Tag Archive For "HVAC maintenance"
Hardwood Care for Winter to Avoid Big Costs
The harsh weather conditions of winter are fast approaching, which means homeowners across the country are turning their attention to protecting their homes from the impending snow and ice. In many homes, one of the most crucial task is deciding how to preserve their hardwood flooring through the year’s most severe months. While durable, hardwood …
Prepping Your Gutters for Winter with a Gutter Guard System
Preparing your home for the winter is an involved, important job, requiring that you give almost every area of your home the proper attention. One such task that sometimes falls by the wayside is getting your gutters ready for the increased ice and snow of the winter season.
Carpet Cleaning Breakdown: Chemical, Steam, & Green Cleaning
When the carpeting in your home starts to look a little worn and dingy, you might be wondering what’s the best way to clean your carpet and restore its appearance. Unlike in times past, there are now a number of great ways to clean your carpet effectively, with the most prominent choices being chemical, steam …
How to Prepare Your HVAC for the Colder Months
Fall is upon us, and that can only mean one thing: Winter is right around the corner. As the nights go from comfortably cool to freezing cold, your HVAC system is going to be switching from providing cool air to providing heat.
Assessing Your Ventilation Performance
Your home’s ventilation system is a vital structure that regulates the air quality so that you can stay comfortable. One of the main components of your system, the ventilator, works to rid the air of pollutants and to control the temperature in the house. Whole house mechanical ventilation systems are separated into three categories: supply …
3 Easy Steps to Keep Your HVAC System Clean
There is nothing more annoying than allergies. Scratchy, red, irritated eyes, a stuffy or runny nose and an itchy throat can make it hard for you to live your life to the fullest . Although allergies have many causes, the typical culprits are airborne: pollen, mold, dust mites or pet dander. To alleviate these annoying symptoms, …
5 Ways To Make Your HVAC System Eco-Friendly
One of the increasing concerns of homeowners across the country is making their homes as eco-friendly as possible. Although there are a lot of ways you can make your home more environmentally friendly, your best option is to engage in a little HVAC maintenance. Making sure that your HVAC unit is running as efficiently as possible …
How to Estimate Your AC Repair Costs
Air conditioning systems are some of the most sophisticated, delicate machines that you have in your home. When it comes time for an AC repair, there are a lot of factors to consider, all of which can determine your overall cost. Generally speaking, repairing an AC largely depends on the issues affecting the unit. Typically, …
Cleaning Air Ventilation Ducts (DIY)
If you are anything like most American homeowners, your HVAC system is crucial to your home and your family’s comfort. If you want it to keep your unit running smoothly, it’s a good idea to invest in proper cleaning and maintenance on a regular basis. One of the areas of an HVAC system that does not get much …
How to Deal With Mold In Your HVAC System
Mold growth in your HVAC system is one of the quickest ways to turn your wonderful heating and cooling system into a health risk for everyone in the building. When mold is left to grow unchecked, you can be facing a serious issue, including breathing difficulties and possibly the necessity of replacing your entire HVAC …