Spring is just around the corner, which means allergy season will soon be here. Airborne allergens and dirty air ducts can pose health risks to your household. In addition to improving your indoor air quality, maintaining your HVAC system can also increase your home’s energy efficiency, reduce electric bills and prevent costly repairs.
Ways to Childproof Your HVAC Registers
When you have small children at home, you always want to make sure they don’t have dangerous encounters with your furnishings and appliances. One thing that can attract their attention is the components of your HVAC system, specifically the registers. They may curiously stick their tiny fingers in the vents and get stuck. They can also put items in the air ducts, which can get damaged too…. Continue Reading
Why Your Heat Pump Can’t Reach the Set Temperature
With proper maintenance, you can keep your heating system in good condition for many years. However, certain problems can still occur, especially during extreme weather. For instance, in the winter, heat pumps sometimes struggle to reach the set temperature, affecting your indoor comfort. … Continue Reading
4 Best Practices to Observe When Using a Programmable Thermostat
Getting the most out of your programmable thermostat has its benefits. For one, it can help you save at least 10% on heating and cooling costs a year. As a leading air conditioner repair contractor in the area, Cooper Brothers, Inc. recommends you follow these five best practices when using this important component of your HVAC system.… Continue Reading
4 Reasons to Replace Both Your Indoor and Outdoor HVAC Units
Your HVAC system may be due for replacement if it’s showing signs of inefficiency or is already nearing the end of its service life. You might be thinking of replacing only the outdoor unit and leaving the indoor unit as is, but most reputable heat pump and furnace replacement technicians would advise replacing them both at the same time. While this might seem like an unnecessary expense, replacing both the indoor and outdoor units has its benefits. Some of these include:… Continue Reading
