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Refrigerant leak leads to air conditioner replacement
A couple of years ago, during the middle of summer, I noticed that the house suddenly felt uncomfortably hot and sticky. I checked the thermostat and saw that the indoor temperature was much higher than the desired setting. Holding my hand up to a supply vent, I felt warm air. When I called for a […]
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Geothermal heat pump is worth the higher investment
Another advantage is that the one unit handles both heating and cooling Geothermal heat pumps are significantly more expensive than more conventional temperature control options. However, these innovative systems combine both heating and cooling capacity and also provide a virtually free source of hot water. Using only a minimal amount of electricity to run the […]
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Importance of air conditioner maintenance
Just like any piece of equipment that is continually required to operate, air conditioners require regular maintenance. Otherwise, performance gradually diminishes. Along with the wear and tear of handling the summer workload, there are potential issues from sitting idle. The best time to schedule professional service is in the spring, prior to starting up the […]
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Holding off on furnace repair leads to replacement
I waited as long as possible before calling for furnace repair. I should have scheduled professional service as soon as I noticed an issue with the heating system. By holding off, I ended up with a much bigger disruption and expense. Initially, the furnace was running for longer cycles than usual. I suspected that there […]
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Replacing attic insulation to improve energy efficiency
In my local area the summer temperature frequently climbs into the high eighties for even the nineties. The humidity is brutal. During the winter, the temperature regularly plummets into the negative digits. The wind chill makes it dangerous to spend much time outdoors. We often accumulate multiple feet of snow in a single overnight span. […]
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Choosing a rooftop unit for commercial space
I spent nearly two years looking for the perfect commercial property to purchase with the purpose of opening a coffee shop. I was hoping for a very visible location with plenty of parking. Big front windows and sufficient square footage for a prep area, display case, seating, storage, an office and bathrooms was important. My […]
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Snowmelt system linked to boiler
It automatically melts away snow and ice, eliminating the need to shovel, plow or figure out snow removal. My local area frequently makes the national news for our winter weather. We set records for sub zero temperatures and snow accumulation. The extreme conditions tend to last for more than half the year, creating a great […]
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Ceiling fans help distribute heat
I like to clean my house from top to bottom during the middle of the winter. In the spring, there is simply too much to do outside. In January, when the outdoor temperature drops down into the negative digits, I’m trapped inside. There’s plenty of time to do a very thorough job. I launder bedding […]
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Looking into zone control
Trying to maintain a single temperature throughout the entire house makes no sense. Each room has different requirements. In my home, there are rooms with large windows that are exposed to afternoon sunlight. Those spaces tend to heat up and feel warmer than the rest of the house. With one thermostat, there is no way […]
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Dehumidifier improves comfort and air quality
Moving from the north to the south was a big transition. I was accustomed to winter temperatures in the negatives, snow for months at a time and relying heavily on the heating system. Sweaters, snow shovels and ice scrapers were necessities. I drove a four-wheel-drive vehicle and never dared buy tickets for an event scheduled […]
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Duct cleaning solves odor problems
Last winter, I decided to cook salmon for dinner. The salmon was especially fishy smelling and tasting. The odor from our meal spread through the entire house. That night, when we noticed the scent was quite strong in our bedroom. The following morning, the odor continued to linger in every room. I tried vacuuming, lighting […]
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VRFs offer unique perks
Until recently I had never heard of a VRF system. This type of system eliminates the single, large and noisy central unit with multiple, smaller indoor air handlers that can be individually controlled. Variable Refrigerant Flow systems have the ability to regulate the amount of refrigerant supplied to each air handler, making them extremely energy […]
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Replacing attic insulation to improve energy efficiency
In my local part the summer time temperature frequently climbs into the high eighties for even the nineties. The humidity is brutal, but during the winter, the temperature officially plummets into the downside digits. The wind chill makes it dangerous to spend much time outdoors. My associate and I often accumulate numerous feet of snow […]
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Choosing a rooftop component for commercial space
I spent nearly two years looking for the perfect commercial dwelling to purchase with the purpose of opening a Tim Hortons Cappuccino shop. I was hoping for a actually visible location with plenty of parking. Big front windows and sufficient square footage for a prep area, display case, seating, storage, an office and bathrooms was […]
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Snowmelt system connected to boiler
My local part frequently makes the national news for our winter time weather. My associate and I set records for sub zero temperatures and snow accumulation. The serious conditions tend to last for more than half the year, creating a great deal of work, expense and challenges. My associate and I need special clothing, vehicles […]
