We’re nearly into April, and most of the country is still a little too cold for most people. It is technically Spring since the equinox is here and gone, but the air is still quite chilly. If you wish things would warm faster, but you find yourself not quite warming to the idea of a chilly spring, here is what you can do about it.
Slowly Recalibrate Your Internal Thermostat by Slowly Adjusting the Heat in Your Home…
Most people expect some noise from their air conditioner. Humming or an occasional pop isn’t anything to cause concern. What should cause concern is shaking. If the ducts and vents in your home seem to shake, or worse, if the outdoor unit vibrates and shakes, you likely have a problem that requires immediate repair. The following guide can help you address these concerns.
What causes shaking?
Vibration is normal for the outdoor unit of your air conditioner.…
Indoor air quality is a major concern for people with home offices. Most people who work from their homes don’t know the major causes of air pollution in their home offices, and this tends to be a major headache to them. Well, you can consult a heating contractor in that case to assist you in improving your IAQ for your home office. In addition to that, here are a few considerations to make.…
Forced air HVAC systems make use of a fan and blower system to move heated or chilled air throughout your home. Damage to or obstructions within the system can reduce airflow and cause all sorts of complications for your HVAC systems, negatively affecting their performance and reducing your home’s comfort levels. Understanding some of the most common reasons for poor airflow can help you determine how to best fix them.…
During the winter months, you probably rely on your furnace a lot. Unfortunately, it will not always work correctly. Here are three common problems your furnace might experience and solutions for them.
Dirty Filter
If you notice that your heating bills are unexpectedly high, the culprit may be a dirty air filter. When this part collects too much dust and debris, your furnace actually has to work harder at bringing in warm air.…
Your entire home might be at risk of serious damage if there is a hurricane approaching your area. This even includes your air conditioning system. These are some of the different ways that a hurricane can affect your air conditioning system.
Flooding
First of all, since your air conditioning system is designed to be installed outdoors, it’s obviously designed to be exposed to rain. However, there is a difference between your unit getting wet during a rainstorm and completely sitting under water because of flooding, which is common during hurricanes.…
The outdoor portion of your air conditioning unit is designed for all types of weather conditions, including heavy rain. However, even the toughest air conditioning system isn’t designed to resist long-term flooding or being submerged. Fortunately, just because your unit was flooded doesn’t mean that you’ll need expensive repairs or a replacement. Here are some things you should know about flooding and your outdoor air conditioning unit, and what to do before and after a storm.…
Setting up a commercial air conditioning system is a job that carries with it a slew of challenges. As the customer, it’s a good idea to have some familiarity with the terminology used within the industry. If you want a professional to know that you understand what you’re talking about, here are 5 concepts to keep in mind.
Tonnage
Most people are familiar with the use of British thermal units, usually stated as BTUs, in the industry to express capacity.…
Whether you are just getting ready to start turning on your air conditioning unit, or you have already started cooling your house down, you will want to take some time to consider how you can effectively keep your central air unit in great shape throughout the summer season. Here are some of those things you will want to do.
Give It A Good Cleaning
By taking an hour or so a couple of times a year to give your central air conditioning unit a good scrubbing can pay off in the long run.…
If you really want your utility bills to get smaller, you should consider improving the efficiency of your HVAC system. Even homeowners in mild climates will notice that a large percentage of their utility bills come from the cost of the electricity to run their large HVAC appliances. The heat pump, which houses the compressor, fan, and condenser coils is probably the biggest energy consumer, so making sure that this component is efficient is definitely going to save you money in the end.…
