Posts by Tom Heath

In most American climates, winter is the time when HVAC filters need to be inspected and replaced most frequently. This is because, as furnaces and heat pumps are operating constantly to stay ahead of the cold, that much more air is circulating through the filter, leaving behind ample dust and debris to coat the filter.…

If you have to venture out in the winter when the roads are less than perfect, here are some common sense driving tips: Stay home. Only go out if necessary. Drive slowly. Always adjust your speed down to account for lower traction. Accelerate and decelerate slowly. Apply the gas slowly to regain traction. Increase your…

Over the Holidays, some strange things can start to happen. Some are funny and some are wildly inconvenient, and as a result, insurance brokers start seeing some unusual claims coming through. Here are some of the zaniest we’ve heard: Santa need to wipe his feet! One homeowner claimed damage to a carpet caused by sooty…