What is the BEST brand of HVAC equipment? We get asked this question a lot, and rightfully so! If you are making a big purchase of a new air conditioner or new furnace, you only want the best quality HVAC equipment. Finding the best air conditioner or the best furnace for your home and comfort … [Read More]

AC installation has a bigger impact on performance than most homeowners realize, often outweighing the brand of the system. In and around Schaumburg, including Arlington Heights, Elgin, Hoffman Estates, Palatine, and Streamwood, homes vary widely in age, layout, and insulation, which means no two cooling systems should be installed the same way. Choosing the right … [Read More]

Both energy recovery ventilation and heat recovery ventilation systems improve fresh air circulation in your home, but they handle moisture very differently. That difference matters. For Illinois homeowners, the choice between an ERV and HRV is clear. Our local climate makes one option significantly more practical than the other. Understanding Fresh Air Ventilation in Illinois … [Read More]

Does it ever feel like your upstairs is in a completely different climate than your downstairs in the summer? It’s a frustrating issue, especially if your bedroom is up there, yet many people still don’t know how to fix it. So instead of endlessly asking, ‘Why is my upstairs so hot?’ Let’s dive into the … [Read More]

If you have a two-story home in Illinois, in the summer, when your living room feels fine, your upstairs bedrooms are stifling. No matter how many times you adjust the thermostat, you can’t win. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. In the Schaumburg area, most homes run off a single thermostat which works fairly well in … [Read More]

Americans spend 90% of their time at home, constantly breathing indoor air, so knowing exactly what’s in your home’s air is important. Dirty, polluted air is harder to breathe, especially for people with respiratory issues, and contributes to health concerns. Learn exactly what makes up the air in your Illinois home and how On the … [Read More]

Unless you have a background in HVAC systems, understanding heating and cooling can be difficult. After all, it’s a complex system that can take years of training to completely understand! When you work with us at On the Mark Heating & Air, we do more than just fix your HVAC system. We take the time … [Read More]