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How To Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning In Your Home
Detecting carbon monoxide (CO) within the home is extremely important, especially during the winter season when people increasingly rely on gas furnaces, generators, and related appliances for heat. For starters, carbon monoxide is dangerous because it robs the body of important oxygen in cells – leading people to have symptoms such as dizziness, headaches, nausea, Read more
Sedgwick Partners with Nest from Google for Smart HVAC Control
Saving energy can do more than just save you money, it can also help you keep your home at a more comfortable temperature year-round. At Sedgwick, we’re proud to announce we’ve partnered with Google to help homeowners conserve when and where it matters most. Nest Protect Deals When you buy a high-efficiency Lennox furnace at Read more
HVAC Energy Efficiency Tax Deductions
Your HVAC system is designed to keep you comfortable, but did you know it could also save you money on your taxes? As an incentive to encourage lower energy usage in homes, the US Federal Government offers a tax credit for anyone who has purchased efficient heating and cooling products in since 2012. This program Read more
Warm Mist VS Cool Mist Humidifiers: Which Is Right For You?
Itchy, dry skin and sinus problems: These issues are all too common, especially during the cold months of winter. And if you live in the U.S. Midwest, it’s probably important to have a humidifier – something that can alleviate such ailments.
HVAC Service Technician Careers
Looking for metro area HVAC Service Technician jobs that are rewarding, interesting and come with loads of benefits? A position with Sedgwick might be the perfect fit. We pride ourselves on building a tight-knit team that feels like family. Aside from the people, Sedgwick is the smart choice for HVAC professionals – you’ll get a Read more
How to Read an EnergyGuide Label
Look closely at an HVAC appliance or system, and you’ll notice a bright yellow sticker loaded with information. This is the EnergyGuide tag, and it exists to help you understand an HVAC unit’s efficiency in order to make a better purchase decision. A higher-rated system will consume less power, so if you’re in the market Read more
Home HVAC Maintenance Visits: What to Expect
An HVAC system is an essential part the home – it’s a system that you must keep running smoothly so that you don’t get stuck in a dangerous situation in the middle of winter. If you’re scheduling maintenance visits, you might be curious about what to expect once the technician arrives. Every home is different, Read more
End of Summer Furnace Maintenance Tips
We still have to make it through the dog days of August, but the heat you’re avoiding today is something you’ll want in your home this fall. You probably haven’t thought about your furnace in months, but now is the time to give it a checkup and ensure it’s working correctly. You’re going to want Read more
Leaving an Energy Efficient Cabin
There are a few simple ways to tell it’s summer in Minnesota: the flowers are in full bloom, the muggy air is heating things up and there are hordes of cars headed north every Friday afternoon. Minnesotans migrate to cabin country on summer weekends, and most people with lake homes rely on an HVAC system Read more
Choosing a Thermostat for Summer
Wouldn’t it be nice if your thermostat controlled the conditions outdoors? In the Upper Midwest, temperature swings are to be expected, and you never know how you’ll feel once you step out the door. On the hottest days, you might even miss winter weather – but just for a moment. At least as bad as Read more