Have you ever noticed water around the base of your HVAC unit? Has this problem hit you exactly when you have begun relying on your heating and air conditioner again? And most important of all, have you thought that it is normal to see the base of your system wet at certain times of the year?… Continue Reading
Archives for 2011
Feel the cool, program the chill
With the summer creeping in, there are bound to be temperature fluctuations. Are you among those who simply turn up the thermostat on a cold day and switch over to the central air conditioning units on a hot day, without a second thought? Well, this may make your ceiling leak one day!… Continue Reading
Some important HVAC terms
According to a report from the Rocky Mountain Institute, air conditioning & heating is responsible for nearly 50% of the energy usage in the US. During the summer months.
So why not employ aspects that are green and help the environment remain green? The EPA says that installing a programmable thermostat will save about $150 per year. It also encourages people to maintain ideal temperatures, which range between 72 degrees to 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Heating and cooling air conditioners work best when they are well maintained with periodic checks by a skilled technician…. Continue Reading
Why is periodic HVAC servicing important?
The most crucial reason why you need to periodically service your air conditioning and heating hvac is safety. When you run your hvac that is based on natural gas and oil, it emits fossil fuel, which can generate dangerous byproducts, and carbon monoxide is one of them. Surely, you would not want to risk the life and health of your loved ones by allowing them to breathe in the poisonous gases? This is exactly the reason why periodic servicing of your air conditioning and heating hvac systems is required…. Continue Reading
Assess your air conditioners periodically
Did you know that every time the compressor in your heating and cooling air conditioner starts, it needs to pull in power for the start up? This is the reason why sometimes you see your circuit breakers tripping or the lights of your home dimming. If you have come across such a problem, especially with your old units, it is time you engage a qualified technician to do assess your unit…. Continue Reading