Grogg’s Home Services Acquires Keeling Chimney to Better Service Your Home Grogg’s Home Services is pleased to announce the recent acquisition of Keeling Chimney Service – a local, family-owned partnership that has been servicing the Mid-Ohio Valley area for 8 Years. This acquisition took place in November 2018 and goes
Prepare Your Chimney for Winter The winter season is the best time for a warm, cozy fire. As the Mid-Ohio Valley welcomes cold temperatures this winter, make sure that your fireplace and chimney are clean and safe. Creosote buildup This occurs as your chimney experiences increased use, and can be
Insulating your attic is highly recommend to save you on energy bills and properly keep your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Keeping your attic properly insulated can cut energy bills up to 30%. What many homeowners fail to do is check when they need attic
There is usually a sense of distress when you realize something isn’t quite right with your furnace. You wonder why does the furnace keep shutting off and back on? There are several items you can check when you notice that your furnace seems “short cycling”. Check the air filter in
Manage Humidity Levels Through the Seasons When the weather heats up, high humidity levels are often close behind. Seasonal humidity can affect indoor home comfort. Managing the humidity in your home during all seasons can make the time you spend there much more enjoyable. People often describe summer to be heavy,
Heating Repair or Replace? When you start to have issues with the heating system in your home, how do you know whether or not you should repair or replace your system? If you are having issues with your system that cannot be resolved, you may have no choice but to
Gas Furnace Safety – If you have a gas furnace, it is important to know that it may produce some carbon monoxide that is released outside your home through the furnace’s vent. Carbon monoxide is an odorless and colorless gas that can cause flu-like symptoms, disorientation, confusion, and even death.
Smart Vents or Zoning: Today, smart home HVAC products are all the rage. They boast easy installation, seamless integration, and desirable energy efficiency. Despite their advertising claims, some smart vents or zoning methods go against expert advice. The “Smart Vents” Zoning Method So-called smart vents promote a simple and supposedly
MERV Ratings: What to Know When You Shop for Air Filter Replacements Whether the HVAC systems in your Parkersburg or Clarksburg area home include a furnace, air conditioner or heat pump, regular air filter changes are essential for keeping your system clean and operating efficiently, and to keep your energy bills
As August and summer quickly come to a close, September is right around the corner. This is the perfect time to schedule a Furnace Tune-up from Grogg’s Home Services. How will a Furnace tune-up benefit me? A properly performed furnace tune-up will ensure that your heating system is operating at