SmartHouse Heating and Cooling Blog

May 4, 2021

How to Get Your Home Ready for a Hot Summer

(View as a downloadable PDF version) St. Louis summers can be real scorchers, and if your home isn’t up to the challenge, you could be in for a long couple of months of expensive cooling bills and low indoor comfort. Here are some tips to get your home ready for hot weather.

Spring AC Maintenance

An AC maintenance visit from SmartHouse can help you avoid unexpected and inconvenient cooling system ... Read More
February 12, 2021

5 Signs Your Home Needs Air Purification or Ventilation

(View as a downloadable PDF version) If you are concerned about the health and cleanliness of the air you breathe at home, you’re not alone! Homeowners all across St. Louis are wondering how to make their homes healthier—be on the lookout for these signs of poor indoor air quality (IAQ) that indicate your home could benefit from air filtration, purification, or ventilation to clean the air that circulates through your home and your heating and cooling systems. 

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February 2, 2021

How Insulation Provides Year Round Comfort

  1. Did you know that it has been estimated that 90% of homes in North America are under-insulated?
  2. Insulation can increase the comfort of your home, save you on your energy costs, and upgrade your indoor air quality.
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January 21, 2021

How We Can Help You Stay Warm in Your Home This Winter, While Saving Money

Now that the holidays are over and Christmas Vacation is no longer playing every three hours on cable, the reality of another long cold winter is upon the homes of Richmond Heights, University City, Webster Groves, and the rest of the St. Louis area. And while Clark Griswold may be the archetype of what not to do during the holidays, there is one clue in Christmas VacationRead More
January 7, 2021

4 Signs It Is Time To Upgrade your Attic Insulation

When considering all of the different systems within a home that contribute to keeping it comfortable and protected from the outdoor elements, the attic usually doesn’t jump to the top of the list. However, the insulation in your attic can affect the overall comfort of your entire home in ways you may not expect—and if your attic insulation can affect your comfort, it can affect your wallet, too.  Fortunately, there are signs ... Read More