
Why Your Heating Bill Spikes in December: Southern Home Energy Efficiency Tips
As the holiday season approaches, many Southern homeowners notice an unwelcome surprise: a spike in their heating bills. Even in regions with milder winters, December
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As the holiday season approaches, many Southern homeowners notice an unwelcome surprise: a spike in their heating bills. Even in regions with milder winters, December

As cooler weather moves in, homeowners begin relying more heavily on their heating systems, fireplaces, gas appliances, and water heaters. While these systems keep your

If your AC is running but the house still feels sticky—and the vents blow out air more like a lukewarm porch breeze than a cool

Your energy bill jumped again, didn’t it? You’re staring at the number, wondering if it’s the AC’s fault or the heat that’s eating your budget.

Fall in the South brings unique challenges: warm, humid afternoons can still require cooling, while early cold fronts deliver chilly nights. That seasonal swing places

If your room feels muggy in the summer or oddly drafty in the winter, the ceiling fan direction is probably working against you. I can’t

So the screen’s frozen, the air’s not kicking on, and you’ve tapped that Honeywell faceplate so many times you’re worried you’ll smudge the gloss. I’ve

As leaves begin to hint at fall and the air takes on a crisp edge, Southern homeowners face one of the trickiest HVAC questions: When

You’re not imagining that earthy, wet-basement smell every time the AC kicks on. When mold takes hold inside or around air vents, it piggybacks on

Your mini split is throwing a blinking light at you. The bedroom still feels stuffy, and the outdoor unit is humming as if it’s thinking

The air feels warmer and heavier even though the thermostat says “Cool.” The vents whisper, but the air coming out is barely cool, and the

Your shower keeps fluctuating between lukewarm and scalding hot, and you’re wondering how to safely adjust your water heater without turning bath time into a

You’re not imagining the extra dust on the coffee table or the scratch in your throat when the system kicks on. I’ve walked into homes

You’re sweating, the vents are whispering nothing, and the thermostat has that stubborn look, as if it knows better than you. I’ve been there—came home

Let me tell you something that might surprise you: the air ducts in your home are working harder than you realize. After 20+ years in

September in the South is a season of transition. While summer’s intense heat may start to ease, lingering humidity and unpredictable weather patterns can keep

MORE ABOUT THE AUTHOR: PAT HAYES In Georgia’s hot, humid climate, having a well-functioning air conditioning system isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. While there

MORE ABOUT THE AUTHOR: PAT HAYES When it comes to keeping your home comfortable and energy-efficient, your HVAC system does a lot of heavy lifting.

MORE ABOUT THE AUTHOR: PAT HAYES As CEO of the ACS Family, I’ve spent years observing what separates exceptional HVAC service from the merely adequate.

MORE ABOUT THE AUTHOR: PAT HAYES As CEO of the ACS Family, I’ve spent countless hours analyzing what makes exceptional AC repair service in Georgia.

MORE ABOUT THE AUTHOR: PAT HAYES Complete Energy-Saving HVAC Guide Let me tell you something that might surprise you: your heating and cooling system is

Introduction: The Customer Story It was 10 p.m. on a sweltering Saturday in Covington when my phone rang. The Hendersons had been dealing with weak