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Changing your air filter is probably the single most easy thing you can do to prevent your furnace and your wallet from dying a slow painful death. Most air filters cost less than $20 and take less than 2 minutes to change. But if DIY isn’t your jam, no worries checking your air filter is …
Capital understands the mechanics of your home’s air conditioner is only ONE part of the larger system that affects your comfort, health, safety & wallet. The best way to make accurate recommendations regarding your home air conditioning system is to look at the whole picture; that’s why our AC tune-up checklist has been called Milwaukee’s …
Metaphorically speaking, air duct cleaning is like a spiritual cleanse for your home; put the bad vibes behind you and start fresh. Literally speaking, the duct cleaning process is an actual cleanse for your air ducts. Removing the allergens, debris, and odor-causing contaminants from inside your home’s air ducts mean you can put health issues …
Signs of a Qualified HVAC Company I wish I knew then what I know now. Whether you’re researching AC replacement options or frantically searching “HVAC contractor near me” because your air conditioner just went kaput, at some point you’ll need to find a local heating and cooling company. When that time comes, you must make …
When it’s time for furnace replacement services, the majority of Wisconsin homeowners find themselves asking if an energy-efficient furnace worth it. Hands down, the answer is yes. To make it comfortably and affordably through Wisconsin winters, most opt for an energy-efficient furnace because of all the benefits compared to a single-stage furnace. Benefits of an …
Standard vs. High-Efficiency Gas Furnace Replacement Cost A standard-efficiency gas furnace costs $2,150-$5,900, according to the 2020 national averages, with most homeowners spending around $4,000. This may or may not include additional costs including permits, warranty, or necessary electrical work. A high-efficiency gas furnace on the other hand costs $6,000-$8,000. Despite the higher price tag, homeowners …
Cracks & Gaps Cost You Money & Compromise Your Comfort While the average American household spends more than $2,000 a year on energy costs, about $850 is wasted because of leaky air ducts. That’s a huge loss! At Capital, we can help you save hundreds of dollars a year by sealing up those leaky ducts …
Industry agencies are now recommending airborne contamination control for HVAC equipment. According to the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) “Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 through the air is sufficiently likely that airborne exposure to the virus should be controlled. Changes to building operations, including the operation of heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems, …
After Covid-19, a healthy environment is top of mind for customers & employees. Is your business ready? As the healthy at home order is being lifted in Wisconsin, many of us are left scratching our heads on how to get our customers back to buying and employees back to working. These indoor air quality tips …
With the coronavirus pandemic, Milwaukee area folks are spending a lot of time inside their home, limiting high priority purchases to buy necessities like food, medications and hygiene products. But what happens when we return to our place of refuge and the air we’re inhaling around the clock is contaminated with viruses, bacteria and allergens? Health professionals, …
The holidays are just around the corner—and thus begins the race to deep clean your home before your subtly judgmental relatives arrive. From scented trash bags to vacuuming the dog himself, you’ll do everything in your power to help your guests enjoy their time in your home and not be distracted by strange smells or …
All this smart home craziness people are talking about just seems like a lot of work, right? It’s like you need to be a rocket surgeon just to get your fridge to make ice. And I need an app for my toothbrush now? What?! That’s where Nest comes in. With the help of Google they …
Picture a dark and chilly Halloween night. You’re curled up on the couch with a monster movie marathon. You start to notice a faint smell, like a stagnant pond. Before you know it, a thick green fog envelopes the room. You try to get up, but you’re paralyzed with a fit of coughing and sneezing. …
We’re all looking for ways to save money, and “how to keep heat bills low in the winter?” is a question all Wisconsin homeowners could benefit from. Wisconsinites spend hundreds of dollars every month to heat their homes. At Capital Heating & Cooling we believe every penny counts that’s why we came up with these tips …
Whether you’re looking for an odor free Packer Party or a healthy hibernation plan for the long winter ahead, vent cleaning services top the list of things to do this Fall for Milwaukee homeowners. Fall Air Duct Cleaning Means Odor Free Packer Parties Whether it’s that beloved Packer Parties or Turkey dinner at your place …
That weird smell and bang, bang, bangity, bang noise…look, we all know someone who (ah, hem…) who waits until their heating system has a major malfunction before they give furnace maintenance services a second thought. So, while 90 minutes of tightening, lubricating and cleaning might sound like that questionable spa/dry cleaner downtown, it’s just what the doctor …
Ahhh Fall, the time of year when we break out the pumpkin spice e-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g (you know who you are), make holiday plans, think about costumes (a garbage bag still does not look like a California Raisin), and sooner or later turning the heat on (look, you can’t wear 8 layers forever). And, since your heat …
Are you the kind of person who can strike up conversation with just anyone? Like asking a total stranger what they think about the flaming hot Cheetos you’re buying. Or, talking to the guy in aisle 5 about bird feeders (which you know nothing about.) Maybe even helping the peculiar lady at Walgreen’s find the perfect …
With billions of products that are manufactured for endless hours every day, mistakes are destined to happen. Factory workers get tired, equipment fails, product designers make errors; it really doesn’t matter what the reason is, what matters is getting the defective product off the market. Hence Gree’s major recall on dehumidifiers. 6.7 Million Name Brand …
If your AC is over 20 years old, it uses a refrigerant that’s harming the earth’s ozone layer and therefore has been banned by the EPA and the U.S. government. In addition to harming our planet, your old air conditioner will continue to lose efficiency and you’ll likely end up paying more for AC repair …
When you’re investing in air duct cleaning service for your home, you deserve to know exactly what you’re getting for your money. Do you want a cheap quote and empty promises, or a fair price promised right up front … and the most thorough cleaning you can get in the Milwaukee area? Vent Counting vs. Flat Rate …
Yearly, Unless You Want To End Up Saying “Ouch” Well, how often should you have your teeth cleaned? I mean, they’re still chomping up that buttered popcorn (movie theater style of course), crisp apples and homemade toffee brittle (unless you bought it from the store because you’re not the next Martha Stewart), aren’t they? If …
416…the number of loads of laundry we do every year! As if we don’t hate laundry already, there are a few extra things to do the next time it’s laundry day. Take our advice, and you’ll be in good shape. We’re sure you’ve seen it on the news – dryers can pose a large safety …
Finally, spring has arrived! The snow is melting, the birds are chirping, the sun is shining… and your furnace keeps backfiring! Since when did that become part of the picture of spring? The average life expectancy of the typical home furnace is between 16 and 20 years. Getting a new furnace can be a major …
