HVAC professionals recommend having your furnace tuned-up every year. Ensuring that your furnace is maintained allows it to operate correctly and safely. 1. Preventative Maintenance No matter their age, all furnaces benefit from regular tune-ups. HVAC technicians prevent wear and tear from occurring by performing simple...
How does HEPA compare to MERV Ratings?
Air filtration is one of the best ways you can make sure your indoor air stays clean. However, knowing the best way to go can be confusing, because there are two main types of filters that air filtration systems use: MERV and HEPA. To help demystify...
Should I Repair Or Replace My Air Conditioning?
When the temperatures start soaring in the summertime and humidity is high from morning to night, the last thing you want to worry about is the cost of a brand new central air conditioning unit. Having to replace your central air can often take days or...
What is HEPA Filtration and Do I Need it?
Now, more than ever before, people are concerned about their air quality. Not only are we contending with pollution in the air, animal dander, pollen, dust and other irritants, the threat of virus spread through the air has people around the world rethinking the best ways...
Ductless Vs. Ducted Air Conditioning
Renovating a home is a fun adventure, especially if it’s your own, and you’re going to have a lot of decisions to make about the new designs. One choice you have that you might not realize is whether to have ductless or ducted air conditioning. Your...
Things to Consider About Portable AC Units
Portable air conditioner units are becoming more popular, especially in apartments. Still, when most people only talk about the standard window air units or modern central air, you might wonder if a portable AC is any good. The truth is, a portable AC unit is perfect...
What Size Air Conditioner Do I Need for My House?
The bigger the air conditioner, the better it will work to cool your home, right? This common misconception has gotten many homeowners into trouble when trying to figure out what size air conditioner is best for their home. Air conditioners that are too large for your...
Can the AC Spread COVID-19?
We are currently living in uncertain times under the pandemic of COVID-19, and many people are worried about the ways the virus can spread, including breathing it in, touching your face, and lasting on surfaces. In April of 2020, a study was published by the Center...
How Long Does AC Last?
A central air conditioning unit is an investment in your home that will not only raise the value of the property but make it much more comfortable and enjoyable to live there. When shopping for AC units, you’ll find that while there are many different options,...
How Does Central Air Conditioning Work?
When you’re deciding whether to install central air conditioning in your home or stick with the old window units, the first thing you need to understand is how the central AC works. Once you know the necessities of the AC system, you’ll have an idea of...