2016

A Few Ways To Save Money On Air Conditioning Repair

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At some point in time, you are going to notice that your central air system is not working very well. It could be blowing warm air or it may be running constantly. Maybe you’ll notice an exceptionally high electric bill. If having a technician come out to fix things is not in your budget at the moment, here are a few things you can do to keep the repair bill to a minimum.…

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Wake Up to a Blast of Cold Air? 3 Steps to Stay Warm While You Wait for Furnace Repairs

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If you just woke up to find your heater went on the fritz overnight, you’re probably looking for some quick ways to stay warm while you wait for repairs. Waking up to a home that’s freezing cold is never a pleasant experience. Unfortunately, winter is a furnace-repair technician’s busiest time of year, and that means you may have to play the waiting game until they can get to your repairs. The time you wait might be even longer if they need to order parts for your furnace.…

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Take The Chill Off: 3 Tips To Lower Your Heating Bill This Winter

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Winter will be here before you know it, which means the temperatures are about to dip into the uncomfortable range. Keeping warm during the winter can put a real damper on your monthly budget. Luckily, there are some steps you can take to heat your home more efficiently. Here are three suggestions to help take the bite out of higher heating bills this winter. Improve Heating Efficiency If your heating system isn’t running efficiently, you’re going to notice a couple of problems.…

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Heating Bills Inching Up? Use The Vestibule Effect To Shrink Them Back Down To Size

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Does the thought of approaching winter weather make you eye your home’s thermostat with dread, knowing just how much every degree of heat will cost on your next month’s bill? Then now is the perfect time to take positive action by making some changes around your home that will help to tame high heating costs and help you keep the household budget healthy.  Stop heat loss at the door Homes with vestibules were once a common design trend and that practice was about much more than just aesthetics.…

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Easy Central Air-Conditioner Troubleshooting Tips

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While advanced central air-conditioner repair requires the training and expertise of a technician, there are a few simple problems that any homeowner can try to solve. Here is a guide for troubleshooting three common central air-conditioner problems. Air Conditioner Won’t Turn On If your air conditioner won’t turn on at all, this doesn’t always indicate a serious problem. The most common culprit behind an air conditioner that fails to turn on is an interruption in the air conditioner’s circuit.…

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3 Pieces Of Equipment You Need To Keep Your Boiler Running Smoothly

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If you have a boiler in your home, there are a few different pieces of equipment that you need to have on hand in order to keep your boiler running smoothly. Here are the top three pieces of equipment that you need to own if you have a boiler in your home. #1 Water Softener The piece of equipment that is most vital that you own if you have a boiler is a water softener.…

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Should You Have Floor Ducts Installed For Your HVAC System?

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If you’re building a new home and have reached the point where you have to choose an HVAC system arrangement, one option you may be coming across is the use of floor ducts. In this type of arrangement, the ducts for your HVAC system are run under the floor rather than through an attic. Whether or not you would benefit from this arrangement will depend on your preferences. Here’s a look at the pros and cons of under-floor HVAC ducts.…

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Four Reasons You May Notice Temperature Inconsistencies Throughout Your Home

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During the warm months, you expect relief from the heat when you walk into your house. When you find that one room in the home feels much different than the next room, something could be wrong. Your air conditioning system may not be working as efficiently as it should with the house varying in temperature. The more you adjust the thermostat to ensure a consistent temperature throughout the home, you could be increasing your energy bill causing you to pay way more than you should.…

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Seven Benefits Of Having A Humidifier In Your Home

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If you live in a desert climate where the air is often dry, you may wish to install a humidifier in your home. This device can be integrated with your furnace and air conditioner. It will add moisture to the air before it is blown out through your ducts. When you install a humidifier, you get to enjoy a number of benefits including: Fewer respiratory issues: When the air is dry, it tends to dry out your respiratory tract, leading to an itchy throat, coughing, and even sneezing.…

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Go Tankless: 4 Simple Steps To Clean Your Tankless Water Heater

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If you have a tankless water heater, you want to make sure it provides you with continuous hot water. One way to ensure that you always have plenty of hot water at your fingertips is to clean your water heater out at least once a year. Over time, minerals and hard water deposits can build up inside the heating chamber. When that happens, you’ll no longer receive sufficient supplies of hot water.…

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