Clearing the Air, Part 1

Clearing the Air, Part 1

The Weather Channel reports more than one hundred wildfires are burning out of control in Canada.  Michigan is one of many states where sunlight is dimmed.  Though not visible inside, air in your house can also be affected. Because the quality of inside air is so...
A Cold Shower Surprise

A Cold Shower Surprise

No hot water?  Nothing is more surprising than a cold shower or more inconvenient than a lingering load of dirty dishes. The techs at Mechanical Extremes are hot water heater experts and can repair or replace a faulty hot water heater. But that problem may not occur...
The Gold Standard

The Gold Standard

Founded in 1921 and owned by Dow Jones & Co., Barron’s is a well-respected financial publication.  Right in the heart of the recent stock market sell-off, Barron’s published a bullish review of Carrier (Mar 27, 2025).  Carrier “has the potential to grow fast...
Preparing for Warm Weather

Preparing for Warm Weather

Spring is here and we’re getting some tantalizing hints of what’s ahead.  Warm can turn hot quickly.  Is your HVAC up to the challenge? The Mechanical Extremes team hears about it when the AC fails to measure up.  The AC runs but delivers moist, warm air,...
Solving the Furnace Filter Dilemma

Solving the Furnace Filter Dilemma

Out of sight, out of mind.  Changing a furnace filter is easy to forget.  But a dirty one can cause problems.  In the heating season, air does not flow smoothly and could overheat the furnace leading to intermittent shutdowns.  Rooms don’t heat properly making a liar...
Building and Remodeling Opportunities

Building and Remodeling Opportunities

When it’s time to remodel an existing home or build a new one, don’t neglect the opportunity to maximize the effectiveness of your heating and cooling.  Benefits could include increased efficiency and greater comfort. Mechanical Extremes is often asked to accommodate...