During the dog days of summer, little is worse than having your HVAC system go out. Unless it also happens to include diagnosing and repairing your system when the temperature outside begins to climb. To prevent a critical failure of your HVAC system at the absolute worst time possible, it is important to perform regular …
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For anyone who has worked in an industrial kitchen with flat-top grills and broilers, this concept is a no-brainer: if you turn off the exhaust fans, the kitchen quickly fills with smoke. And even though we have our own selection of industrial kitchen ventilation options, the same can be said for at-home kitchens that typically …
Thinking about metal roof vents may not be at the forefront of every homeowner’s mind, but they should be. During the hot summer months, heat rises up into the attic and pushes your air conditioner to work overtime, while in the winter, moisture can accumulate under the shingles and on the frame, causing water damage …
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Plainly put, backdraft dampers are the unsung heroes of proper home ventilation. They allow for the expulsion of exhaust and odors caused by bacteria that would otherwise never dissipate, while also preventing contaminated air from re-entering the home. FAMCO’s backdraft dampers have a 2-blade assembly and a foam seal that keeps air from coming back …
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Not every building is created the same way, and thus, their HVAC requirements can also vary. In the past, large high-rise buildings would have a double set of doors, which created a “chimney effect” when they were opened simultaneously under the correct conditions (cold air, heated building). This resulted in lost heat and embarrassment for …
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When you buy a house, certain things may not come to mind immediately, like proper roof and/or dryer ventilation. Whereas improper roof ventilation can cause problems like ice dams and roof rot, a clogged dryer vent can literally transform your investment into a pile of smoldering ash. In fact, clogged dryer vents are one of …
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Are you finally ready to pull the trigger on that attic renovation? Or have you purchased a home recently, only to discover that your roof and attic have been subjected to moisture damage? As much as we may not like to think about it, proper attic ventilation is crucial in not only allowing warm air …
So, you moved into a house with a fireplace? Perhaps you built one yourself, thus fulfilling your life’s work? Whatever your circumstances may be, we at FAMCO understand the comfort that comes with fireplace ownership, as well as the importance of keeping said fireplace safe for consumption. Regardless of what the situation is between you …
The average homeowner may not think too much about their attic.For many, it’s just another storage vessel to catch all of the extras we tend to hang onto. However, neglecting its core function as an in-home environment regulator can cause all types of problems regardless of where you live, such as: Roof rot Ice dams …
Cleaning out trapped lint may be an ugly job, but someone has to do it. Left unchecked, a clogged outside dryer vent can cause all types of havoc, most of which being house fires. It’s been found that clogged dryers are only second to kitchen fires as the leading cause of home damage, which is …
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