How long has it been since you have had the duct work cleaned in your home? Have you ever thought about what could be resting in your duct work just waiting for the furnace or air conditioning unit to kick on and carry it throughout your home? On this blog, you will find out what could be hiding in your duct work, how you can keep your duct work clean and how to determine if it is time for you to hire someone to do a thorough cleaning of the entire air duct system to prevent these airborne contaminants from entering the air that you breathe.
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17 November 2020
The main function of an air conditioning unit is to cool down your home, so if the air that is coming out of your vents is hot, then that's a cause for alarm. You most likely have to call and schedule an AC repair technician to come by and have a look at it, but there are a few things you can do before making that call to determine what the problem is and possibly even fix it yourself.
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12 November 2020
Like everything else in your home, your furnace has to be maintained properly in order to work. Since it's the beginning of winter, it makes sense to have a proper heating system maintenance plan intact so that you can tackle the cold weather and ensure your furnace will be able to stand up to the elements.
While you may think that the heating system maintenance plan needs be developed by a professional, there are many things that homeowners can do to prolong the life of their unit in between service calls.
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19 October 2020
Uneven heating can make certain rooms in your home uncomfortably hot or cold. It can also drive up your heating bills. The following strategies can help you avoid these issues.
1. Check the Registers
Closed registers are one of the most common reasons for uneven heating. Check all floor and wall registers to make sure they are open and that the vents are angled so that the warm air blows into the room instead of against the wall.
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14 September 2020
When it is time to pick the type of heat system you want for your home, you will be faced with a fully impressive list of options, especially if you are going with an electric furnace. However, a type of electric furnace that may stand out to you are those bearing that attractive "smart" label. Going with a smart furnace could mean a lot of things depending on the model, but there is an automatic expectation that a smart heating system could potentially simplify your life and save you money.
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