Winter can be a frightening time of year for homeowners for a variety of reasons. Poor insulation, outdoor tools rusting, etc. One thing every homeowner should make sure of however is that their furnace is kept in tip-top shape. Unfortunately, not...
With the temperatures rising as the dog days of Summer approach, we all turn on the air conditioning and try to hide from the sweltering heat. At the same time, our electric bills shoot through the roof. What can you do to lower your energy...
While most homeowners are aware that regular furnace repair is essential to home safety, many fail to realize that furnace maintenance can also save you hundreds or even thousands in energy costs each year. Here are the most common signs...
Often times people rush out to get a new furnace or system when repair is all that is needed. There are some instances however when replacement is the only option and knowing the difference can save you money and time. Here are three instances in...
A comprehensive furnace tune-up can involve 20 or more items to be checked, and requires a careful understanding of all of a furnace’s systems. That’s why it’s a task best left to a professional heating contractor. A homeowner...
The following is an all too common scenario: The temperature in your living room is too warm, but if you walk into your basement, it is too cold. Does it feel like you must constantly fiddle with your thermostat to get the right temperature?...
With so many homeowners seeking options to reduce energy costs, there are countless websites containing tips to reduce monthly utility bills, but in the interest of full disclosure, many of these tips are actually myths without any credible...
Sometimes homeowners neglect their furnace because they figure no news is good news when it comes to the furnace. Unfortunately, this is flawed logic. Furnaces typically will show very few signs of failure or fatigue until they break, but...
Air conditioners never fail at an optimal time. Condensers can last between one and two decades, depending on a variety of factors. One thing homeowners can do to prolong the lifecycle of an air conditioner is to schedule regular maintenance....
Updated December 12 2022
For many homeowners, effectively cooling their home is a constant struggle. One room might be unbearably warm, while another feels too chilly. In order to combat this problem, many people adjust the thermostat,...
Many of our customers looking for new ac units in Redford , already know what brand and model air conditioner they want, but often ask us about how they are installed. Installation of an air conditioner is just as important as selecting the...
Figuring out when to replace your air conditioner is a question that troubles many homeowners. After all, air conditioners are not cheap, so we all want to make the most out of what we already have. Yet, at the same time, we want to replace our...
It is beginning to feel like spring has finally sprung, but we are not so far away from winter that we have forgotten about all of the snow, ice, chapped lips, and dry itchy skin. Sometimes old man winter gets blamed for things like...
Michigan winters often come hand-in-hand with long periods of sub-zero temperatures. And, with sub-zero temperatures comes the risk of having frozen pipes. If you’ve never experienced a frozen pipe, consider yourself lucky;...
Most people have experienced a blown fuse, forcing them to explore their electrical panel to locate the problem and get their power back up and running. But, for many, this is the extent of their experience with electrical panels.
Until...
Summer is approaching, and it couldn’t come soon enough! Michigan residents are used to long, arduous winters, so it’s easy to forget about preparing for warm weather until it quickly creeps up and all the sudden we wake up in 90 degree...
Don’t panic! If your furnace is leaking water, it could be a simple fix. While there is no way to accurately determine why a furnace is leaking water without a thorough inspection, there are a few common problems that are likely to be the...
With hundreds of years of combined experience, Mastercraft's expertise can service any home or business. We are a family-owned and operated business and pride ourselves on offering the best service around. For years, we've been a member in...
People frequently ask us if it’s necessary or important to get their home’s air ducts cleaned. I always say, “do you like staying healthy and saving money?” If the answer is yes, then you really can’t afford NOT to have them cleaned.
