For those looking to either upgrade their heating and air conditioning system or have one installed for the first time, they might be tempted to go with a system without an ENERGY STAR rating. That would be a mistake. ENERGY STAR rated HVAC units are government-tested, are much better for the environment than older HVACCONTINUE READING »
The indoor air quality in your home has a significant impact on those who are forced to breathe in that air all day. The dirtier the air, the more problematic it is for these people to breath. Family members who suffer with allergies or asthma will be especially sensitive to the poor air quality andCONTINUE READING »
Air conditioning units, particularly central air units, need to be taken care of and used properly in order to keep your house cool. Not all units are created equal and they work differently depending on what the climate is like around your home, and other environmental factors can impact their performance. Here are three thingsCONTINUE READING »
A heating and air conditioning unit is crucial to your household. Without them, you would be unable to fully function properly through the drastic hot and cold temperatures. While we may think we know everything there is to understand about these systems, there are some new trends coming in to take note of. Check outCONTINUE READING »
As your heating and cooling system can consume almost 50 percent of your homes energy usage, having your HVAC system receive a regular tune-up is vital for optimal performance. A regular-scheduled maintenance routine provides you with a system in top-operating condition and a gives your HVAC technician the opportunity to catch a small issue beforeCONTINUE READING »
The guardian air purification system is a whole house system that works to cleanse the air breathed and make for a healthier indoor environment. This system is best equipped for the use in the home, but has also been applied in a number of other applications as well. Hospitals, military bases and schools have allCONTINUE READING »
There are many homes that have a thermostat installed in it that controls the heating and cooling in their homes. Many of these thermostats may be outdated or they may be malfunctioning which can lead to a residence being under-serviced, or over-serviced, for heating and cooling. This can lead to a feeling of discomfort byCONTINUE READING »
What Is a Condenser Coil? A condenser coil is a snake-like shaped coil which houses tubing that removes heat from an air conditioning systems refrigerant. In a split air conditioning system, the condenser coil is located in the outside compressor unit and works along with the evaporator coil found in the interior unit to controlCONTINUE READING »
A home's air conditioning and climate control system is a complex group of devices that keeps a home comfortable, maintains a steady temperature, balanced humidity, and even purifies the air within a home. When these systems are not regularly maintained, it can lead to a wide variety of issues including a catastrophic breakdown during theCONTINUE READING »
Like any other mechanical system, having your air conditioning system routinely serviced will pay dividends in the long run. There are different areas that should be serviced regularly. First, you need to clean the filters. Make sure that you keep dust and dirt out of the filters. Clean filters will allow your air conditioner toCONTINUE READING »
