Last Minute Must-Do Winter Prep for Your Home

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Raising the Standard Episode 44 We hate to say it, but winter weather is definitely coming. You may have already put your winter coat on last week! With that said, if you haven’t already, it’s time to make sure your home is ready for winter.  So take a listen to this episode of Raising the […]

Save Money on Michigan Energy Costs This Winter

With cooler fall weather finally here, many Southwest Michigan residents are now running their furnace and looking for ways to save money on Michigan energy costs this winter. Recently, Michigan Gas Utilities warned customers about an increase in heating costs this winter. This year alone, the daily average price for natural gas has more than […]

Must-Know Tips When Planning a 2022 Home Project

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Raising the Standard Episode 43 BOSS owner Jeff Street and WSJM’s Spencer Rivers are looking into the not-too-distant future this week with must-know tips when planning a home project for 2022.  Listen to the podcast above for what you can expect for lead times in 2022, and how to ensure your project is completed by […]

Raising the Standard Episode 42: Rising Energy Costs Predicted in 2022

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On episode 42 of our podcast, BOSS owner Jeff Street is looking to the future and ready to discuss what you can do about rising energy costs predicted in 2022. So let’s dive into this discussion with WSJM’s Spencer Rivers! What You Can Do About Rising Energy Costs in 2022 If you’re unsure if you […]

Raising the Standard Episode 41: Shop Local at Our Online HVAC Store!

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BOSS owner Jeff Street has an exciting announcement: BOSS now has an online HVAC store: https://thebossservices.com/shop/! You can now shop online locally for HVAC and plumbing products from the comfort of our own home. BOSS is always looking for ways to raise the standard in home services to make things easier on the customer.  With […]

Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Leaks

Do you know how to protect your family from Carbon monoxide leaks? Unfortunately, just because you can’t see, smell, or touch Carbon monoxide, that doesn’t mean it may not be lurking in your home. Carbon monoxide (CO) is called a ‘silent killer’ because it is a highly poisonous gas that is odorless and colorless. If […]

HVAC System 6-Step Winter Prep Checklist

Who loves fall? Frolicking through colorful leaves, apple picking, football, and of course our favorite guilty pleasure: pumpkin spice lattes. Besides all of these fun autumn activities, fall is also the best time to clean up your yard and get ready for the inevitable Southwest Michigan winter (yes, as Jon Snow would say: Winter is […]

4 Resolutions to Make Your Home More Comfortable in 2021

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It’s finally here…2021!  We’ve all been waiting for it with giddy excitement to finally write a check or journal entry that says “2021”. Like many, we have high hopes for this year so we’re making plenty of New Year’s resolutions. But while we’re stuck inside during this cold Southwest Michigan winter, it’s also a good […]