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Is Too Much Humidity in Your Home Bad for Your Health?
When most people think about air conditioning in their homes, they think of what it’s doing to cool the air. However, AC units also play an important role in removing humidity from the air to create an all-around more comfortable interior environment. Humidity in the...
What is ‘HVAC’ and How Do They Work?
You’ve probably heard of the term HVAC at some point in your life. There is nothing wrong with not being aware of its definition and how it works. After all, it only affects you once you own a property and need to install a system for your home. Consider this article...
Heating Efficiently: Energy Myths For Fall
As the last heat of the summer heat slips away, and autumn arrives, most homeowners start thinking about energy savings. You don't need to continue running the air conditioner all day to contend with high heat and insufferable humidity, so you expect that your...
DIY Pro-Tip: How to Change Your Air Filter
If you look at any list of tips and tricks for taking care of your air conditioner, one that will appear every time without fail is the same: changing your air filter regularly. Annual maintenance is essential, and so too is knowing how to set your thermostat for...
How Long Does Freon Last In AC?
When your air conditioner turns on, what happens? How does it cool the air? The process is surprisingly simple, and it all hinges on a special chemical called a "refrigerant" that helps pull heat out of the air, making it colder. Many people call this chemical inside...
How Do HEPA Filters Work in Your Home?
Air filtration is an integral part of maintaining indoor air quality, protecting HVAC equipment from undue strain, and creating a comfortable indoor environment for every occupant. With increasing concerns about air quality due to annual wildfires that seem to only...
HVAC Emergency: Identifying the Severity of a Furnace Issue
What qualifies as an emergency HVAC problem? If you are having a furnace issue, you might be asking yourself this question, wondering whether you should call an after-hours HVAC professional for help or wait for regular business hours to make an appointment. The...
Can Your HVAC System Affect How You Sleep?
The importance of a good night's rest is hard to overstate, yet many of us don't get as much sleep as we should. Many factors can influence the quality of your sleep, from how much you use a smartphone before bed to the type of bedding you use. Environmental factors...
5 Reasons Why Your AC Unit Smells Musty
Your air conditioning unit should bring relief, not dread. In the hot months, you want to know that your AC unit is there to keep your home’s internal temperature feeling bearable. But if the cool air coming out of your vents carries with it a foul smell, that can...
Dirty Ductwork Damages Your Home Comfort
The comforting sound of air rushing out of the vents in your home lets you know that cooler temperatures are on the way as your air conditioner works hard against the hot weather. What if that refreshing cool air is carrying allergens and other particles that degrade...
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