The choice between investing in a new air conditioning system and sticking it out with the old one can be a hard one for most homeowners. For most people, it makes sense to keep on repairing an old unit instead of admitting that it is time to purchase a new one. That’s mostly because the initial cost of investing in a new AC unit can be pretty high. However, you…
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Looking to save money on your homeowner expenses? Start with energy savings! Here are a number of ways to save money on your heating and cooling costs. Upgrade Upgrade your HVAC system if it is old and outdated. Newer systems are designed with energy savings in mind. Besides, the older your HVAC system is, the less efficient it will be. Change Filters Change the filters of your air conditioning system…
Commercial real estate investors wear a lot of different hats. But as you accumulate more properties, or if you are more familiar with residential properties than commercial ones, you can’t wear all of them. Not only does that stop your business from scaling effectively, that leaves you with a lot of liability on your hands. Automate these three tasks to keep your current investments in good repair: Contract for recurring…
The furnace in your home is one of the most important appliances that you own. While a furnace can work well and keep your home warm for well over 10 years, it does require maintenance and servicing from time to time. To ensure it continues to work well, having your furnace serviced by a technician on a regular basis would be a good option. There are several reasons why you…
It’s probably been a few months since you powered down your furnace for the spring. It might be so hot you can hardly even think about your inactive furnace. But that makes now the perfect time to do a few maintenance tasks that will keep your system in good working order for the fall and winter. Why should you check on your furnace during the summer? Sometimes appliances stay in…
Maintenance is always the best way to prolong the life of your air conditioning. Preventative a/c maintenance catches parts before they break, keeps air flowing throughout the system, and reduces expensive repairs. Replacing your indoor air filter might be on your quarterly to-do list and you may already schedule an annual cleaning of your outdoor condenser, and these are great steps. Here are three ways to protect your condenser between scheduled…
You don’t have to replace your air conditioning unit to get better or more convenient air conditioning systems. Add-ons or tools that modify your existing system can give you individual advantages that are missing from your current HVAC. A modular approach to maintaining your HVAC helps you save money and gives you only the tools you want. Here are three crucial functions your traditional HVAC could use: Add a humidifier/dehumidifier….
During the warm summer months, one of the most important appliances that you can have is your air conditioner. During the warm months, an effective air conditioner will be able to keep your home cool and comfortable. While an air conditioner can last for a long time without the need for replacement, there are several signs that you should look out for that could indicate that your air conditioner could…
If you turn on your central air conditioner, but only lukewarm air comes from the vents, don’t panic. It could be the thermostat is set incorrectly and just a simple flip of the switch will solve your problem. Your central air conditioner depends on the thermostat for knowing what to do, which in turn means you have the ultimate control over what happens. Most thermostats aren’t extremely complex, but fan…
Your heating and air conditioning system is extremely important as it will help to keep your home warm and safe in the winter and cool and comfortable in the summer. Due to the importance of a HVAC system at your home, or at a commercial building, having access to a HVAC tech is very valuable. There are a variety of services that are commonly provided by a HVAC tech. Routine…