HVAC For The Layman

Posted on: 18 May 2017

If you want to reduce your energy consumption, think beyond just upgrading your HVAC. In addition to modern and efficient HVAC, there are things that you can do to keep your home cool. Passive cooling is a way to cool your home with designs that cool your home without mechanical cooling. The passive cooling includes things like ventilation with drafts and air currents or adding shade to keep direct sunlight out.
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Posted on: 13 May 2017

You don't always need to call a heating expert to fix your furnace. While most advanced electrical and gas issues should definitely be serviced by professionals, there might be a simpler solution to your problem. One very common issue with a furnace is that the pilot light is not lit. This leaves your furnace unable to power on to produce and circulate hot air. Here is the safest way to check your pilot light and relight it if necessary.
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Posted on: 10 May 2017

Tips about maintaining HVAC systems often list the importance of cleaning or replacing your filter on a regular basis. In many cases, this is a step you can take on your own, or you can have an HVAC professional do it as part of your annual service appointment. However, you may be wondering why clean filters are so important? Here's a look at the top reasons. 1. Dirty Filters Affect Your Air Quality
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Posted on: 9 May 2017

AC repairs are never fun, especially in the middle of a hot summer. Fortunately, many AC repairs can be eliminated completely as long as you follow a regular maintenance schedule. Here are a few AC repairs that can easily be avoided: Water Leaks:  Water leaks from the AC system occur when the drain to release the moisture in the condensation coils is blocked. Instead of taking the water outside of the home, it is pooling inside, which can cause significant water damage in your home where ever the indoor unit is located.
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