Change The Filter? Huh? A Guide to Furnace Filters for New Homeowners

Posted on 17 December 2015

If you're brand new to the world of homeownership, there are probably a lot of things you're still figuring out – such as what a furnace filter is and why it's so important that you change it. Indeed, changing your furnace filter is one of those little hassles you have to deal with as a homeowner, but armed with the following information, you should be able to handle it. What is a furnace filter, and what does it do? [Read More]

The Benefits Of Yearly Duct Cleaning

Posted on 16 December 2015

If you live in a region where you are turning on your furnace every year to keep warm, then you need to make sure that you are keeping the duct work as clean as possible. Do not allow it to slip your mind since it is out of sight, as the duct work is a very important part of your entire heating system. Take a few moments to review the following points so that you can understand how yearly duct cleaning can benefit you. [Read More]

Seal Your Ducts For Increased HVAC Efficiency

Posted on 15 December 2015

One of the most common configurations of equipment for heating and cooling a home is a furnace and air conditioner. These two machines are placed in a central location and the hot or cold air they generate is then pushed through all parts of a house through a system of ducts. If you are looking for improved Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning, or HVAC, performance, you should look into sealing holes in your ducts. [Read More]

How To Improve Your AC

Posted on 14 December 2015

A non-efficient air conditioner can be adding more to your electricity bill than you think. This is because your air conditioning unit will have to be on longer to compensate for the lack of performance, which will cause your unit to consume more electricity. To ensure your unit performs efficiently and that you see quick results, you will want to perform routine services on your unit, like the following: Reposition Your Outside Unit: [Read More]

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Finding Duct Leaks

When I started noticing that our furnace wasn't working quite right, I immediately blamed it on my system. I thought that it simply wasn't producing warm air, so I hired a professional to come out and check the system. However, as soon as he started inspecting things, he noticed several large leaks between junction points and around corners. He mentioned that if there were leaks in the lines, the heated air wouldn't be able to travel to the right room. He went through my entire home and repaired the ducts, and you wouldn't believe the difference it made. Check out this blog to learn more about finding duct leaks.

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