A dehumidifier is a powerful tool that can make your living and working space much healthier. Whether you’re dealing with damp winter weather or sweltering summer humidity, dehumidifiers can keep you comfortable and protect your possessions from mold and mildew. If you’re thinking about buying a … [Read more...]
Here at CompactAppliance, we know ice makers. We also know that as you look for that perfect match, you may have a few questions. We’re hoping to answer those questions even before you know what to ask. Click Here to Shop for an Undercounter Ice Maker Here are the most … [Read more...]
Whether you are building a new home and looking for a cost saving efficient way to heat and cool your home, or adding on to your current home with the same idea of heating and cooling in a way that will not cost an arm and a leg, you may be asking yourself "what are mini-splits?" An easy way to … [Read more...]
Building a fire pit is a great way to add outdoor ambiance to your backyard. Outdoor fire pits are perfect gathering places and add a rustic charm to your home that could normally only be achieved with a venture out into the woods for a camping trip. Fire pits give you the best of both worlds, and … [Read more...]
Pressure cookers and slow cookers seem similar, but they are actually very different methods of cooking food. A pressure cooker uses hot steam and pressure to quickly cook food, such as dried beans, faster than conventional cooking methods. Slow cookers use lower temperatures and longer cooking … [Read more...]
Controlling the quality of your indoor air, as well as the humidity levels, is a crucial and necessary step to living a healthy life. Unfortunately, the amount of humidity in the air may have an adverse affect on your health, and could even affect the structural integrity of your home and … [Read more...]
Meet Randy Buchanan. He lives in Fredericton, the capital of the province of New Brunswick. As you can imagine, it gets pretty cold up there. Along with that cold comes your typical increased energy bills. While there are many things you can do to lower your winter energy bills, he decided to take … [Read more...]
Making a Flooded House into a Livable Home Again House floods are terrible, catastrophic, and unfortunately, common in many parts of the world. The destructive power of water is amazing to behold from afar, but when it starts inching its way up to your doorstep or in though the basement, that … [Read more...]
As many of you know, living in a small space can make everything in your home seem a bit crowded. The good news is there are several ways to make your small space appear larger than it actually is. In fact, selecting the right furniture for your small space will do wonders for making it appear … [Read more...]
A countertop dishwasher is a portable unit that is meant to be kept on the counter for everyday use. They pack just as much cleaning power as their full-size counterparts, yet use far less water and detergent. Some may ask why people would even think about using a portable unit when full-sized … [Read more...]
There are many benefits to living in a small home or apartment. There is less to clean, little to maintain, fewer repairs to make, and you don’t have to pay for space you aren’t going to use. One of the challenges, however, is choosing and arranging furniture for that same small living space. … [Read more...]
The only good thing about the NFL season coming to an end is the massive Championship party that inevitably finishes the season. It’s a time we can get together with our friends and family to root for your team, watch commercials, pick squares, drink beer and eat way too much food. When you … [Read more...]
We commonly get a lot of questions about Tankless Water Heaters. Every single day, people call into our offices to ask their list of questions about their device. We've compiled the most frequently asked questions about tankless water heaters in the list below. We hope we can provide you with the … [Read more...]
What is a Tankless Water Heater? Tankless Water Heaters, often referred to as Instantaneous or Demand Water Heaters, provide hot water only as it is needed. Traditional storage water heaters produce standby energy losses that cost you money. We do not leave our homes heated while vacationing. We … [Read more...]
Now that you have selected your tankless water heater, the time has to come to install it in your home or office. Proper installation and maintenance of your water heater can optimize its energy efficiency. Proper installation depends on many factors. These factors include fuel type, climate, … [Read more...]
Tankless water heaters are rated by the maximum temperature rise possible at a given flow rate. Therefore, to size a demand water heater, you need to determine the flow rate and the temperature rise you'll need for its application (whole house or a remote application, such as just a bathroom) in … [Read more...]
Air pollution and environmental irritants are two common dangers that people face on a daily basis. Unfortunately, if you suffer from allergies or asthma, diminished air quality may severely hinder your health and overall quality of life. To help you manage your symptoms, as well as help prevent … [Read more...]
Do you live in a place with a small kitchen? You may have recently moved to a new home or apartment with a smaller kitchen, or perhaps you are considering such a move. Either way, the kitchen is one of the most important rooms in your home. It's your playground. It's the heart of your home. It … [Read more...]
Anybody that knows me can confirm that I drink a lot of coffee. Probably too much coffee. Switching to a Keurig machine was one of the best decisions I could make for my morning routine. There are many benefits to owning a single-cup coffee machine. Now that you are the proud owner of a Keurig, you … [Read more...]
In the spirit of the season, over the last few weeks we have been breaking down the pros and cons of different types of heaters that you may come across. The next heater on our list is the radiator heater, an old-fashioned way to keep your family warm. Invented in the mid-1800s, the concept of … [Read more...]
Have you ever felt chilly while standing in the shade but feel nice and toasty once you step into the sunlight? This is because infrared light from the sun is absorbed by your skin and clothing and, therefore, warms your body. Infrared heaters work much like the sun. They emit infrared light, … [Read more...]