Donald P. Dick Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘duct leaks’

Attaining Your A/C’s SEER Depends on These Factors

Thursday, July 18th, 2013

Attaining Your A/C's SEER Depends on These FactorsAn A/C’s SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio) is an excellent tool homeowners can use to compare the relative efficiency of various air conditioners and heat pumps. Choosing a system with a high SEER number is a good start, but in order to maximize efficiency and comfort, proper installation and other factors are also crucial. To be sure you’ll actually reach the energy efficiency your new air conditioning system is capable of: 

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Carbon Monoxide Detection Could Save Your Family

Tuesday, October 11th, 2011

Combustion heating when maintained properly is a safe, viable option for household comfort. If neglected, however, certain aspects of your system can become dangerous to your family. Ventilation issues, cracked combustion chambers and duct leaks all can lead to backdrafting, circulating harmful gases such as carbon monoxide through your home. If this were to occur in your home, carbon monoxide detection could save your family.

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