Within a commercial building, ducts can become very dirty. There are several reasons for this, mainly from extended use of the HVAC system. As time goes on, more and more dirt and debris will collect within the duct system. When that happens, every time the system comes on, the...
As a very popular series of books said, “Winter is Coming.” When winter arrives, the furnace is going to come on and when that happens, you want to make sure your furnace is running at peak efficiency and is running safely in your house. The furnace is the unsung...
When autumn comes around, homeowners around the country begin working on getting the home ready for winter. This can include cleaning out the gutters to prevent ice jams, putting up storm windows, patching up areas where cold air comes into the house and more. One of the most important...
These days, we all want to save money when it comes to our energy bills. Too often we end up paying too much on our bills, and when expenses are tight, that is not a good situation to be in. We all know of the various ways we can save...
Two decades ago, a thermostat was a simple device. You moved a piece of the thermostat to correspond with the temperature printed on the thermostat itself. It worked on simple thermodynamics. There wasn’t that much to it. Today, things are much different. Not only are the vast majority of thermostats now...
Cooling Refrigerants Refrigerants are what make air conditioning possible. Contained within the coils of an air conditioner, these liquid agents cool and dehumidify indoor air. For years, the most common refrigerant used in air-conditioning systems was R-22 (Freon). Today, in response to growing environmental concerns, production of systems using R-22...
The air conditioner is a wonderful thing. Without it, the summer would be a lot more difficult to handle, especially on those very hot, humid days. Having an air conditioner can make things much more manageable, makes people happier, and it makes them more productive. There are countless choices...
How air conditioners work is by removing the heat from the space they serve. An air conditioner is simply a big refrigerator that uses the process of refrigeration to provide cooling for a building. Types of Air Conditioners Types of air conditioner systems include window units, Central Air Conditioners,...
To repair or replace your air conditioner, that is the question that likely comes to mind whenever your Heating or Air Conditioning system stops working. Although repairing your air conditioner may be the most affordable solution now, it might not be the best choice over the long run. Factors to consider...
Air conditioners are a wonderful invention. They help keep us cool in the winter, and they literally can save lives. During a major heatwave, the temperature on the upper floors of an apartment building can get very high. That is bad news for anyone who is elderly, young or...
