Do Heat Pumps Work in Michigan?

Do Heat Pumps Work in Michigan?

Short answer: Yes – and very well. Heat pumps used to struggle in cold climates, but today’s technology has changed the story. Modern cold‑climate heat pumps are designed to handle Midwest winters — including what we get in southeast Michigan. How a heat pump...
Branding:  What Does It Mean for You, the Customer?

Branding: What Does It Mean for You, the Customer?

You hear a lot about brands and branding.  Companies spend millions telling you who they are, why they matter, and why you should choose them.  But here’s the real question:  Does branding actually benefit you, the customer? At Mechanical Extremes, the answer is “yes”...
What’s that Smell?

What’s that Smell?

The caller came right to the point: “What’s that smell?” A homeowner reported a strange, persistent odor whenever the heat ran. He’d heard stories about critters getting into furnaces, but this was different – more chemical than organic.  His  system was over 35...
Furnace Blows Cold Air

Furnace Blows Cold Air

Furnace Blows Cold Air? Here’s What Could Be Going On Your furnace kicks on, the blower starts moving air… but it’s cold. Don’t panic — this is a common call our technicians at Mechanical Extremes receive, especially when temperatures drop. Here are a few likely...
Safety First

Safety First

When your furnace kicks in this fall, take a minute to check the exhaust. Most furnaces vent from the side of the house. Over the summer, landscape growth, leaves, or debris can block the outlet. Once winter arrives, ice and snow add to the problem. Clear venting...