HVAC air filters are a commonly neglected item. Perhaps it is their sheer simplicity that makes people take them for granted, but if you leave an air filter in place for too long it will stop doing the job it was designed to do. Bad […]
When it’s time for a new AC or furnace, you are gearing up for a major home purpose. The new unit will impact your monthly utility bills and can either be a smooth transition or a disaster. To avoid the latter, learn from the mistakes […]
Central air conditioners have separate units that sit both inside and outside your home. The indoor unit in your AC contains a component called the evaporator coil, while the outdoor unit contains two components: the compressor and the condenser coil. If you have an older […]
Problems with your heat pump freezing up can occur at any time of year, and any number of factors can be the root cause. While standard troubleshooting techniques can correct simple issues, serious causes need to be addressed by an HVAC professional. A few tips […]
There are many air conditioning myths out there. Here are a few of the most common ones. Cranking Your AC Up High Will Cool Rooms Faster This is just a myth. In matter of fact, it doesn’t matter if you have the thermostat set […]
Humidity pertains to the amount of moisture in the air. This naturally varies day by day according to the weather. On average, we experience high humidity during the summer and low humidity during the winter. Mild conditions can be taken in stride but extremes on […]
Many things both true and false have been said about indoor air quality. It is baffling to note that even thoughmany people suffer from the effects of poor quality air in their houses, factories, offices, shops and other places, they still believe in theories that […]
With all the energy-wasting stories and unreliable tips floating around, it can be difficult to know which ones are true and which ones are energy efficiency myths. Here are some of the myths about energy efficiency along with advice for making the changes that […]
To leave bedroom doors open or closed: that is the question for many homeowners. Fire marshals recommend closing bedroom doors at night as a fire safety measure when sleeping. Teenagers want the privacy of a closed door when in their bedrooms. The important question may […]
We can hardly get by without air conditioners and there are more than a good number of varieties in air conditioner types that you will happen to come across. So, some basic knowledge of the particularities and differences of these types will help you decide […]
