Shutting registers for temperature control seems logical enough. After all, you’re just closing off a room that you don’t want to send air conditioning or heating to, right? Seems like a good way to save money on your utility bill.
Fall Best Practices for Thermostats
Homeowners understand the importance of having a fully functional thermostat for the proper heating and cooling of their home. In fact, the fall season is the perfect time to tackle a few thermostat best practices to ensure that your household members and guests are comfortable.
Mild Weather HVAC Settings
Fall is usually a great time in our region to turn the air conditioner off and fling open the windows — for just a few brief weeks before colder weather sets in. We all look forward to these periods of letting the fresh air in and reducing our use of the HVAC system, but naturally, […]
How Leaves Affect Your HVAC
Falling leaves are part of the romance of autumn and the changing of the seasons, but those leaves can have an impact on your condenser, the outdoor section of your air conditioner. It’s wise to practice a little outdoor HVAC unit protection and clear those leaves away.
Combat Back-to-School Germs with Your HVAC
The kids will soon be going back to school. That means they’ll be exposed to germs from other kids and bring them home, possibly making your entire household sick in the fall and winter. Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do to minimize exposures to viruses and bacteria, including putting your HVAC […]
Steps to Prepare for Fall Allergens
The fall season can be a challenging one to deal with if you have allergies. It’s not always possible to completely avoid being exposed to the allergens that bother you when you’re outside, but you can reduce them inside your home. Find out what steps you can take to get your HVAC system ready while […]
How to Fix Uneven Cooling in Two-Story Homes
Having air conditioning helps you stay cool in summer, but what happens if this only works for part of your home? Uneven cooling in multi-level homes often means that upper stories don’t cool off as much as lower ones. Find out more about why this happens and what you can do about it to keep […]
What Moisture Around A/C Vents Indicates
Just like any other water leaks, moisture collecting around your air conditioning vents is never a good thing. The property damage, mold growth, and expensive repairs that can follow the problem can be traumatic. So why is condensation dripping from your A/C vents? Let’s explore the reasons behind the formation of vent moisture along with […]
End-of-Life Considerations: HVAC Component Lifespans
The components that make up your heating and cooling system are both costly and critical for your family’s comfort and well-being, so it’s important to know their expected lifespan. In general, an HVAC lifespan can range between 10 and 35 years, depending on the specific type of equipment:
HVAC Maintenance as Kids Go Back to School
The kids going back to school is a sign that summer is coming to an end. It’s also a handy reminder that it’s time to take care of important HVAC maintenance and comfort setting updates. Tackling the following tasks at the start of the school year can help you optimize your HVAC performance and energy […]