Resources & Trusted Companies

Helpful tips to keep your home in great shape, plus a directory of trusted local service providers we recommend.

Maintenance Tips

Tips for Keeping Your HVAC System in Top Shape

1

Change Your Filter Regularly

Check your furnace or AC filter every month and replace it every 1–3 months. A clogged filter reduces airflow, strains your system, and drives up energy bills. It’s the single easiest thing you can do to extend equipment life.

2

Schedule Annual Tune-Ups

Have your furnace inspected every fall and your AC serviced every spring. Annual maintenance catches small issues before they become costly repairs and keeps your system running at peak efficiency.

3

Keep Units Clear of Debris

Maintain at least 2 feet of clearance around your outdoor AC unit. Remove leaves, grass clippings, and clutter regularly. Blocked airflow causes the system to work harder and can lead to compressor failure.

4

Use a Programmable Thermostat

A smart or programmable thermostat can reduce energy use by 10–15% by automatically adjusting temperatures when you’re asleep or away. It’s one of the best investments for long-term savings.

5

Don’t Ignore Unusual Noises

Banging, rattling, squealing, or grinding sounds are warning signs. Banging on startup often means dirty burners — a fire and carbon monoxide risk. Don’t wait. Call a technician at the first sign of trouble.

6

Watch Your Energy Bills

A sudden spike in your gas or electric bill often means your system is working harder than it should — possibly due to a failing part, dirty coils, or refrigerant loss. If your bill jumps without an obvious reason, get your system inspected.

Service Directory

Trusted Local Companies

HVAC — Heating & Cooling

Westland Furnace LLCWestland, MI

Canton Furnace LLCCanton, MI

Dearborn Furnace & ACDearborn, MI

Farmington Hills Furnace & AirFarmington Hills, MI

Novi Furnace & ACNovi, MI

Rochester Hills Furnace & ACRochester Hills, MI

Troy Furnace & AirTroy, MI

Warren Furnace & AirWarren, MI

Sterling Heights Furnace & ACSterling Heights, MI

Livonia Furnace & AirLivonia, MI

Clinton Twp Furnace & ACClinton Twp, MI

Shelby Twp Furnace & AirShelby Twp, MI

Electrical

Electrician Guys Grand RapidsGrand Rapids, MI

Evansville Electrician ProsEvansville, IN

Pasadena Electrician GuysPasadena, CA

Electrician Pros – Farmington HillsFarmington Hills, MI

Electrician Pros – WestlandWestland, MI

Electrician Pros – CantonCanton, MI

Electrician Pros – LivoniaLivonia, MI

Electrician Pros – DearbornDearborn, MI

Electrician Pros – NoviNovi, MI

Electrician Pros – TroyTroy, MI

Electrician Pros – Rochester HillsRochester Hills, MI

Electrician Pros – WarrenWarren, MI

Electrician Pros – Sterling HeightsSterling Heights, MI

Electrician Pros – Clinton TwpClinton Twp, MI

Electrician Pros – MacombMacomb, MI

Electrician Pros – West BloomfieldWest Bloomfield, MI

Electrician Pros – DetroitDetroit, MI

Electrician Pros – Ann ArborAnn Arbor, MI

Electrician Pros – LansingLansing, MI

Electrician Pros – FlintFlint, MI

Electrician Pros – AuroraAurora, IL

Electrician Pros – NapervilleNaperville, IL

Electrician Pros – ElginElgin, IL

Electrician Pros – CiceroCicero, IL

Electrician Pros – Arlington HeightsArlington Heights, IL

Electrician Pros – EvanstonEvanston, IL

Electrician Pros – BolingbrookBolingbrook, IL

Electrician Pros – SchaumburgSchaumburg, IL

Electrician Pros – PalatinePalatine, IL

Electrician Pros – SkokieSkokie, IL

Electrician Pros – TempeTempe, AZ

Electrician Pros – ChandlerChandler, AZ

Electrician Pros – PeoriaPeoria, AZ

Electrician Pro – PuebloPueblo, CO

Electrician Pros – Pompano BeachPompano Beach, FL

Electrician Pros – GreshamGresham, OR

Electrician Pros – WaterburyWaterbury, CT

Electrician Pros – ProvoProvo, UT

Plumbing

Five Guys Plumbing – DearbornDearborn, MI

Rochester Hills PlumbingRochester Hills, MI

West Bloomfield PlumbingWest Bloomfield, MI

Five Guys Plumbing – WestlandWestland, MI

Five Guys Plumbing – CantonCanton, MI

Sterling Heights PlumbingSterling Heights, MI

Shelby Twp PlumbingShelby Twp, MI

Novi PlumbingNovi, MI

Livonia Plumbing Co.Livonia, MI

Five Guys Plumbing – Farmington HillsFarmington Hills, MI

Five Guys Plumbing – Clinton TwpClinton Twp, MI

Five Guys Plumbing – WarrenWarren, MI

Five Guys Plumbing – TroyTroy, MI

Macomb Plumbing Co.Macomb, MI

Five Guys Plumbing – AuroraAurora, IL

Five Guys Plumbing – SchaumburgSchaumburg, IL

Five Guys Plumbing – PalatinePalatine, IL

Five Guys Plumbing – SkokieSkokie, IL

Carpet & Flooring

Macomb Flooring MartMacomb, MI

Clinton Twp Carpet & FloorsClinton Twp, MI

Warren Carpet & FloorsWarren, MI

Dearborn Carpet & FloorsDearborn, MI

AA Carpet & FloorsMetro Detroit, MI

Canton Carpet & FloorsCanton, MI

Troy Carpet & FloorsTroy, MI

Westland Carpet & FloorsWestland, MI

West Bloomfield Carpet & FloorsWest Bloomfield, MI

Novi Carpet & FloorsNovi, MI

Livonia Carpet & FloorsLivonia, MI

Other Home Services

Carpet Cleaning – Farmington HillsFarmington Hills, MI

Warren Carpet Cleaning Co.Warren, MI

Rochester Hills RoofingRochester Hills, MI

Shelby Twp RoofingShelby Twp, MI

West Bloomfield RoofingWest Bloomfield, MI

Detroit Tree ServiceDetroit, MI

Gastonia Home SecurityGastonia, NC

Westland Mold InspectionWestland, MI

Dearborn Mold InspectionDearborn, MI

Livonia Mold InspectionLivonia, MI

Novi Mold InspectionNovi, MI

Farmington Hills Mold InspectionFarmington Hills, MI

West Bloomfield Mold InspectionWest Bloomfield, MI

Canton Mold InspectionCanton, MI

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