Home renovations are a rough process but a fantastic way to improve comfort, aesthetics, functionality, and resale value of your home. However, nearly all renovations create residual dust and debris that you may not be able to see. That's because it's inside your HVAC system potentially harming your indoor air quality, creating odors, and putting a strain on the system. What To Do Post-renovation clean up is important because the dust and debris get into your air ducts. The

If you're having trouble maintaining comfortable temperatures, here are some reasons why: Energy Exchange Ever seen a cold drink in a glass develop condensation? That's exchange of energy. The liquid inside the glass gains heat from the outside air's temperature. Your home works the same way - when heat from the outside gets inside, your air conditioner turns on. During your home's building process, insulation is installed in the attic, ceiling, and walls to reduce the amount

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With the first day of summer just a few short weeks away, the temperature is only going to go up, meaning higher energy bills. Here is our HVAC summer checklist to make sure your AC is humming all summer long. Change Your Filters Dirty air filters lower your AC's performance. When you don't change your filters, it creates a blockage that leads to a system pressure drop, compromising airflow, This causes the whole system to work harder in order to reach the thermostat setting,

Your energy bills can be high for a number of reasons; maybe your thermostat needs reset, you need a new air filter, or you just need a maintenance visit. But there is one more issue that most homeowners don't think about. Basements can be a constant source of heat or cold air loss in both the summer and winter months, especially in older homes. If you have cracks or leaks in your basement, your HVAC system has to work harder to keep you comfortable, raising your energy bills

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April showers, lightening, and high winds can damage your HVAC system by creating rust, mold, and power outages. However, preventative maintenance can go a long way during the rainy season; read on to learn how to help prevent damage to your HVAC this spring. Before the Storm Shut down your AC unit or furnace; liquid could work its way into the system if it's running. For window AC units, unplug and remove them from the window so water doesn't get inside your home. Clear Debr

Warmer weather is on the way now that winter is finally coming to an end. But before we can celebrate, follow our HVAC spring checklist below to ensure your system operates safely and efficiently all season long. Change Your Filters It's recommended to change your filters every 30-90 days, depending on use. Replacing your filters is the easiest way to prevent damaged equipment and maintain energy efficiency. Make a note to check, clean, or replace your filters at the beginnin

It's been a mild winter so far, but the cold weather is still coming! The worst thing is to turn on your furnace on a freezing cold night and find out it's not working. Make sure your HVAC is ready for the cold by reading our tips below. Test your Furnace You want to make sure your furnace works before the cold weather comes full force; turn your furnace on at least one time. There are multiple problems that can develop in your heating system during the off season that you ma

Time to put away your t-shirts and shorts, fall is here! While having your HVAC system professionally cleaned may not be in your budget, here are some do-it-yourself tips you can check-off to keep your system healthy this season. Check and Replace your Air Filters Inspecting your air filter is the most important thing you can do at home yourself; dirty air filters make your HVAC system less efficient. Depending on the type of filter, it may need to be replaced as often as onc

In the age of DIY (Do It Yourself), you can find online video guides for pretty much anything. Materials are easily accessible and doing a project yourself is generally cheaper, but there has to be a limit somewhere, right? Learn why DIY HVAC repair is a bad idea. The Problem Escalates When a non-professional tries to do a DIY repair to their HVAC system, the outcome is almost never good. Your system is a complex piece of machinery that no online video guide can prepare you f

Cleaning or replacing your HVAC filter is one of the most important elements of HVAC maintenance. It helps to maintain performance and energy efficiency, sustaining a healthy and clean home environment. Replacing a filter is an easy task for most homeowners, but with all the filter options out there, do you know the right one for your home? Types of ratings and numbers homeowners can find for HVAC air filters: Microns and particulate matter MERV MPR FPR HVAC air filters dimen