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If you have lived in New Orleans for a long time, or any part of the country that is susceptible to bad weather, you know how important a home generator can be. With severe storms, you can lose access to electricity, which powers a wide range of appliances in your homes from your refrigerator to your air conditioner. Fortunately, there is a way to have power even when there is a natural disaster going on. With a home generator, you don’t have to worry about your electricity going out. The generator knows when the electricity goes out and can power on your appliances and systems. At Cajun Comfort when you are looking for a home backup generator in New Orleans, LA, please call us at 985-764-8191!

What Powers a Home Backup Generator?

Since the electricity in your home is out, how is the generator able to operate? Fortunately, the home generator can either run on diesel, liquid propane, or natural gas. The easiest way to choose the fuel is to use the one that is readily available in your home already. The biggest thing that homeowners need to be concerned with is what backup generator they want, a standby or a whole-house generator. Depending on the fuel that you use will probably be the basis for what kind of backup generator you purchase. A standby generator uses gasoline and is super affordable. A whole-house generator is a permanent system outside your home that works off of propane or natural gas. Both are great home backup generators, but it will depend on what is best for you, your family, and your home. If you need help finding the best home backup generator for your New Orleans, LA property, you can count on us for reliable and honest suggestions.

How Big of a Generator Do I Need to Run a House?

There are a couple of factors to take into consideration when deciding on what size generator you need for your home. We talked about that there are two types of backup generators that you can get, standby and whole-house. The standby will be smaller in comparison and you will also have to add fuel and turn it on manually when you need it. With a whole-house generator is professionally installed and will kick on automatically when the power goes off. Now, this is where you will need to know what size you need. Depending on all of the stuff that you want to be powered in your home during a blackout, your TV, HVAC systems, refrigerator, sump pump, and other appliances will need to be taken into consideration. The wattage of all of those systems and appliances will help you decide what size you need. There are generators that power between 3,000 to 4,000 watts and some that power 10,000 to 15,000 watts. Whatever you want the power to will be the determiner of the size of your generator. To get more information about a home backup generator in New Orleans, LA, call Cajun Comfort at 985-764-8191!

In order to keep your home comfortable, you absolute need the services of a quality, energy efficient HVAC. If your older system has begun to bog down under the load of its responsibilities, the time may have come to think about a new installation. Pay attention to the following signs, and call 985-764-8191 if you need a new HVAC in New Orleans, LA.

Higher Bills

As an HVAC ages, it will require more energy to perform the same level of work as before. This is especially true for older machines that do not benefit from modern technological advances. If you notice a sudden spike in your monthly bills, look to your HVAC as the cause. A newer system will quickly recoup its own expense through the lessening of your energy costs.

Inconsistent Temperatures

If certain parts of your home feel warmer or cooler than others, then your HVAC is failing to provide consistent operation. As an aged or damaged device struggles to accommodate your comfort, it may fail to regulate temperatures evenly. In order to once again experience the amenity of a well-regulated indoor climate, you may need to spring for a new HVAC.

Old Age

Old age provides the number one reason for HVAC replacement. A well-maintained HVAC will provide valuable service for around 10 years. After this period comes and goes, you can expect lessened energy efficiency and an increased number of repairs. As repairs become more frequent and expensive, you will need to consider the purchase of a new HVAC. As a general rule of thumb, any repair that costs half as much as a new system should necessitate replacement.

At Cajun Comfort, we are the local leaders for the installation of a new HVAC in New Orleans, LA. To learn more or schedule service, give us a call today at 985-764-8191.

There have likely been a few times in your life where you have thought you should probably let a professional handle this. When it comes to making sure things are done right, there is no better way to know for sure than to let someone who does it every day, do it. There is no shame in asking for help sometimes and quite frankly, it’s usually easier to just pick up the phone and do it and have someone else deal with the problem. At Cajun Comfort, we have professionals that have trained and been certified to handle these kinds of extreme problems that we will mention below. When you have any of the problems mentioned below, happen to you, it is best to give someone a call before it does serious damage.

Toilet Overflowing – When you have flushed and flushed, used a plunger, and tried to stop the water from flowing and your toilet is still spewing water, it’s time to call in the big guns. Overflowing toilets can actually cause some serious destruction. Not only that, but it is likely that it does not smell good either. We see this kind of thing all the time, so don’t hesitate to give us a call and let us take care of it for you.

Burst Pipe – Another problem that can get out of control very fast. The best thing to do is grab a towel and give us a call. You can also turn your water off to your house until we get there to avoid flooding.

