Much like our vehicles, homes, and any other long-term investment, our HVAC systems require regular maintenance, and this includes points where stale, indoor air is allowed to escape safely to the outside. These vents can exhaust anything from laundry room steam to kitchen smoke, as well as condensation and unpleasant odors that frequently occur in …
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 …
HVAC Essentials: Late Summer And Fall Maintenance Tips Read More »
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 …
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 …
Why Proper Attic Ventilation is Important Year-Round Read More »
The holiday season is such a great time to show your holiday spirit and to make your house more festive and welcoming to guests. Americans put up over 440,000,000 Christmas lights each year and spend typically between $40 and $70 annually on decorations alone. Going overboard on decorations can lead to unexpected HVAC issues, especially …
(Year Round) Decorating Safety Tips Around Your HVAC Equipment Read More »
Water. We can’t live without it for more than 72 hours. Our bodies are practically made completely with water, since it is 75% of our cells by weight. But, the last thing you want is water on the loose in your home. While we may need water to live, we definitely don’t want water in …
HVAC Tips: Keep Dangerous Moisture From Building Up In Your Home Read More »
What is a motorized damper? A damper is anything within a home’s HVAC system that helps to stop or regulate air flow. Dampers can be weighted or spring loaded to regulate when they open or close, or they can be controlled remotely through a powered motor. A motorized damper is common in newer homes with …
What are Zone Dampers? Dampers are plates or valves, used for regulating or stopping airflow inside a duct system, or any other equipment that handles air. Zone dampers on the other hand are specifically used in HVAC systems. For getting the maximum efficiency out of HVAC systems in homes, the airflow has to be diverted …
Reducing energy consumption is a top priority for every household. In order to achieve this, a thorough inspection of the HVAC system, the electric, as well as the electronic equipment is essential. Replacing old electronic equipment with control solutions that use new technology and are energy efficient yields huge benefits in the long run. Good …
Hot summer days or cold winter nights has a larger effect on people then they realize. Perspiration and chilly toes might be a sign that the weather is changing and prepare to see some changes in energy costs. When the temperature changes from mild to extreme little surprise is had when an increase in energy …
