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A leak in your home’s plumbing can create a lot of trouble if it goes unaddressed. While a leak in your ductwork isn’t about to create water damage in your home, it can seriously harm your comfort level and indoor air quality. While you won’t be able to find a duct leak on your own, …
Your heat and air system is the heart of your home. If it is operating in “like new” condition, you and your family live in comfort year after year. But if it’s older and getting even more rickety by the day, it can break down on you at any moment. Then nobody’s happy. At the …
We are headed into the heating season. If you’ve spent one year in this area, you know that the cold can arrive fast. That’s why it pays to make sure that you have a reliable heater. If you have a furnace that’s getting on in years, or maybe one you’ve had some trouble with the …
We know that things haven’t exactly been chilly lately, but fall is just around the corner. And with fall (and sometimes even before fall) comes a drop in temperature. So while the weather during the day may be warm for the moment, this means that now is actually the best time to get your heater maintenance …
No one wants to have to use candles to provide light in their home. While this might be great for a little dinnertime ambiance, it isn’t a good long-term solution. That is why it is great that we live in an era when we can flip a switch and turn on the lights! If you …
You wouldn’t want to pay a large chunk of money for a system that never met your home’s needs. You work hard to earn those funds—you want to make sure they’re put to good use. That’s why it is good not to rush into getting an air conditioner installation in Milwaukee, WI. Getting the wrong system, …
What would your air conditioner be without a good thermostat? Well, the truth is that you wouldn’t be able to use it at all! But what about if your thermostat is just faulty? While this is better than having no thermostat at all, it still certainly isn’t a good situation to be in. If your …
As we get closer to the first day of summer, you may be starting to use your air conditioner more often. The warm weather is only going to get warmer, after all. So, what do you do if something already seems to be causing problems with your AC this early in the year? Your best …
Would you ever run a race without any training beforehand? We’d hope the answer is no. You need to train to prepare for a big ordeal like that. Your AC unit needs that kind of preparation too. But rather than running laps, your AC’s “training regimen” consists of expert AC maintenance in Milwaukee. This service helps your …
Vote for your favorite charity now in our Capital Cares Charity Contest. Below, you can hear from Tricia’s Troops, one of this month’s charities. Tricia’s Troops Cancer Connection is a non-profit organization that provides financial assistance, service coordination and supportive care to cancer patients throughout southeast Wisconsin. We focus on the daily living challenges and out-of-pocket expenses …
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 …
