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5 Ways to Lower Your Energy Bill During Summer

June 14, 2022

Summer is the best time of year to take advantage of the outdoors and have fun in the sun. But many people find themselves cranking the AC up to stay cool and comfortable as the summer gets hotter. This can lead to a spike in energy costs. Check out these tips for keeping your energy expenditure down during the summer months. 1. Install a Programmable Thermostat A programmable thermostat allows you to set different temperatures for different times of the day so you don’t have to keep your home as cool when you’re not there. In addition, you can control...

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Understanding How Your HVAC Ductwork Works

May 16, 2022

Ductwork is an important part of your home’s heating and cooling system. It transports heated or cooled air from the furnace or air conditioner to the different rooms in your house. Without ducts, the furnace or air conditioner would have to be in every room, which would be impractical and expensive. How Ductwork Works Ductwork is made up of several components, including supply and return ducts, registers, grilles, and diffusers. The supply ducts bring heated or cooled air from the furnace or air conditioner to the different rooms in your house. The return ducts take the air back to the...

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Is a Geothermal HVAC System Better for Heating or Cooling?

April 19, 2022

A geothermal HVAC system can be an extremely efficient and cost-effective option for heating and cooling your home. Still, there is a lot that most homeowners don’t know about this type of system since geothermal HVAC is fairly new. One question we hear is whether a geothermal system is better for heating or cooling, and the answer is simple. Geothermal HVAC systems work equally as well for both heating and cooling and are far more efficient than using a furnace or traditional AC unit, and here are the reasons why. Geothermal vs Traditional Forced Air Heating Instead of burning gas...

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Ideal Houseplants to Improve Indoor Air Quality

March 15, 2022

You’ve likely heard that adding greenery to your home can purify the air. Many cleansing houseplants are easy to grow and require very little maintenance. If you have a green thumb and want to naturally improve your indoor air quality, try these beautiful houseplants today. Boston Fern This easy-to-grow houseplant can remove formaldehyde and moisture from your air. Try a Boston fern if your family is having a hard time with smog conditions or asthma. Boston ferns grow as big as their container and require a lot of indirect sunlight as well as humidity. Spider Plant Spider plants are one...

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What Does It Mean When My Thermostat Is in Recovery Mode?

February 17, 2022

Programmable thermostats are incredibly convenient and offer an easy way to help reduce your heating and cooling costs. However, they can also be confusing if you don’t know what all the different settings and modes mean. One of the more frequently asked questions about programmable thermostats has to do with recovery mode. With that in mind, here’s a quick overview of what recovery mode is and how it works. Recovery Mode Explained Many people falsely assume that recovery mode indicates a problem with their thermostat, but in truth, it is usually nothing to worry about. Recovery mode simply indicates that...

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How To Prevent Carbon Monoxide Leaks in Your Furnace

January 12, 2022

Carbon monoxide can be dangerous if it leaks into your house. Some ways to prevent this could be technical, making it difficult for homeowners to execute. It is advisable to seek the services of an HVAC technician regularly. Here are common causes of carbon monoxide leaks in your home. Leaking seams Incomplete burning Fractured heat exchangers Cracks within the exhaust pipes Excessive air in the heating system Damaged air filters The following are ways to prevent leakages of carbon monoxide. Ensure Proper Airflow Insufficient airflow is a chief cause of component failure. The best way to ensure proper airflow in...

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How Often Should HVAC Air Filters Be Changed?

December 20, 2021

If you own a home, it likely has a furnace that needs to be maintained on a regular basis. It may also have a central air system that will needs to be maintained regularly. Cleaning or replacing the air filters inside of these components can go a long way toward ensuring that they work their best at all times. Where Is the HVAC Component Located? Generally speaking, a filter can be replaced less often if it’s in a relatively clean environment. For example, an air filter for your condenser unit may be good for up to six months if there...

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What You Can Do to Stay Warm if Your Heat Goes Out

November 18, 2021

If your heat goes out in the winter, the temperature inside of your home may drop very fast. This can cause you to worry about how you will stay warm until it gets fixed. Fortunately, there are some things that you can do to keep as warm as possible. Use Your Oven You can heat your kitchen and the surrounding rooms by using your oven. It’s a great time to do a lot of baking. When you’re finished, you should leave the oven door slightly ajar so that the hot air can warm the surrounding areas. Pile on Clothes One...

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What’s the Best Sleep Temperature?

October 13, 2021

If you’re having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep in your Abbeville, LA, home, you may try countless different actions to fix the issue. Perhaps you’ve already invested in room-darkening curtains, a sound machine, earplugs, and other devices. If you’re still not able to comfortably sleep, the temperature of your bedroom could be the reason why. Use these tips to find your optimal sleep temperature. Start Lower Than You Think The optimal bedroom temperature for a restful sleep is 66 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Even if you’re cold during the daytime, this cool temperature signals to your body that it’s...

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3 Tips for Boosting Your Home’s IAQ This Fall

September 17, 2021

Many homeowners in Abbeville, LA, are shocked to learn that the air quality in their homes is up to five times worse than the outdoor air quality. As the weather gets cooler this autumn, you’ll spend more time in your home. Use these tips to improve your home’s indoor air quality and breathe easier while you sleep and relax. 1. Increase Ventilation Homes built within the past 20 years typically have tight building envelopes. While a tight building envelope reduces unwanted air leaks, it also keeps the stale, polluted and humid air inside your home. Consider installing mechanical ventilation, such...

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