Tag: HVAC
Upgrading Your Home for Energy Efficiency
Did you know that 40% of this country’s energy production is consumed by residential and commercial buildings? On average, 10% of a household’s energy bill can be attributed to waste resulting from inadequacies in its heating and cooling systems. These include heavily outdated and inefficient equipment in particular, as well as leaks in the structure’s …
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Expert Tips on Heating Your Home Efficiently
According to the Department of Energy, space heating accounts for about 45% of the energy bills of average American homes. This number could be lowered if only every household took measures to achieve maximum efficiency. In addition to reducing HVAC operating costs, a highly efficient unit can also eliminate the need for frequent heating repair …
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Don’t Ignore These 3 HVAC Noises
Your HVAC system is designed to run quietly in the background, providing your home with comfort without being too noticeable. The moment it begins to make noises, you know that something has gone wrong. Learn about the most common noises faulty HVAC systems make and how to properly address them in today’s post. Hissing Noises Loud hisses …
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The Importance of Timing Your AC Maintenance and Repairs
Scheduled maintenance and timely repair are important to get the most of your air conditioning system and prolong its service life. Properly timing repairs and maintenance can make your AC unit cool your home when you really need it. Why Time Your Repairs and Maintenance? A failed air conditioner in the middle of a hot …
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Why You Should Always Keep Your Air Conditioning Clean
Just like any other piece of machinery, your home’s heating and air conditioning systems need regular and routine maintenance to ensure maximum efficiency, as well as keeping it running at peak performance. There’s nothing more inconvenient than finding your air conditioner has suddenly stopped working right in the middle of the sweltering summer season. To …
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Don’t Fall for These Common Cooling Misconceptions
It’s that time of the year again when school is out and heat is in; it’s summertime! As far as air conditioning is concerned, summer also means you’ll be relying on your system to provide cool and comfortable relief from the harsh sunny days. Before you need AC repair for overused air conditioning units, here …
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How to Heat Up Your Home Efficiently
While buying a new heater could be a solid solution to creating a warmer, toastier home in the winter months, there are some small things here and there that could add up to the right amount of temperature change you want in your house. Here are five effective ways you could raise your home’s temperature …
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The Meaning Behind SEER and EER
To be a smart homeowner, you need to look at the energy ratings of the systems you intend to use at home. As a good chunk of yearly expenses goes to heating and air conditioning needs, you’ll want to get the HVAC system with the best energy efficiency ratings possible. This is why the EER …
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The Effects of Humidity on Your Home’s HVAC System
Excess humidity can make your interior feel uncomfortable and make your heating and air conditioning system work harder to maintain the temperature you want. This is because HVAC units also dehumidify the air. If the air in your home is too humid, your cooling equipment has to consume more energy to maintain indoor comfort. Below, …
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Ductless Heating and Air Conditioning: Are They Right for You?
Ductless heating and air conditioning systems, otherwise known as split systems, are usually the choice of home and business owners whenever traditional air conditioning systems aren’t feasible. However, it is more than just a backup system for when other types can’t be installed. Ductless air conditioners can be great investments that bring significant savings. The …
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