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Why Does My Circuit Breaker Trip on Hot Days?
Circuit breakers in Atlanta area homes can trip for a number of different reasons. Some homeowners notice this problem tends to occur when the temperature outdoors is very hot and wonder if the heat has something to do...
How Can Tree Roots Affect Your Plumbing?
Did you know tree roots can cause significant plumbing problems, leading to extensive damage and very costly repairs? In our most recent blog, Estes Services explains just how tree roots impact buried plumbing components,...
The Benefits of Home Ventilation Systems
Air sealing and increased home energy efficiency often come at a price. Poor ventilation is an unintended consequence of efforts to conserve heating and cooling energy, which can lead to discomfort, poor indoor air...
Why Is My Air Conditioner Short Cycling?
Air conditioner short cycling is an issue that sometimes affects Atlanta households during the summer months. This HVAC system performance problem negatively impacts indoor comfort and causes damage to your air...
Signs Your House Needs Rewiring
A home’s electrical wiring lasts several decades with proper care. Because wiring can last 50 to 70 years or more, many homeowners will never have to have their home rewired. On the flip side, many homeowners do not...
How to Choose a Toilet for Your Home
Toilet replacement provides Atlanta homeowners the opportunity to change the aesthetics of their bathrooms and lower household water consumption. Many assume a toilet is just a toilet and all are created equally, but...
HVAC Airflow Problems in Commercial Properties (& How to Fix Them)
Creating a comfortable, balanced indoor environment within a commercial building can be a challenge. While a capable and reliable commercial heating and cooling system is needed to add and remove heat, the work performed...
Sustainability Tips for Commercial HVAC Systems that Save You Money
Companies throughout the Atlanta area are constantly seeking ways to improve operations and business practices with a focus on sustainability. Operating commercial facilities has a significant impact on the environment,...
Humidity Control in Your Workplace
It's been shown that environmental conditions inside a place of business impact employee performance, with positive increases in productivity realized through the help of commercial HVAC equipment. When it comes to the...
How to Save Money on Your Air Conditioning Bill
Once the weather starts to warm up across the Atlanta area, one thing is often on homeowners’ minds – how to save money on their air conditioning bill! There are many changes you can make to help your cooling system...
What to Do When Your Wall Socket Stops Working
When a wall socket stops working in any room of your Atlanta area home, this electrical issue can cause a serious inconvenience. There are several factors that can lead to a seemingly dead outlet, though sometimes the...