Your home’s heating load refers to the amount of energy it requires to stay at a comfortable temperature during the heating season. Taking steps to manage it starts with evaluating how energy efficient your home is and following up with improvements that will reduce the load.
Reasons to Be Thankful For Your HVAC System
Thanksgiving is just around the corner. What are you thankful for? Your home? Your family? How about your HVAC system? That one probably doesn’t make the list you rattle off around the dinner table, but maybe it should. It’s given you a lot this year.
Best Air Filters to Alleviate Seasonal Allergies
One of the worst times of year is allergy season. It’s tempting to just avoid going outdoors altogether in order to avoid allergens. But did you know that the air in your home is actually much more contaminated than outdoors? There’s dust, mold, mildew, and a host of other contaminants that can trigger an allergic […]
Does Daylight Saving Time Affect Your Thermostat?
Your clocks aren’t the only things that need to change with daylight saving time. Your programmable thermostat is also affected by the time change. Re-setting your thermostat at the right time helps ensure you get through Dayton’s cool fall weather in perfect comfort.
Key HVAC Needs When Selling a Home in Ohio
Ohio homebuyers are more financial savvy than ever, displaying a keen interest in the overall costs of a home at purchase as well as the expenses involved in running it once they buy it. For that reason, you shouldn’t overlook heating and cooling when selling a home. Here are the HVAC considerations you should make […]
Fall Air Quality Concerns in the Dayton Area
As the weather turns cooler in the Dayton area, certain air quality concerns appear. During fall, you might experience a drop in indoor air quality for a number of reasons. Find out more about these concerns and how you can deal with them and keep the air in your home healthy.
When to Upgrade Your HVAC for a Home Addition
Ensuring the proper heating and cooling of your entire home is paramount for keeping your household comfortable. This is why upgrading your HVAC system is one of the most important things to consider when adding a room onto your home. The question is, when is an upgrade appropriate and when is it not? To help […]
3 HVAC Considerations Before Hosting This Fall
While the Dayton area offers fairly comfortable weather for fall get-togethers, there are still a few HVAC considerations to keep in mind when you’re planning your parties. With a little advance preparation, you can ensure your guests enjoy their time in comfort.
Winterizing Your Dayton Home's HVAC System
When the hot summer weather surrenders to colder temperatures, you’ll need to take several steps to prepare your home for the winter chill. One important step is winterizing your HVAC system. This goes a long way toward increasing your system’s longevity. Follow these simple tips below to winterize your system:
Your Home's HVAC Placement Matters
Location matters when it comes to HVAC placement. Certainly, most of the heating and cooling system including the furnace and air handler will be situated indoors, in a part of the house with direct access to venting and ductwork. However, the condenser/compressor unit for the central air conditioner is another matter.