Easy things you can do to improve your indoor air quality
Low air quality in your home can have a big effect on your health, and mood. We tend to think of air pollution as something outside — smog, ozone, or haze hanging in the air, especially in summer. But the truth is, the air inside homes, offices, and other buildings can be more polluted than […]
What is an HVAC system and how does it work
First and foremost, HVAC stands for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. This system provides heating and cooling to residential and commercial buildings. You can find HVAC systems anywhere from single-family homes to submarines where they provide the means for environmental comfort. Becoming more and more popular in new construction, these systems use fresh air from […]
Is your Coil leaking and what you can do about it
The evaporator coil is located inside your air conditioner. If you’re experiencing water leaking from your air conditioner, you may be experiencing an evaporator coil issue, The evaporator coil absorbs the heat inside your home and by using a refrigerant gas, transfers the heat outside. pretty straight forward right? Well, what happens when things go […]
Do you really need a whole house Humidifier
As the days are getting colder, the air is getting drier. Combine that with a heater running day and night—now the air is even drier. It’s an endless cycle of miserably dry air! For some homeowners, the next step is to go out and buy a portable humidifier. They might buy several of them, or […]
Top reasons why your AC isn’t working
Summer’s hot weather is back in full force. The last thing you want when the temperatures outside are rising is to be wondering why your air conditioner isn’t working. Unfortunately, like everything else, air conditioners can break down and when this happens on a hot day it can be very miserable While they can usually […]
How Much does a Air Conditioner Furnace combo cost
Controlling temperature and humidity levels in your home is the key to maintaining its livability. A functional air conditioner and heater do exactly that. Opting for an air conditioner and heater should be considered a priority, and not a matter of choice. Both your air conditioner and heater work round the clock to maintain a consistent and comfortable […]
How to unfreeze your AC unit Fast
If you see ice on either your indoor or outdoor unit, it’s a clear sign that something’s wrong with your AC unit. The worst part? If you keep running the AC, you risk damaging the compressor—a $1,495+ AC repair (more on that later). That said, follow these steps to unfreeze your AC unit quickly: Turn the thermostat […]
Best HVAC UV Lights
There are a variety of ways you can sanitize things in your home. Ultraviolet lights have been known to kill certain bacteria. They are used in hospitals and even come in air purifiers to improve indoor air quality. Similarly, these lights can be placed within your heating and cooling system to keep your air and […]
What is an Air Conditioner hard start kit
Did you know it takes 4 to 8 times more electrical current to start your central AC unit than is required to run it? The excess heat generated during startup is damaging to your central air conditioning system compressor. A hard start kit is a start capacitor and a potential relay or PTC ( positive temperature […]
What is the best air Purifier for my home
Did you know that indoor air can be more polluted than the air outdoors? And if you’re spending more time at home these days, as many of us are, you might be concerned about the risk from contaminants like dust, smoke, pet dander, organic compounds, allergens and bacteria. Good ventilation can help, but the best air […]