work to keep your home toasty-warm! Continue reading
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