Home Tips

Cold winter nights are quickly approaching. During the cold winter nights, your heating system becomes the most valuable equipment in your home. However, If it is running poorly, that means less comfort (not to mention, a higher increase in your power bill). Here are...

All rooms are not alike. Some are warmer when you'd rather they be cool, some are cooler when you'd rather them be warm. How is this happening? A number of variables could be having an impact. For example, direct exposure to sunlight heats up a room- good in winter,...

Since Environmental Protection Agency studies have shown that levels of air pollutants indoors may be much greater than outdoor air pollution, a better questions might be... "How much of a health risk is my home?" The average person spends as much as 90% of their time...

Some things are too hot to handle, and home fires are one of them. They pose a very real threat to homeowners-yet, like many things, fire safety isn't thought about until it is too late. Since statistics show that over 3,500 Americans die each year in fires, that's a...

Home life can be busy in the Fall, and that often means more people are gathering there. Yet there are many hidden dangers that can cause illness or injury before we know it. So, give your home a once over for safety issues that you may have overlooked, and take steps...

We’ve all heard, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Though it contains a certain amount of homespun charm, there are “fixes” that don’t have anything to do with them being broke. They are called upgrades and improvements. You don’t wait for termites to eat through...

Routine air conditioning tune-ups are among the best home investments you can make. That’s because tune-ups improve your system’s efficiency and increase its lifespan, saving you operating dollars and keeping you comfortable at the same time. Not only that, you can...

You have heard about food allergies, of course. Wheat, egg, milk, and peanuts are among the substances that can send quite a few folks into reactions that are quite hard to swallow. But did you know that some foods can help with allergies of the airborne type? When...

How can you spend less money and NOT save on dollar bills? Well, it makes sense when you are shopping for higher-priced purchases that may require maintenance or operating costs. There are three things to remember when considering buying big-ticket buys: 1. Purchase...

There is nothing like taking a deep, satisfying breath of the fresh spring air. Now imagine taking that same deep breath in your home getting a lungful of air that is…stale, slightly scented, or even sticky? Wait, that does not seem right, does it? Unfortunately, it...

You’d think twice about putting a new engine in a old car, right? But many households do not take this same approach when it comes to their heating and cooling systems. They purchase new, high-efficiency heating and cooling equipment and then attach it to a clunker of...

Spring is in the air and so are pollen, dust, and a host of other airborne particles. It makes my lungs cower just thinking about it! So, it is no wonder spring-cleaning fever strikes at this time of year. But if you are neglecting one especially important part of...

Sometimes, when you're sneezing, nursing a sore throat, you'd just like to curl up at home and recuperate with a cup of hot tea. Oddly, however, the very home where you seek soothing comfort could actually be the source of your symptoms. One of today's more serious...

Nature has ways of letting you know what's going on. Like with the change from Summer to Fall, the signs are there. The leaves on the trees lose their Summer green, leaving behind the red, yellow, orange, and brown that you think of as the Fall landscape. The days get...

There's no sound. There's no color. There's no smell. There's no taste. It's a poison lurking in your home. Carbon Monoxide is a gas produced by burning gasoline, wood, propane, charcoal, or other fuels. Improperly ventilated appliances in a tightly sealed or enclosed...

Some things are too hot to handle, and home fires are one of them. They pose a very real threat to homeowners-yet, like many things, fire safety isn't thought of until it is too late. Statistics show that over3500 Americans die each year in fires, that's a dangerous...

Homelife can be busy in the Fall, and that often means more people are gathering there. Yet there are many hidden dangers that can cause illness or injury before we know it. So, give your home a once over for safety sites that you may have overlooked, and take these...

There is no getting around it, the Carolina Heat is on its way! This summer prepare your home and your wallet before it starts. Change Your Filter When clogged air filters work harder, more energy is being used. When more energy is being used, your energy bill will...

Wouldn't it be nice if we could see into the future? For many, they would like to see the "bad" that could happen in the future just to "prevent" or "avoid" what could happen. Unfortunately, there is no way to truly see what could happen in the future, however, there...

Choosing an HVAC Specialist is hard work and can often take a lot of time. In our service area, there are many HVAC companies that seem to "pop" up overnight. You never know what you will get. Here are the top 3 Reasons you should choose Parker Heating and Air...

Even if your filter only requires you to change it every three months, changing your filter once a month has its benefits. These benefits will help you, your home and your family both now and for years to come. Here are the FOUR Benefits of changing your filter. 1 -...

The best way to keep your HVAC system efficient, reliable and safe is to have safety inspections performed at least two times a year, this is possible with a maintenance plan. Safety Inspections help ensure your system is doing everything it is supposed to do. We...

There's no denying that fresh air is essential to everyone - we all need it to survive. Have you ever thought about the air you and your family are breathing inside your home? You may think that the air quality where you live is fine, but did you know way too often,...

In times of rising energy costs and rapidly depleting fossil fuels, making your Rock Hill air conditioner more efficient will reduce your energy usage, make your home more comfortable, save money, and possibly help to save the environment. No matter what kind of air...