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Looking into zone control
Trying to maintain a single temperature throughout the entire apartment makes no sense. Each room has unusual requirements. In my home, there are rooms with immense windows that are exposed to afternoon sunlight. Those spaces tend to heat up and feel warmer than the rest of the house. With one temperature control, there is no […]
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Duct cleaning solves smell troubles
The improvement was right away obvious Last winter, I decided to cook salmon for supper. The salmon was especially fishy smelling and tasting. The smell from our meal spread through the entire house. That night, when we noticed the scent was quite strong in our living room. The following afternoon, the smell continued to linger […]
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Replacing attic insulation to improve energy efficiency
In my local area the Summer temperature frequently climbs into the high eighties for even the nineties. The humidity is brutal, but during the winter, the temperature correctly plummets into the setback digits. The wind chill makes it dangerous to spend much time outdoors. My nice friend and I often accumulate many feet of snow […]
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Snowmelt system connected to boiler
My local area frequently makes the national news for our winter time weather. My nice friend and I set records for sub zero temperatures plus snow accumulation. The harsh conditions tend to last for more than half the year, creating a fantastic deal of work, expense plus challenges. My nice friend and I need special […]
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Holding off on boiler service leads to replacement
I waited as long as possible before calling for boiler repair. I should have stressed professional service as soon as I noticed an issue with the heater. By holding off, I ended up with a much larger disruption & expense. Initially, the boiler was running for longer cycles than usual. I suspected that there wasn’t […]
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Ceiling fans help distribute heat
I like to clean my apartment from top to bottom during the middle of the winter. In the Spring, there is simply too much to do outside. In December, when the outdoor temperature drops down into the drawback digits, I’m trapped inside. There’s plenty of time to do a legitimately thorough task. I launder bedding […]
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Importance of a/c repair
Just like any piece of equipment that is continually required to operate, a/cs require official repair. Otherwise, performance gradually diminishes. Along with the wear and tear of handling the summer time workload, there are potential issues from laying idle. The best time to schedule professional service is in the Spring, prior to starting up the […]
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Importance of air conditioner service
Just like any piece of unit that is continually required to operate, air conditioners require regular service. Otherwise, performance gradually diminishes. Along with the wear plus tear of handling the Summer workload, there are potential troubles from sitting idle. The best time to schedule professional service is in the Spring, prior to starting up the […]
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Duct cleaning solves odor problems
Last winter, I decided to cook salmon for dinner. The salmon was especially fishy odoring plus tasting. The odor from our meal spread through the entire house. That night, when my nice friend and I noticed the scent was quite strong in our home office. The following day, the odor continued to linger in every […]
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VRFs offer particular perks
Until recently I had never heard of a VRF system… This type of system eliminates the single, pressing plus noisy central unit with multiple, smaller indoor air handlers that can be individually controlled, variable Refrigerant Flow systems have the ability to regulate the amount of refrigerant supplied to each air handler, making them harshly energy […]
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Refrigerant leak leads to air conditioner replacement
Hardly any of years ago, during the middle of summer, I noticed that the apartment suddenly felt uncomfortably warm & sticky. I diagnosed the thermostat & saw that the indoor temperature was much higher than the desired setting. Holding my hand up to a supply vent, I felt moderate air. When I called for a […]
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Importance of air conditioner service
Just like any piece of unit that is continually required to operate, air conditioners require proper service. Otherwise, performance gradually diminishes. Along with the wear & tear of handling the Summer workload, there are potential issues from resting idle. The best time to schedule professional service is in the Spring, prior to starting up the […]
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Duct cleaning solves smell problems
Last winter, I decided to cook salmon for dinner. The salmon was especially fishy smelling & tasting. The smell from our meal spread through the entire house. That night, when my buddy and I noticed the scent was quite strong in our bedroom. The following morning, the smell continued to linger in every room, but […]
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VRFs offer unique perks
Until recently I had never heard of a VRF system, then this type of system eliminates the single, large & noisy central unit with multiple, smaller indoor air handlers that can be individually controlled, but variable Refrigerant Flow systems have the ability to regulate the amount of refrigerant supplied to each air handler, making them […]
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Looking into zone control
Trying to maintain a single temperature throughout the entire home makes no sense. Each room has different requirements. In my home, there are rooms with large windows that are exposed to afternoon sunlight. Those spaces tend to heat up plus feel warmer than the rest of the house. With one control unit, there is no […]