Did you know that the average household spends more than $2,000 a year on energy bills with nearly half of that spent stemming from their heating and air conditioning systems? Your thermostat is the main tool that allows you to control the temperature within your house. Because many homeowners do not fully understand how their thermostat works, it is easy to make a few simple, yet costly, mistakes. Setting your thermostat to the perfect setting can get very tricky! 

Unfortunately, these mistakes are often reflected in your monthly energy bill. To save on costs and to heat and cool your home the right way, avoid these three common thermostat mistakes from the experts at F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical.

Does your home’s electrical system need an upgrade? Learn some good reasons why you may want to consider upgrading sooner, rather than later.

Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a harmful gas that can kill you quickly. It is called the silent killer because it is colorless, tasteless, and non-irritating.

When it comes to carbon monoxide, most homeowners realize that it can be deadly when inhaled, but many don't know what signs to look for in their home. Because it’s a silent killer, it is important to safeguard your home and educate your family members on its deadly effects.

No one anticipates a plumbing emergency when it occurs. It can be extremely disruptive to your day, or can even destroy a part of your home. 

Sure, you want that stubborn drain clog gone quickly. Your first reaction to a clog may be to grab a bottle of liquid drain cleaner, pour it down the drain, and go about your day. But we are here to tell you that liquid drain cleaners do more harm than good. So, before reaching for liquid drain cleaner, be sure you understand the potential risks and problems they cause.

Super Bowl Sunday is just days away! Your guest list is confirmed, the menu is set, and your TVs are ready, but chances are you haven’t thought twice about tackling your plumbing system! Save the Hail Mary’s for the game, because risking a plumbing issue during the Super Bowl is not worth the risk.

Behind Thanksgiving, Super Bowl Sunday is the 2^nd largest day for food consumption, according to American Institute of Food Distribution. These food-centered gatherings are the busiest times of plumbing season for a multitude of reasons!

Showers are great, but if you aren’t feeling well or you need some R&R, nothing can beat a warm, soothing bath. However, if your tub has splotches of rust under the faucet, taking a bath could be more stressful than soothing.

These five surprising energy hogs eat up more than their fair share of household energy—and many homeowners don't realize their costs.

Many household devices continue to draw power even when not in use, adding an unnecessary amount of money to utility bills across the nation. If your electric bill is sky high, take these helpful tips and enjoy the savings this year.

It's beginning to look a lot like.... WINTER!

Every year when January rolls around, many people around America vow to lose weight, save money, or get more sleep. But what resolutions have you set for your home?

Here are five New Year’s resolutions to help your home function at its best in 2019!