Protect Your HVAC System
Ways To Stop Your A/C Evaporator Coils From Freezing
When your A/C unit stops working and you check out the unit to see if you can determine the problem, it might surprise you to see that the evaporator coils are frozen. This can stop your A/C from cooling your home and cause your family to become very uncomfortable. To stop that from happening, you’ll have to perform the following actions to keep the machine working well. Monitor the Coils Regularly Like most people, you probably aren’t thinking about evaporator coils every day. However, as dust and dirt build up on the coils, it...
read moreStrategically Planting Trees to Improve HVAC Efficiency
Heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning equipment, also known as HVAC equipment, does not operate in a vacuum. Instead, it responds as heat is gained from or lost to the outside environment. For example, as the sun beats down on your home during the summer, the interior of your home heats up, and your thermostat responds by turning your AC unit on. Thus, if you want to decrease the amount of money you have to spend on conditioning the air in your home, you need to take steps to decrease heat gain and heat loss. Using Trees to Defeat...
read moreA Look At The Pitfalls Of Retail Fueling Compared To Commercial Site Fueling
To ensure the longevity of your vehicles and the efficiency of your trucking business as a whole, fueling must be an important topic of focus. While a majority of trucking business owners will simply rely on fuel provided by some outside source for their fleet of semi trucks, it is usually a more financially sound decision to go with the services of a fleet or commercial fueling service (such as Enright and Sons). Fleet fueling services provide you with reliable fuel to keep your vehicles on the road as much as possible. To decide...
read moreTypes Of Home Air Purifiers
Home air purifiers are appliances that cycle air through themselves to filter out pollutants and allergens that may be in your home. There are several main types of home air purifiers available on the market, all of which operate in distinct ways to perform the same function. Understanding the differences between the available types of home air purifiers can help you choose the type that best fits your needs. HEPA Air Purifiers HEPA filters are made out of glass fibers that are tightly woven together into a thick filter. HEPA stands for High...
read moreThe Mold Danger Lurking In Your Vents And What To Do About It
Mold is ubiquitous. It can be found in cool, damp places outside of your home, and the microscopic mold spores it releases can make their way into your home. As long as your home stays dry, this really isn’t a problem. Proper cleaning habits and a good air filter should help to eradicate the mold from your home. On the other hand, if you have a flood, the conditions are ripe for a mold infestation. Some parts of your home are easier to clean up than others. Ducts are a notorious trouble spot. Mold in Ducts Ducts are just the sort...
read moreLearning Furnace Repair: Three Approaches For You To Try
If you have an old furnace and it is just giving you a lot of expensive problems, you may be motivated to learn how to fix it yourself. After all, you could buy the parts online and have them shipped directly to your house. Then all you need is the knowledge and education to install the parts and replace the old ones. Yet, where do you learn about furnace repair? The following three suggestions can help you get started. At a Technical College Most technical colleges do not require you to enroll as a full-time or part-time student if...
read more3 Benefits Provided By A Central Air System
A central air system is a great addition to any home, mostly because this type of air conditioning system can provide a very large array of benefits that most other cooling systems cannot really hope to match. Listed below are just a few of the benefits provide by central air. Quick Temperature Change One of the biggest reasons to purchase a central air system is that it will be able to lower the temperature in your house much faster than other air conditioner types. The main reason for this is that when a central air system is turned on it...
read moreWhich Type Of Energy Is Best For Heating Your Home?
If you have been thinking of giving your heating system a makeover, then you might have thought about upgrading your furnace. You might even have considered space heaters or heat pumps. However, you probably not have thought about changing the very type of energy that you use. To help you figure out whether a change is right for you, here is a brief overview of some of the most popular fuels for heating systems: Gas Natural gas is the most popular option is many areas of the world, due it its low extraction cost and extensive existing...
read morePreventing Animal Damage To Your AC
Animals can wreak havoc on your air conditioning system. The main places where they pose an issue is in the ductwork and in the outside condenser unit. The following guide can help you understand the causes of the damage and methods that you can use to prevent it. Problem: Animals in the Ducts Animals like raccoons, squirrels, or mice usually get access to AC ducts via the attic. Once inside, the ducts are like a super highway system through your home, where the pests may follow their nose to find food or a perfect nesting spot. This can lead...
read moreTop Signs That Your Central Air Conditioning Unit Needs To Be Repaired
If you want to make sure that you and your family are not going to be without air conditioning this summer, you need to know the signs of trouble. To help you with this, take a few moments to check out the following signs of central air conditioning trouble. Water Is Leaking Out There is a certain amount of condensation that naturally builds up within your central air conditioning unit. This is normally lead away from the unit through a drain tube. If the tube becomes brittle and breaks, becomes clogged, or backed up for any other reason,...
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As soon as I purchased my first home, I realized that it was going to be difficult to take care of all of the appliances. I was worried that some components would fail or that others would simply suffer from neglect. Unfortunately, I had no idea what to do in order to avoid these types of problems. To ward off my worries, I decided to hire a professional HVAC contractor who could help. I was able to find an incredible business in my area who really cared about their products and services. They taught me how to look for problems and how to troubleshoot a lagging system. Check out this blog for more information about protecting your HVAC system.