How to Change a Thermostat Battery

Having a dead or dying thermostat battery can be a frustrating situation, causing your HVAC system to function intermittently or even become unresponsive. Worse still, modern “smart” thermostats often require battery replacement much more often than their analog ancestors....

Indoor Air Quality and Academic Performance

While education facilities exist to motivate, engage and promote learning, many schools and universities across the nation still suffer from poor indoor air quality. A large range of building conditions such as water damage, lack of humidity control and...

How Does a Water Heater Work

Most homes in the United States rely on a conventional storage water heater for their hot water. These are usually either electric or natural gas, depending upon which energy source is less expensive in a given area. Although they...

Symptoms of a Dirty Coil

The evaporator coil is one part of an air conditioner that can cause problems when long-term maintenance is neglected. Its job is to absorb heat from your living space and transfer it elsewhere. When it becomes dirty, its ability...

Home Comfort Resolutions for 2020

Homeowners who want to increase their indoor comfort don’t need to spend a lot. In fact, there are some simple ways to achieve a more comfortable and reliable response from your heating and air conditioning system. Get started with...

What To Do If My Furnace Keeps Turning Off

Having problems with your heating system can be exasperating, especially if it is leaving you in the cold. One common problem you may encounter is that your furnace keeps turning off. It blows out a little bit of heat...

What to Do Before Turning on Your Furnace

While your furnace has been sitting unused, it has gathered dust inside. This decreases its efficiency and can cause fires. Before you turn on your furnace for the year, do these four things to correctly prep it for safe...

What to Know Before Purchasing a New Air Conditioner

When it comes to making sure your home is always comfortable, your AC system plays a huge role. If you’re thinking about upgrading to a new air conditioner from Evans Mechanical, here’s what you need to do first. When...

Which AC System is Best for You?

If you’ve decided to make your home or commercial space more comfortable, you’ll need to find the right AC system. Read on to learn about some of the most common options on the market today. Window AC Units Window...

3 Tips for Greater Energy Efficiency

The concept of energy efficiency is beneficial for many reasons. By taking a few steps to lower your carbon footprint, you could find yourself saving the environment and lowering your utility bills. Consider the following ways to improve your...