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Microbial Growth and How to Mitigate It in Your Home

By Burkhardt / July 9, 2024 /

When you live in a humid climate like we do here in Louisiana, the summer months can get especially muggy. Unfortunately, that can also mean our homes can become overly damp as well – which can lead to microbial growth in the home. Areas like bathrooms and under-the-sink cabinets can be especially prone to microbial…

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High Energy Bills? It Could Be Your Air Conditioning System.

By Burkhardt / June 11, 2024 /

Once the hot weather returns to Louisiana, we can expect that our air conditioning systems will be working overtime. It stands to reason that your utility bills may increase somewhat during the hottest time of the year, but if you’re noticing that you’re using much more energy than you should, your air conditioning system might…

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Do I Need to Maintain My Home Generator?

By Burkhardt / May 15, 2024 /

Life in Louisiana means warm, sunny days for a good part of the year. Unfortunately, it also means that we also experience some severe storms. Hurricanes, thunderstorms, and high winds can lead to power outages that sometimes last for days. Many homeowners in our region opt for a home generator, to help keep their homes…

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Get Ahead of Summer Heat with Updated Air Conditioning

By Burkhardt / April 8, 2024 /

Now that spring has arrived, we’re moving into the cooling season here in Louisiana. That means reliable air conditioning is a must. Before you know it, we at Burkhardt will be gearing up for the hot weather, and we’ll be busy helping our customers with their air conditioning needs, including maintenance, repair, and installation. If…

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Get Ahead of Seasonal Allergies with Better Indoor Air Quality

By Burkhardt / March 13, 2024 /

Once the spring season rolls around, people start to look forward to better weather. Along with warmer temperatures and longer days, spring weather also brings with it budding trees and blooming flowers. And while this makes for a beautiful outdoor landscape, it can also mean a time of sniffling and sneezing for seasonal allergy sufferers.…

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Planning a Kitchen Remodel? Updating Your Electrical System is Important, Too.

By Burkhardt / February 14, 2024 /

If you’ve been thinking about remodeling your kitchen, you probably have researched different brands and types of appliances, flooring, wall coverings, and more. But one of the most important parts of a kitchen remodel is updating your electrical system as well, especially if you live in an older home. That’s because many times, electrical components…

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How to Tell if You Need Heating Repairs

By Burkhardt / January 12, 2024 /

In Louisiana, we don’t often need to run our heating systems, but when we do, we want them to be reliable and effective. Unfortunately, there are times when our heating systems may not be operating as they should, and we need to consider getting heating repairs. This article will discuss gas heat and heat pumps,…

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Deck the Halls with Ductless Cooling & Heating

By Burkhardt / December 7, 2023 /

In Louisiana, most homeowners rely on their air conditioning to keep them cool and comfortable for a good portion of the year. However, during the winter months, temperatures can dip down, especially in the evenings. Fortunately, ductless systems can bridge the gap between warmer and cooler temperatures because many ductless systems can cool the home…

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Keeping Your Home Comfortable During the Holidays

By Burkhardt / November 15, 2023 /

Once the holiday season arrives, we often start to think about spending time with family and friends. For many of us, loved ones travel to our homes during this time of year. You might be thinking about how you can make your home a haven of comfort for those staying with you over the holidays…

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Keeping Energy “Vampires” Out of Your Home This October

By Burkhardt / October 9, 2023 /

The fall season has arrived, which means the spooky season is here, too! Before you know it, witches, ghosts, and jack-o-lanterns will decorate neighborhoods, and little goblins will appear looking for candy. While this is all Halloween fun, inviting energy “vampires” into your home is a different situation altogether. These ghouls can use up energy…

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