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Updating, Extending and Simplifying Your HVAC System

For most homeowners, the HVAC system is one part of the house that they do not handle on their own. While many people do their own plumbing repairs, landscaping or painting, they often have to seek outside help when they need assistance with their HVAC systems. I am the same way. I am a jack of all trades but not of HVAC systems. However, I still think it's important to understand the basics so that you can choose a great HVAC contractor and talk with them about their strategies and their projects. This blog has all kinds of ideas and tips on updating, extending and simplifying your HVAC system. Please explore, enjoy and learn from these posts.

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How Is a Heat Exchanger Inspected?

Posted on December 10, 2020

Do you fear that something is wrong with your furnace's heat exchanger and that it needs a professional inspection? If so, you're likely curious about how the heat exchanger will be examined. Here is what to expect during your HVAC inspection. Testing Carbon Monoxide Levels Your technician will have a carbon monoxide detector on them when performing the inspection, which will tell them if there is carbon monoxide leaking from the furnace. [Read More]

Four Reasons Your AC Is Blowing Hot Air

Posted on November 9, 2020

Since the main function of an air conditioner is to blow cold air throughout your house, if it's only spitting out hot air, that's a problem. While this may be an issue with the unit itself, most often there are few smaller issues that can cause it first. Work through the list below, but if you're uncomfortable dealing with any of them yourself, contact a technician that handles AC repairs to get it fixed. [Read More]

Testing Your Home's Air Quality And Maintaining Heating And Cooling Equipment

Posted on October 5, 2020

Indoor air quality can play a role in how well you breathe and some contaminants can cause severe respiratory distress or pose a risk to your overall health. If you have recently noticed the onset of coughing on a daily basis or if the air within your home feels stuffy, use some indoor air quality testing methods and inspect and clean your indoor heating and cooling source. Quality Is Usually Compromised In A Gradual Manner [Read More]

Advice for Buying a Portable Cooling Unit

Posted on September 29, 2020

If you have a low budget or just have a small space to cool, getting a portable cooling unit may be best. These units require little effort to move and even less to run. You can find the perfect portable cooling unit for your particular space with this advice. Identify Room Size You want to be careful about the size of the portable cooling unit you get. Ideally, it needs to cool down the space where it's going as well as possible. [Read More]