The SmartHouse Blog

There is a lot of information to sift through when you are looking to make the smart choice for your next furnace or AC replacement or home improvement project. SmartHouse is dedicated to being your trusted resource for up to date information on the best practices, tips, and tricks, as well as the latest in building science and technology, and our blog is where you can find just about everything you’ll need.

As a heating and cooling contractor here in St. Louis that specializes in understanding the whole home as a system, we understand what it takes to get your home to perform at its very best, while using the least amount of energy possible to keep it comfortable all year round. From helping you find the best air conditioner or air purifier to install in your home, to how to get rid of the condensation on your windows, to the inner workings of an energy efficient heat pump, the SmartHouse blog is where your questions are answered.

June 12, 2023

How to Stay Cool and Comfortable in a Heatwave

How to stay cool and comfortable in a heatwave. It seems like every summer we hear about more record-setting highs in temperature. In addition to causing health concerns, heatwaves can make the inside of your home unbearable and cause your energy bills to skyrocket. Unfortunately, there’s no magic wand you can wave to make the outside heat go away. There Read more...
June 12, 2023

Variable Capacity ACs: The Future of Home Cooling

Variable Capacity ACs: The Future of Home Cooling. If you’re considering replacing your air conditioner, you’ve likely heard the term “variable capacity” used at some point. But what are variable capacity ACs? Why are they taking over the home cooling market? While single stage ACs operate with an on/off function and two-stage ACs have high/low/off settings, variable capacity ACs use Read more...
June 12, 2023

How Whole House Dehumidifiers Help With Allergies and Asthma

How Whole House Dehumidifiers Help With Allergies and Asthma. If you suffer from asthma and allergies, you’re probably used to the humidity and heat triggering your symptoms. While most people in St. Louis accept the high humidity outdoors as a fact of life, no one wants their home to be a source of discomfort. High indoor humidity levels can affect Read more...
May 2, 2023

Top AC Accessories to Enhance Your Home Cooling

Top AC Accessories to Enhance Your Home Cooling. Summer is a season of warmth, sunshine, and fun activities, but it can also be accompanied by unbearable heat, especially indoors. Anyone who’s been inside a St. Louis home in the summer understands the importance of a well-functioning air conditioner. But many homeowners don’t know that there are a range of additional Read more...
May 2, 2023

The Pros and Cons of Portable Dehumidifiers vs. Whole-House Dehumidifier

The Pros and Cons of Portable Dehumidifiers vs. Whole-House Dehumidifiers. Dehumidifiers are an essential tool in maintaining the comfort and health of your home. However, with so many options on the market, many St. Louis homeowners may be unsure about what’s best for them. Do I need a whole-house dehumidifier? Isn’t it cheaper just to get a portable one? That Read more...
May 2, 2023

Home Comfort in the Dog Days of Summer: AC Tips for Pet Owners

Home Comfort in the Dog Days of Summer: AC Tips for Pet Owners. We owe it to our furry family members to keep them, ourselves, and our homes healthy, comfortable, and cool. While pets bring a lot of joy and companionship to our lives, the fur, dander, and dust that come with them can reduce indoor air quality and put Read more...
April 14, 2023

Is an HVAC Maintenance Plan Really Necessary?

Is an HVAC maintenance plan really necessary? Any St. Louis homeowner has seen, and likely considered, ads from HVAC companies telling them of the importance of an annual maintenance plan in keeping their heating and cooling systems running and their home comfortable. You may be thinking, do I really need an HVAC maintenance plan? The answer is: yes and no. Read more...
April 14, 2023

Top Air Conditioner Service Scams to Watch Out For

Top Air Conditioner Service Scams to Watch Out For. As a leading provider of air conditioner services in St. Louis, we understand how important it is to maintain the quality and efficiency of your cooling system. However, there are some unscrupulous service providers out there who are looking to take advantage of unsuspecting customers. In this blog, we’ll highlight the Read more...
April 14, 2023

Failed AC? How to Make Lemonade From Your Lemon

Failed AC? How to Make Lemonade From Your Lemon. At some point, almost every homeowner experiences the frustration of a broken air conditioner. Whether it’s in the middle of summer or when you first start to use it again in the spring, a failed AC unit can quickly turn your home into an uncomfortable environment. But fear not – with Read more...
March 7, 2023

Meet The Daikin Fit

Meet the Daikin Fit. As homeowners become more conscious of energy efficiency and the impact of their HVAC systems on the environment, manufacturers are innovating new solutions to meet the demand for greener heating and cooling options. One such solution is the Daikin Fit, a variable capacity HVAC system that offers St. Louis homeowners a range of benefits over traditional Read more...

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