Gas Leak – A gas leak is a major thing to not mess with, we are talking get out of the house and call 911. Once you have done that, give us a call at 985-764-8191 and we will come right away to make sure that the problem is solved.

Being able to wash clothes with no soap and still have them be clean sounds like a pipe dream. Well, Aerus has done the impossible by creating Laundry Pro that does just that. Here’s exactly how it works and why you should consider getting one.

Energy Efficient

By only using cold water to clean clothes, the Laundry Pro by Aerus helps save money on energy and water bills by not having to use hot water to kill germs from dirty clothing.

Cost Effective

Laundry Pro by Aerus uses oxygen, peroxides, and other gases instead of chemical cleaning agents found in detergents to wash away stains and odors from fabrics.

Brighter Clothes

While fabric softeners make clothes softer, they can wear down the fibers faster, causing fabrics to lose color. Washing clothes in cold water and oxygen helps to maintain their brightness.

Innovative Technology

This system was originally designed to be used on the International Space Station. If this can remove grime and odors from clothes in zero gravity, it definitely can here on Earth.

No Maintenance

We’ve all had that dreaded moment when a washing machine has broken down on us and we’ve had to repair it. With the Laundry Pro, a simple glowing blue light lets users know it is functioning.

Good For Sensitive Skin

With the Laundry Pro not having to use fabric softeners and soap, but only water is great for people with sensitive skin.

 

If you are interested in getting a Laundry Pro by Aerus in New Orleans, LA, call Cajun Comfort at 985-764-8191 .

Saving money in today’s world is so important. With everything being so expensive, it is easy to see why so many people want to try to save money where they can. One of those places is on your electricity bill. Saving money on your electricity bill doesn’t have to mean that you have to freeze or have a heat stroke in your living room just to save some cash. There are a few simple ways that can get you that extra savings while still remaining semi comfortable inside your home.

Simple Savings

Turn Your Heat Down – When it is cold outside it is tempting to want to jack your heater up inside your home. This is a quick way to get a massive bill. What you can do is set your heater to somewhere between 68 and 70. This may seem cold, but this temperature won’t be too hot and it won’t be freezing. It is nothing a light sweater or blanket won’t fix and you will be saving money keeping your temperature at that.

Turn It Off At Night – When nightime rolls around, turn your heat and air off all together. It is usually cooler at night anyway. If you decide that it is too cold or hot when you are waking up in the morning, get a thermostat that you can set to click on around 4am. That way when you wake up for work, the house is already to the temperature you like and you saved money the rest of the hours that it was turned off.

These are just a few ways that you can save money. If you have a problem or concern with your HVAC system, give Cajun Comfort a call at 985-764-8191 and let us get your home comfortable again.

During the winter it can get pretty cold sometimes. There are many of us though that refuse to overrun the heater because it will significantly raise the price of your electricity bill. The problem with this is that you may be saving yourself some money, but you are freezing in the meantime, in your own home; that’s no way to live. There are ways to keep your house warm, however.

Keeping Yourself Warm

Light a Fire – By lighting a fire in your fireplace, you are able to keep your house warm without turning on a heater. This is a great and easy way to cause heat quickly as well. Even a heater can take a long time to warm your house up, but if you light a fire you can sit in front of it and get warmed up right away.

Turn It Off – Consider turning off your heater all together at night time. I know this seems a little dramatic because it gets colder at night, but if you bundle up and use an extra blanket or two, it can really save you some money.

Turn Down The Heat – If the last example was too dramatic, it is easy to turn your heat down to 60 or 70 at night time so that you are still comfortable.

These are just a few ways that you can save money this winter and keep yourself and house warm. Give us a call at (504) 304-0021 for any questions and our team at Cajun Comfort will be happy to help you.

With the cold weather finally upon us, many people are looking for ways to keep warm at home. An upgraded heater is great, but that heater can only do so much if your home isn’t well-insulated. Today we will go over a few simple and inexpensive ways you can improve your home’s insulation.

Weather Stripping

One of the easiest ways to improve your home’s insulation is to remove and replace all of the old weatherstripping in your home. Weather stripping only lasts for a few years, but some people rarely replace it, if ever. You can find plenty of inexpensive replacement options at your local hardware store. Once you have the one you like, carefully seam all of your windows and doorways with a protective layer of weather-stripping. This will prevent cold air from coming in through any gaps, and it will also keep your warm air from going out!

