“Snap, crackle and pop!” Being so close to Battle Creek, we know all about the Rice Krispies ad slogan. But the same phrase could also apply to an unpleasant aspect of the long Michigan winter. Walk across the room, touch a light switch and you get your own snap,...
A customer looked out in distress at his shiny new air conditioning unit. Mechanical Extremes had installed it in the fall, and now, this! The first real blast of winter had caked the unit with ice and capped it with snow. The customer thought about the investment...
Mechanical Extremes wishes you a very Merry Christmas. We are grateful to our customers, suppliers, staff and all who are part of our world. Looking back, there is much to cherish. We value all our relationships every day of the year. During this season of giving,...
What happens when you need an emergency repair and aren’t prepared for it financially? A Mechanical Extremes customer found herself in this dilemma recently, and here is her story. Hot water is an amenity you don’t think about very much until it’s not there. When...
Total outstanding federal student loan debt is a staggering $1.59 trillion. How long does it take to pay off a student loan? And who pays if the borrower can’t? Anyone considering college will want to consider the cost, and what he or she really wants out of a...
No, a mini-split is not a ballet routine your daughter might learn. It solves big heating and cooling problems in a small way. Let’s say you’re adding on to your home, but no way can you run HVAC ductwork to the new area. A mini split system works without ductwork...
Lurking in the air of your home is what you can see, like dust--but also nasties you can't see. The Air Scrubber by Aerus removes surface and airborne contaminants including VOCs, odors, dust, pet dander, and other allergens. The system uses the proprietary...
Your thermostat gives you a choice--fan on, off, or auto. What's best? Harold Wilkes says leave it on all the time if your furnace and/or AC has a DC variable speed motor. If not, you can still leave the fan running for extended periods during the day. But why not...
At the end of summer, going to the fair is a loved American tradition. The Hillsdale County Fair is among the best--the rides, the agricultural and animal displays, and everyone proud to show their best work. It's a tradition that deserves, and gets support. Harold...
Do you know someone who is looking to improve his or her career? The question goes deeper than just getting a better job. It's about setting a path that will help a person get to the right place in life, from start to retirement, and all the great places in...
The heat is on, or so you hope! With chilly days, you'll want your furnace to function properly. And that's all the more important as winter closes in. A wise investment comes in the form of a Mechanical Extremes Tune Up. It pays off with peace of mind--and year...
A major investment publication researched the HVAC industry and gave it a thumbs up. Analysts see a major push to improve indoor air quality. They found Carrier to be a top performer. How could that be important to you? Carrier recently bestowed upon Mechanical...
A life can be snuffed out in the most tragic, stealthy manner. Carbon monoxide is a culprit that kills, and its victims may never know what hit them. The phrase “sneak attack” does not overstate the threat. But carbon monoxide’s killer instincts can be thwarted....
As Mechanical Extremes grew, customers wanted more. They asked Mechanical Extremes to help them with their plans. Those plans to install or rebuild HVAC systems could be complicated, and always very specific to their needs. Most customers desire efficient use of...
You don't need a generator for your home until the power goes out. Most of us can live without lights, heat, air, refrigeration, and water for a few hours. But what happens when that outage stretches into the next day, or worse yet, the next week? Mechanical...
