With cold weather here in northwest Ohio, it’s not the best time for a sudden repair to your heating system. Like all mechanical systems, your heating system requires regular maintenance. You can check certain things regularly on your heating system yourself, but the technical mechanics require the knowledge of a heating and cooling professional. Read More









The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ranks indoor air pollution in the top five health risks, with seven to 10 times more pollutants than city air. Needless to say, changing your air filter on a regular basis is important for maintaining healthy
One of the biggest sources of indoor air pollution is dust in our home’s air. Humans constantly shed dead skin cells — up to three pounds of them a year — and these cells become part of the dust in our homes. Worse, dust mites consume our dead skin cells, which gives these potentially harmful microorganisms a good environment to thrive in. Our clothes, bedding, carpets, and other fabrics release tiny threads and broken fibers that circulate in our indoor air and settle as dust.
When temperatures drop sharply during the coldest days of Ohio’s winter, your home’s plumbing is in danger of freezing. When pipes freeze, you lose access to your water supply and face the risk of burst pipes and extensive water damage. Frozen pipes rupture not because of the ice itself, but because of the build-up of water pressure behind the ice blockage.
Geothermal heating is an energy-efficient and cost-saving way of warming or cooling your home. Geothermal heat pumps are clean and quiet. Over a season, geothermal systems can reduce your heating or cooling expenses by as much as 70 percent.
Randy Fisher has been President of Von Deylen Plumbing and Heating, Inc. ...

Poor Ventilation May Be The Cause Of Your Attic’s Water Woes
Excess moisture in your attic can wreak havoc on your home, causing structural problems, ruining your insulation and creating humidity issues in the rest of the house. This can potentially lead to issues like toxic mold, which requires costly remediation. The number one cause of attic moisture is improper ventilation, so you can save yourself a lot of money and headaches down the road by taking the time to ensure your attic is properly ventilated. Read More »