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Know When to Call for Emergency Furnace Repair

December 3, 2020

It’s never a good thing when your furnace breaks down and needs to be repaired. This doesn’t always mean it’s an emergency, though. There are some signs it’s worth it to call an HVAC company to send someone out on an emergency basis. Loud Noises Coming From Furnace If you hear loud banging or other strange noises, consider it an emergency. This likely means there’s a part that’s loose or is damaged. Not taking care of the problem right away can cause major damage to your furnace and can even mean it has to

How to Achieve Energy Efficiency This Winter

November 17, 2020

As temperatures get colder in the winter, the use of heating systems goes up. There are ways you can optimize your energy efficiency during the winter so you can keep your energy bills down. Adjust the Thermostat By lowering the temperature on your thermostat, you can save a lot of money on your energy bills. If you gradually reduce the temperature over a week or two, you probably won’t even notice the difference. Lowering your thermostat by just 4 degrees can reduce your energy bill by up to 10%. Replace Furnace Filters

3 Reasons to Frequently Change Your HVAC Air Filters

October 20, 2020

Whether you are trying to save time or money, you may hesitate to change your HVAC’s air filters often. This will not only make your home less comfortable, but it can cause your HVAC to break under the increased strains that clogs could cause. Here are three reasons to change your air filter. They Keep Your Air Cleaner Dirty air coming from your HVAC will permeate your home. As a result, you will be breathing in dust particles and more harmful things. Breathing poor quality air can make you sicker, especially during flu season

Creative Ways To Hide Your Outdoor AC Unit

September 20, 2020

While air conditioning systems are essential, the outdoor AC unit is boxy and not that attractive to look at. As long as you don’t block airflow, there are ways to creatively hide it from view. Lattice Vine Wall You can put a lattice wall in front of your outdoor AC unit and grow flowering vines on it. You should put the wall at least a few feet away so that airflow isn’t blocked and heat coming out of the unit doesn’t harm the flowers. Painted Pallet Screen You can make a decorative

How To Prevent Cold Spots in Your Home

August 11, 2020

Updated On: 10/12/23 Cold spots can happen in your home due to a variety of reasons. These cold spots cause your house to be uncomfortable and use more electricity than necessary. Understanding the common causes of these cold spots is important to help you find the best solution to this problem. Taking the time to reach out to an HVAC company in your area is always a good idea due to their expertise in the industry. Wrong-Sized Unit When an air conditioning unit isn’t the correct size for your home, it makes it

Signs Your Thermostat Should Be Repaired

July 16, 2020

Thermostats generally last about 10 years before needing to be replaced. There are usually signs a thermostat is beginning to malfunction. Here are the biggest indicators that your thermostat is broken and needs to be repaired or replaced: Furnace or AC Won’t Turn Off If your heating or cooling system doesn’t turn off, it’s likely that the problem is your thermostat. It either has frayed wiring or is no longer calibrated correctly. Temperature and Thermostat Setting Don’t Match Unless your home is zoned, varying temperatures across your home is a sign

Should I Leave the AC on During the Day When I’m Out?

June 18, 2020

There’s some debate as to whether you should leave your air conditioning system on or off when you’re gone during the day. The answer is that you should leave it on but turn the temperature up so that you conserve energy and save money doing so. Here are a few tips for managing your AC system. Why You Should Leave Your AC On You don’t want to turn your AC system off completely while you’re away because it will make your home very uncomfortable by the time you return. In addition, it may take quite a

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