Ask FRED: Experience More Allergy and Sinus Issues?

Hi, everyone! Winter is here. Your heating systems are running on overtime. Common questions we get this time of year are: Why is my skin so dry? Why am I experiencing more allergy and sinus issues? Why do I wake up with a sore throat? Humidity, or lack of it, is the culprit!! Heating systems typically zap the moisture out of the air, creating a …

Preparing Your Home For Winter

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Winter is quickly approaching. Getting your home ready for the cold and wet weather now can help you save big money down the road. Please consider being proactive with your home. The benefits of winter home preparation will be huge!
Have a certified HVAC technician inspect your Heat Pump to make sure that it is running to 100% efficiency. Make sure the filters are clean. An …

Ask FRED: Water, Water, Everywhere… What Can I Do?

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With the extreme amount of rain in the last few months in the Metro Area, houses are certainly feeling the effects. We, at FRED, are often asked by homeowners “What can be done to help this situation?”. Before I offer some suggestions, I thought it might make sense to explain exactly what is occurring. The ground water table exists naturally everywhere. As the rain saturates …