When you’re trying to regulate the temperature in your home, especially during temperate extreme seasons like summer and winter, moisture is one factor that can influence it. When you walk into your home, you bring along with you all of the contaminants that you picked up along the way, which could include: Carbon monoxide Cigarette […]
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No matter what season it is, it is always a good idea to have a handle on your energy cost. Predictable, lower energy costs can mean that your HVAC system is running smoothly and efficiently. It can also mean that your home is well-insulated and sealed from outside leaks. On the other hand, exorbitant energy
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For anyone who has either rented or purchased an older home, the pungent smell of aged, clogged air ducts is one that is all too familiar. It can smell like mold, mildew, dust, or any other handful of unpleasant odors, and that’s not even getting into the items causing it and what their long-term effects
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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
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Few things are worse during a record-breaking heat wave than going to use your central air conditioner and it either: 1) works poorly, or 2) does not work at all. Further, the problem could only be occurring in one or two rooms, or could be the result of multiple problems such as bad coils, faulty
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Before, we laid out a checklist of the items to consider when looking at an existing HVAC system. But upon going through those items, you discover that the HVAC system needs to be replaced. But what about the ductwork? When was it installed? Which repairs are absolutely necessary? Considering the extent of the repairs before
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Location, location, location is how one folk saying goes, but when it comes to proper home ventilation, not all locations and climates are created equally. Where some temperate climates may experience extreme drops and rises in temperature throughout the year, others remain pretty consistent or never really wander outside of an average range. To be
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Now that winter is over, it is time to go up into the attic and onto the roof and see what potential damage the winter has brung. For homeowners the world around who experience winter, there are a plethora of problems that can occur in the icy months, such as: Ice dams Broken shingles Moisture
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Contrary to public opinion, defective ductwork is not solely a problem owned by older homes. Improper installation and defective parts can also cause ductwork to not operate efficiently, and since this ductwork is housed within your walls, it may be hard to detect any problems right away, but they can include: Reduced heating/cooling efficiency Reduced
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Before jumping into this one, you need to know that repairing your HVAC system yourself is risky and could void your warranty. Do not attempt to repair your HVAC system yourself. Call a professional. Now that we have the serious stuff out of the way, surely you would want to know what warning signs to
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