When you have the air conditioning system on, you know to make sure everyone closes the doors tightly when they come in and out or the comfortable air will escape, causing the HVAC system to work longer and harder to bring the house temperature back up to where you want it. However, there are a lot of other ways the air can escape and ways you can be overworking your HVAC system.…
If you are having a new furnace installed, chances are you want to ensure that the furnace works as efficiently as possible. A few pre-installation services and upgrades will help keep your home warmer and more comfortable.
Update the Thermostat
Older thermostats may not work as well as modern varieties. Dial style thermostats are not always 100% accurate. Location, dust, and age can all affect how well they work. At a minimum, upgrade to a programmable digital thermostat.…
If your furnace is giving you a steady supply of hot air but doesn’t seem to be operating the way it should, there may be an issue that requires professional repair. Symptoms like a heater turning off more quickly than it should, foul smells coming from your vents, or loud noises coming from the furnace as it starts or runs are all signs of things that need to be addressed. Here’s what to look out for and what they mean.…
Too many people will put off calling for heating repair services as long as their furnace is still technically putting out some heat. The thing is though, you do not want to delay having your heating system fixed, even if you are still warm in your home at the moment. To help you have a better understanding of why this is, you will want to spend a little time checking out the upcoming points.…
Even as a homeowner that has a lot of experience doing various repair work around the house, it is very important for you to make sure that you are making use of professional plumbing services when you have a problem with your pipes. To help you understand why this is so important, you will want to make sure that you are checking out the following points.
The Plumber Has Seen It All…
If you’re ready to buy a heating and air conditioning unit, you are probably doing it so that you can keep your home at ideal temperatures on even the hottest or coldest days of the year. You might be thinking about buying the biggest unit that you can so that you can keep your home really cool. However, you should avoid installing a too-big HVAC system; instead, you should choose the one that is the right size for your home for these reasons.…
There are many components that make a successful restaurant, and whether you realize it or not, a quality commercial air conditioning system is one of them. As a business owner, you need to ensure that you have a commercial air conditioning system that is able to meet the demands of your restaurant. You also must locate an HVAC company that you can depend on to preserve your HVAC equipment. Keep reading to learn just a few of the many reasons why a quality AC system is crucial for your restaurant.…
Maintenance of appliances includes wise use that preserves the appliance’s ability to keep working well for a longer time. One tactic people use to make life easier for their home’s air conditioning systems is to restrict the use of the system, either by restricting the times during which it can be used, or by setting the thermostat to a slightly higher temperature. Basically, they take the advice to set the thermostat to 78 for better efficiency and amp it up a notch, setting it to something like 80 or 82.…
Your home’s HVAC system has many complex components that you know are important. If your compressor or furnace is on the fritz, it is immediately obvious that something is wrong. Of course, there are maintenance items to consider as well. You know that you need to regularly change your AC filter and inspect your outdoor unit for issues, but what about your ducts? This key part of any HVAC system is often left neglected and unloved.…
The air in your home can have dust, pollen, and other contaminants in it that can make it tough to breathe if you or a family member has allergies, asthma, or some other respiratory problem. The best way to improve the air quality is through regular maintenance and cleaning of the HVAC system in your home.
Change the Air Filters
One of the most important things you can do to improve the air in your home is to change the air filters in the HVAC system regularly.…