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Why Does My Heater Smell Like It’s Burning?
Why Does My Heater Smell Like It’s Burning, and Should I Worry? Florida homeowners, it’s that time of year: temps dip, hoodies come out, and you hit the heater for the first time since… well, last “winter.” And suddenly: that smell. It’s smoky, dusty, and kind of...
Key Questions to Ask National Companies When Shopping for a Home Service Warranty
Key Questions to Ask National Companies When Shopping for a Home Service Warranty
Smart AC Drain Line Solution for Drain Line Problems
Stop AC Drain Line Problems Before They Start with Home-Tech If your air conditioner suddenly starts leaking water, giving off musty odors, or even shutting down, chances are the issue goes deeper than you think. What may seem like a small problem can quickly turn...
Air Conditioning System Maintenance Matters
Air Conditioning System Maintenance Matters. Regular maintenance is essential for keeping an air conditioner running efficiently and extending its lifespan. Here are some key benefits of routine.
Why You Shouldn’t Use Fabric Softener in Your Washer
Fabric softeners are often marketed as a must-have laundry essential, promising softness, fragrance, and static-free clothes. But before you pour that capful into your washer, it’s worth understanding the hidden downsides. At Home-Tech, we’ve seen firsthand how fabric...
Why the Cheapest Appliance Repair Isn’t Always the Best
When an appliance breaks down—whether it’s your refrigerator, washing machine, or oven—it’s tempting to go with the cheapest appliance repair quote you can find. We get it: no one plans for these inconveniences. But at Home-Tech, with over 44 years of trusted service...
How to Reset an Air Conditioning System Thermostat | 2025 Easy DIY Guide
With today's highly sophisticated air conditioning system thermostats, it's a blessing how easy they can be to fix with a reset! But just because it "only needs a reset" doesn't mean that process can't quickly become complicated. Luckily, Home-Tech is here to simplify...
4 Quick Fall Tips from Home-Tech
Happy Fall, Southwest Florida! If you are originally from the North, it probably doesn't feel like it. There are no frost-covered dewy early mornings and no trees showing off the brilliant bright oranges, yellows, and reds. Well, your air conditioning company wants...
Is It Worth Getting a Warranty on a New Refrigerator?
If the stress of having to find a new refrigerator wasn't enough, now there's the worry of whether or not getting a warranty is worth the investment. With today's refrigerators going for a starting price of $500, it's certainly...
8 Tips for Avoiding Appliance Repairs on Thanksgiving Day
Home-Tech's appliance repair technicians have helped lots of customers with appliance repair before, during, and after their Thanksgiving feast. Oven emergencies, ice maker meltdowns, fridge freak-outs, and cooktop collisions are commonplace this time of year. When an...
5 Energy Saving Air Conditioning Tips for Fall
Are you looking for energy saving tips this fall? Fall includes the smell of cinnamon, decorated pumpkins, the first cool night when we can open up the windows and the changing of the clocks. As our fellow Floridians would agree, the hot summers and hurricane season...
Moving to Fort Myers, FL? – 5 Unexpected Issues Regarding Local Services
Who hasn't thought about moving to sunny Fort Myers Florida? Especially with our beautiful beaches, great schools, and so much to do! Before you start packing boxes (and sunscreen), there are some unexpected issues you may run into when you're done buying property in...