5 Common Causes of HVAC Problems
Your home’s HVAC system includes a number of heating, cooling, and ventilation components that all work together to make your indoor living spaces more comfortable. Like any complex system, individual components that breakdown or function poorly can influence the operation of the system as a whole. Keeping all components of your heating, cooling, and ventilation…
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As winter approaches and temperatures drop, you’ll find that your utility bills will increase, mostly because of heating costs. However, if you prepare your HVAC system in advance and maintain it properly, you can cut your electricity usage and add to the life of your HVAC system. Examine Your HVAC Unit Many HVAC systems can…
DetailsCan Air Conditioning Make You Sick?
How Can Air Conditioners Make You Sick? While feeling cold, whether it is from being outdoors or from our air conditioners making us uncomfortable, it does not actually make us sick. However, if your cooling system is not properly maintained, you run the risk of circulating bacteria, mold, allergens, dust, and other irritants throughout your…
DetailsThe Father of Cool: Willis Haviland Carrier
The Father of Cool: Willis Haviland Carrier – Did you know? In 1902, only one year after Willis Haviland Carrier graduated from Cornell University with a Masters in Engineering; the first air (temperature and humidity) conditioning was in operation; making one Brooklyn printing plant owner very happy. Fluctuations in heat and humidity in his plant had…
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