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The Helena Homeowner’s Guide to ERVs & HRVs Energy Recovery Ventilators & Heat Recovery Ventilators: benefits, differences, and how to choose the right one—plus how Amp One installs them the right way Breathe cleaner air in Helena, MT. Learn the differences between ERVs and HRVs, the benefits for wildfire smoke and cold winters, and how Amp One installs, sizes, and maintains the right system for your home. Quick summary  A tight, energy-efficient Helena home needs controlled fresh air. HRVs and ERVs bring in filtered outdoor air while recovering heat (HRV) or both heat and moisture (ERV). In our cold, dry climate, HRVs are often the default—but ERVs can be fantastic for reducing winter over-drying and keeping summer humidity in check. The “right” choice depends on your home’s tightness, occupants, indoor humidity goals, lifestyle, and whether you’re battling wildfire smoke. Amp One designs, installs, and balances ERV/HRV systems that are quiet, efficient, and easy to m...

Whether you're renting short-term or holding for long-term equity, an underperforming investment property often just needs the right refresh—not a gut job. But don’t fall for cosmetic gimmicks or HGTV illusions. The real value boosters lie in how the property lives, breathes, and photographs. What changes actually shape perception? What details move renters or buyers from maybe to yes? If you're looking to add appeal  and  raise value without overcapitalizing, here are seven strategic updates worth every dollar—and in some cases, not even a dollar. Replace the garage door wisely Skip the big headline remodel and look at the workhorse details. For example, garage doors aren’t sexy, but they drive the highest ROI among all home projects in 2025. One report found that when you   replace your garage door wisely , you can recoup nearly double the cost—about 194%. That’s not a typo. A modern, insulated garage door signals care, reduces outside noise, and boosts curb appeal on t...

Prepare Your Furnace for Winter in Helena, MT: A Complete Guide As the days grow shorter and the temperatures begin to drop in Helena, MT, keeping your home warm and comfortable becomes a top priority. Your furnace is the heart of your home’s heating system, and making sure it’s ready for the winter is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure comfort, safety, and energy efficiency. Proper furnace maintenance not only helps you avoid surprise breakdowns during a cold snap, but it can also lower your heating bills and extend the life of your HVAC system. At Amp One HVAC , we’ve put together this complete guide to preparing your furnace for the winter season. 1. Change the Air Filter One of the simplest yet most important furnace maintenance tasks is changing the air filter . A clogged filter reduces airflow, forcing your furnace to work harder. This leads to higher energy bills and unnecessary strain on the system. Replace your filter at the start of the heating season. C...