When Michigan Winters Get Colder, Efficiency Matters More

When Michigan Winters Get Colder, Efficiency Matters More

Michigan winters are unforgiving, and lately, so are utility bills. When temperatures drop, heating systems work harder, and every inefficiency shows up on your monthly statement. You work hard for your money. Why let it leak away through wasted energy that can be...
Six Ways to Control Heating/Cooling Costs

Six Ways to Control Heating/Cooling Costs

Mechanical Extremes has helped hundreds of Michigan homeowners stay comfortable while cutting energy waste.  The truth is, most savings come from a combination of smarter equipment, regular maintenance, and a few simple habits. Here’s how to lower your gas and...
Winter Safety Alert

Winter Safety Alert

Space heaters and power strips don’t mix. Space heaters draw a lot of electricity, and can cause power strips and extension cords to overheat, melt, and even catch fire. If you need to use a space heater, plug it directly into a wall outlet only, and never leave it...
Snap, Crackle and Pop

Snap, Crackle and Pop

Snap, crackle, and pop belong in your cereal bowl, not when you reach for a light switch. If you’re getting zapped by static, waking up with dry throats, or dealing with cracking woodwork and shrinking floors, your home’s winter air is too dry. A professionally...
Cold Spots

Cold Spots

Cold Spots and How to Fix them It’s one of the most common winter complaints – “Some rooms are warm, others stay chilly no matter what.” If you’ve ever walked from your cozy living room into a drafty bedroom or hallway, you’ve experienced a cold spot. These...