Curtains

Another inexpensive way to keep your home warmer in the summer is with curtains. On the sunny side of your home, leave the curtains open so that the sun can warm the inside of your home. Before the sun goes down, close the curtains to help trap that warm air inside! This way your heater doesn’t have to work quite so hard to keep your house warm.

Rugs

Adding rugs to hard flooring spaces can really reduce the cooling effect that tile and linoleum can have on your space. As an added bonus, your feet won’t be as cold when you walk around the house!

If a better heater may be something you need, give us a call at (504) 304-0021 today and speak to one of our Cajun Comfort experts about the services we offer!

 

Air purifiers use fans to draw in air from your home and pass it through filters. The filters remove airborne pollutants, and the air purifier recirculates the clean air into your home. If you’ve consider an air purifier but hesitated, consider these three benefits of installation.

Health Benefits

An air purifier will remove a startling amount of airborne pollutants to deliver healthier air. The filters will trap up to 99 percent of airborne bacteria, and can even stop illnesses from spreading around the house. The air in your home generally contains many more pollutants than that outside. Breathing purified air will leave you with healthier lungs, and can even improve symptoms of asthma.

Fewer Allergens

Seasonal allergies can become a major problem for sufferers. No place feels safe, especially considering the number of allergens that make their way into a home’s air. Air purifiers eliminate allergens like pollen and pet dander to give allergy sufferers relief.

Odor Removal

If you live in a home with pets, or if you like to cook, you know how persistent unpleasant odors can become. An air purifier eliminates these odors to make your home a more pleasant environment. Air purifiers also can eliminate the smell of smoke from a home. Whether you live with a smoker or enjoy the use of your fireplace, smoke can become a serious irritant if not removed.

To install an air purifier in New Orleans, LA, call the experts at Cajun Comfort today at 985-764-8191. We offer fast and reliable service for all sizes and types of air purifiers, and can assure that you have the right fit for your home. 

Those colder months are coming up, which means its important to have your heater in good shape. If you are unsure if your heater can make it through the winter, there are signs that help homeowners determine if they need heating repairs.

Cool Air Coming Out of Vents

If you turn on your heater and cool air is coming out instead of warm air, that is a problem. Not only are you not getting warm air, but your heater is probably working harder than it should create warm air for your home.

Air Flow Is Low

You are getting warm air from your vents, but you can barely feel it. Although you are getting warm air, you might as well be getting none due to the low air flow. Call an HVAC technician to remedy this problem before your system overheats.

Shuts Off Earlier Than It Should

You turn on your heater when it’s getting a little chilly in your home; right when your home is starting to warm up, the heater turns off. There are a few reasons why this might be happening. One, your heater might be the incorrect size for your home. Two, the air filter might be dirty. Regardless of the problem, call someone immediately.

Higher Energy Bills

If you are using your heater the same amount of time that you usually do and your heating bills are higher than they once were, it might be a problem with the heater. When there is a component in the heater that isn’t in good condition, it can cause the heater to work harder, which results in higher bills.

If you need heating repair in New Orleans, LA, call Cajun Comfort today at (504) 304-0021.

In your home, lighting can be used to change a mood, highlight an area, or create an effect. However, when lighting isn’t well planned, your space could look off-kilter and harsh. When you are preparing to make changes to the lighting in your home, be sure to consider these key points.

Budget

Many times in renovation or new building projects, consumers don’t realize the expense of the full product. For instance, for lighting adjustments, you will need the fixture, wiring, and professional labor. Consider the total budget you want to spend on your new lighting project, including labor and fixtures. Then, a good rule of thumb is the 70/30 rule which means that 70% of your cost will be labor, while 30% will be materials. This will give you a better idea on what type of lighting you want.

Location and Type

Where do you want your new lighting? Is it to enhance a particular piece of art or will it be used to brighten an entire room? These are important questions because they define where, how much, and what kind of lighting you will need. They will also help decipher the extent of labor you will need. Typically, a lighting installation that requires no electrical upgrades will much less expensive than those that need a breaker or equipment upgrade.

How Will They Work?

How you will operate your lighting is also an important factor. This will determine the type and placement of your switch. This will also determine where your wiring runs and, in some cases, how it is run. All of these things will again affect the labor costs of your project.

Lighting has the potential to change the entire mood of a room. But, when it’s not carefully planned, it can look shabby and thrown together, not to mention being incredibly expensive. Having an idea of what you want in mind from the beginning can help to alleviate spur of the moment ideas, minimizing your cost. When you’re considering new lighting in your home, Cajun Comfort can help guide you through each process and decision to ensure you love your new lighting.