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After spending a hefty amount on a furnace, you want the unit to serve you for as long as possible. A furnace typically lasts 18 to 20 years but can live 25 to 30 years if you properly maintain it. All you need to do is commit time and money to furnace maintenance, and the…
How can you keep your sunroom warm and comfortable during the fall and winter months? The window-filled room is the ideal place to spend a spring or summer day. But in the cooler months, it may seem drafty. Whether you recently built a sunroom addition or have never used this room in the fall or…
Many homeowners throughout Colorado and the American Southwest have swamp coolers installed in their homes, and for understandable reasons. Swamp coolers cost less to install and require less energy to run than HVAC systems, while their method of cooling works especially well for warm, dry climates. Even with these advantages, however, you may have good…
Although your air conditioning unit is designed to last, several factors can affect how long it serves you. Frequent repairs and poor maintenance are a few things that can affect your unit’s lifespan. Moreover, certain operational habits can drastically limit your system’s longevity. Unfortunately, the unit manufacturer extends a warranty up to a certain period.…
If your school’s ductwork is outdated or if you’re installing a new heating and air conditioning system, then new ductwork might be required. Having ductwork installed in a school might not be as simple as it seems, though. You need to plan carefully when installing school ductwork for these reasons and more. Fortunately, a professional…
A heat pump regulates temperatures in your home to make your living space more comfortable. During winter, the refrigerant in the pump brings heat inside your house to keep you warm. In summer, the refrigerant changes its flow and removes heat from inside your house. However, your heat pump might break down over time with…
The air conditioner’s (AC) condensate drain line drains water out of the unit. Drainage problems, such as those that occur due to clogging, can cause multiple problems for the AC. Below are some reasons and signs for condensate drain problems. Causes Various things can clog the condensate line. Here are some common culprits. Dusty Surroundings…
When the weather begins to warm up, the last thing you likely want is to be uncomfortable in your home. You may automatically turn down your thermostat, buy a larger air conditioner unit, or shift the vents to help you better cool your home. However, you can make some mistakes to keep your home cooler…
You don’t need the same knowledge as an air conditioner (AC) technician to use your AC. However, some basic knowledge of an AC system will help you run it efficiently. Below are three parts of your AC that you should know well. Thermostats The thermostat is a temperature sensor. The thermostat senses the temperature and…
Understanding indoor air quality starts by knowing the types of pollutants in our environment. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 13 indoor pollutants affect the air quality we breathe, which can cause health issues such as asthma, cancer, heart disease, or even death. For better understanding, we divided these air pollutants into three. Here…