Which thermostat is right for you? Technology is a wonderful thing and it can offer us many opportunities and options. However, too many options can be overwhelming and trying to keep up with technology can be daunting (and sometimes unnecessary). So which thermostat is right for you? Manual Thermostat The simplest of all of your […]
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Choosing A New Heating System Buying a new heating system is a major investment, one that should last many years. Options for a Gas Unit When considering a new furnace, most of your decisions depend on the energy source available to you. Below are the options if you have Natural Gas or Liquid Propane (LP): Gas Split:
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What Happens When You Don’t Maintain Your Furnace When something sits around unused for a long period of time it will obviously collect dust. When that something also involves a lot of internal mechanical parts, there is a chance that something will fail. Don’t wait until the first chilly night of the season to find
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What To Look For In A New HVAC System Whether your current heating and air conditioning system is on the brink of failure, starting to get old, or you would like something more energy efficient, research and knowledge are a good starting point. Below are some important factors to take into consideration when thinking about
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Ideal Thermostat Settings The first step to making sure that your thermostat settings are ideal for the time of day and season is to ensure that the thermostat itself is installed in the proper location. An interior wall near the center of the house is the ideal location. Try to avoid direct sunlight, doors, windows,
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Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air? Waking up in a very cold house is not the best way to start your day. If your furnace is blowing cold air, there are a few things that you can check yourself before calling us. Thermostat Make sure your thermostat fan is set to “auto.” Set to
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Heat Pump vs. Furnace HEAT PUMP FURNACE Winters that average 30º – 40º F Winters that dip below freezing Areas with low electric rates Don’t depend on outdoor temperature to convert to heat Also an air conditioner Requires a separate air conditioner if you want air conditioning Moves the heat that already exists from
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Inside Air vs. Outside Air: Which Could Be Worse? When we think about air quality, we naturally assume that staying indoors would be safer and healthier. But consider your inside air vs. outside air: which could be worse? COMMON OUTDOOR AIR POLLUTANTS ozone particulate matter nitrogen dioxide sulfur dioxide carbon monoxide toxic air pollutants Source:
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Why Regular Furnace Maintenance Is Important Safety Your family’s safety is always top priority. This is why regular furnace maintenance is necessary. This should include: Cleaning and adjusting the burner assembly Cleaning the ignition assembly Inspecting the heat exchanger Testing safety controls Cleaning or replacing air filters With proper inspection and maintenance, you can heat
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The Truth About Closing Vents True or false? Closing vents will save you money. False. Maybe you grew up in a home where rarely used rooms were closed off and vents were also closed in those rooms. You may have been told that this would save money. The truth is that this practice actually harms
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