A neglected HVAC system can cost as much as 25 percent more in energy costs, and this doesn’t include energy wasted by ductwork problems and potential repairs. By preparing your heat pump or A/C for the cooling months, you can enjoy many benefits, such as greater comfort and lower energy bills. Here are a few tips you can follow to keep your HVAC system in prime condition this spring:
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Make Sure Your HVAC System is in Prime Condition This Spring
Tuesday, March 31st, 2015How to Prevent Ductwork Contamination in Your Home
Thursday, March 12th, 2015
The HVAC ductwork hidden behind your home’s walls and ceilings is essential for distributing the air your family breathes, so keeping it free of contaminants is very important. Here’s how to prevent ductwork contamination and to keep your air supply free of pollen, mold, dust mites, bacteria, chemical residues and other undesirable pollutants:
Avoid The Health Effects of High Humidity with a Dehumidifier
Tuesday, March 10th, 2015
Our Fresno area’s humid summer months can either be a relief from arid conditions, or it can cause certain health problems in sensitive individuals. Since high-humidity environments can often cause allergy and respiratory issues, many homeowners have discovered that whole-home dehumidifiers can keep them healthier and happier throughout the humid months.
Important HVAC Air Duct Principles All Homeowners Should Know
Tuesday, February 17th, 2015
The efficiency at which ducts convey heated and cooled airflow can impact a home’s comfort and energy bills. If you’re upgrading your HVAC system or are designing a new home, it’s essential your HVAC contractor adheres to the following industry-standard HVAC air duct principles.
Common Combustion Pollutants in Your Home
Tuesday, February 10th, 2015
Although the amount is higher during the winter, common combustion pollutants can lurk in your home at any time of the year. Anything that burns can leave behind unhealthy gases if combustion isn’t complete. Of these gases, carbon monoxide (CO) is the deadliest, but others can adversely affect your health over time. Here are some common combustion pollutants to look out for in your Fresno home:
Have a Pro Test for Disconnected Heating Ducts in Your Home
Thursday, February 5th, 2015The ductwork in your home HVAC system is carefully designed and balanced to deliver just the right amount of air to all your rooms – at least, it should be. But the fact is that not all ductwork is correctly installed, and even when it is, years of use can lead to leaks and damage in your ducts. Disconnected heating ducts can result in a lot of energy use and a decline in home comfort, so it’s a good idea to have your ducts inspected for leakage.
Is Your System Airflow Balanced As It Should Be?
Thursday, December 11th, 2014
Having your HVAC system’s airflow balanced means heating and cooling airflow to every room into the house is consistent with the size of the room and balanced with the amount of air removed from of the room by the return airflow. This results in a condition of neutral air balance, considered optimum for effective and efficient heating. When airflow is out of balance, a range of performance and energy-efficiency shortfalls will affect your HVAC system, household comfort and indoor air quality.
Clean Your Ducts, Improve Home Air Quality
Thursday, October 16th, 2014
With Fresno being California’s largest inland city, it’s little surprise that residents generate a substantial amount of air pollution every day. While individual contributions to improving the outdoor environment may seem minimal, contracting a professional to clean your ducts at home can noticeably improve indoor air quality.
Preventive Air Duct Maintenance for Your Fresno Home
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2014If the air quality in your home is a concern, preventive air duct maintenance can go a long way toward keeping your indoor air quality at an acceptable level. Any allergy sufferers in your household will greatly benefit from clean, allergen-free air circulating through the home. As a homeowner, you can give the air ducts a partial inspection to decide whether a complete inspection and possible duct cleaning is necessary.
Wondering How Your HVAC System Works? Let Us Tell You Now
Tuesday, September 16th, 2014
Have you ever wondered how your HVAC system works? First of all, it’s important to realize that HVAC stands for heating, ventilation and air conditioning, features that every Fresno home requires for year-round comfort and health. If you want to be able to troubleshoot these essential home systems, it’s important to know how they work. First, we’ll start with air conditioning.