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Differences Between Commercial and Residential HVAC Systems
All HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) systems combine central air conditioning with central heat generated by a furnace or a heat pump. However, there are some significant differences between HVAC units designed for your home and HVAC units designed for...
Winter Home Heating Strategies That Work
Heating your home in an economically efficient manner throughout the winter is quite the challenge. Though it is possible to put the thermostat on 70 degrees, doing so is not necessary. Implement the heating strategies outlined below to keep your home nice and toasty...
The Benefits of Controlling Your Indoor Air Quality
Throughout the year, your HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system cycles air between the outdoor environment and the interior of your home or business. It’s important to note that this process is not passive. In fact, the operating condition of your...
Can I Just Replace the Outdoor Unit on an Older Air Conditioning System to Save Money?
Air conditioners are complex devices that contain several key components. Each of these components must work well in order for your AC to properly control the temperature inside your home. In some cases, the outdoor unit on an older air conditioning system — which...
How Proper Maintenance Extends Your Air Conditioner's Service Life
Just like any other piece machinery, your air conditioner has to be maintained for it to function properly. Investing in air conditioner service and maintenance can ensure that your unit has a long service life and performs well over the course of its lifespan....
Indoor Air Quality Facts and Statistics
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Everything You Need to Know About Air Conditioner Service Valves
The American Society of Heating Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) defines air-conditioning as treating air and controlling it’s temperature, humidity, cleanliness and distribution to satisfy the requirements of a particular space. To maintain a...
Air Conditioner Service: How to Save and Avoid Pricey Repairs
In the know home and business owners understand that the best time for air conditioner service is long before something goes seriously wrong. Regular maintenance wins over major repairs every time. For businesses, a properly maintained system saves time and money and...
Cautionary Measures To Take When Hiring An Air Duct Cleaning Firm
If you have decided to have your home or office's air ducts cleaned, you have made the right decision. A deep clean of the building's air ducts will prevent sickness and allergies. It will also lower your utility bills. However, it is not prudent to Google your city's...
Do HVAC Systems Emit Greenhouse Gases?
The ozone layer protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet, or UV, radiation from the sun. Greenhouse gases are gases, such as chlorofluorocarbons, or CFCs, that damage the ozone leaving the Earth's surface vulnerable to UV radiation and resulting in an increase in...
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