HVAC For The Layman

Posted on: 7 June 2017

If you've got foul odors floating through your home, and you've checked all the usual suspects, the problem might be with your air conditioner. You might not realize this, but your air conditioner can leave your home smelling bad, especially if it's got a problem that's been overlooked. Luckily, you don't have to shut your air conditioner off to get relief from the problem. In most cases, foul odors coming from your air conditioner can be traced by to three simple culprits.
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Posted on: 18 May 2017

If you want to reduce your energy consumption, think beyond just upgrading your HVAC. In addition to modern and efficient HVAC, there are things that you can do to keep your home cool. Passive cooling is a way to cool your home with designs that cool your home without mechanical cooling. The passive cooling includes things like ventilation with drafts and air currents or adding shade to keep direct sunlight out.
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Posted on: 13 May 2017

You don't always need to call a heating expert to fix your furnace. While most advanced electrical and gas issues should definitely be serviced by professionals, there might be a simpler solution to your problem. One very common issue with a furnace is that the pilot light is not lit. This leaves your furnace unable to power on to produce and circulate hot air. Here is the safest way to check your pilot light and relight it if necessary.
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Posted on: 10 May 2017

Tips about maintaining HVAC systems often list the importance of cleaning or replacing your filter on a regular basis. In many cases, this is a step you can take on your own, or you can have an HVAC professional do it as part of your annual service appointment. However, you may be wondering why clean filters are so important? Here's a look at the top reasons. 1. Dirty Filters Affect Your Air Quality
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