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Troubleshooting Tips for a Malfunctioning Programmable ThermostatSummer is poised to take over in Indiana before you know it, with hot temperatures and high humidity for days and weeks at a time. If you haven't already done it, now's a good time to check your air conditioning system to make sure it's working properly. If you're not getting the air conditioning performance you would like, the problem may be in your programmable thermostat. Fortunately, troubleshooting a programmable thermostat is a fairly easy process.

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Take Time this Spring for CO Detector MaintenanceWhile preparing your home for the upcoming warmer months, don’t forget about carbon monoxide (CO) detector maintenance to help keep your family safe from this toxic and potentially lethal gas. Even though you run your gas furnace less in the spring, and not at all in the summer, there's still a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning from other gas appliances or machinery, as well as vehicles operating near open windows or inside attached garages.

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Purchasing a New HVAC System? Learn the Terms AFUE, SEER, and HSPF Before You BuyIf you are considering purchasing a new HVAC system, you will want to know the terms AFUE, SEER, HSPF, among others. These acronyms refer to different methods for measuring the efficiency of central heating and cooling systems.

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Landscaping Works with Your HVAC System in a Number of WaysIn these times of high energy costs, you want to do everything you can to make your HVAC system more effective and more efficient.  When your home's heating and cooling system is working properly, it runs less and uses less energy. One of the best, subtle ways to boost the effectiveness and efficiency of your HVAC system is through landscaping. By strategically adding some plants and trees here and there, you will both lower your energy costs and beautify your surroundings.

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Add Houseplants to Your Home for Beauty and Air Cleaning QualitiesMany of us would agree that houseplants beautify a home. But science has proven that houseplants also can protect human health because of their unique organic ability to continually clean the air we breathe. The United Nations has calculated that two million people in developed countries die each year because they spend up to 90 percent of their time indoors, breathing toxic air.

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Maintenance Tips to Make Sure that Your Heat Pump is Working CorrectlyAn inefficient heat pump can greatly affect how much you pay for your heating and cooling costs. Taking the time to make sure that your heat pump is working as well as possible can not only save you money on heating and cooling costs, it can extend the life of the heat pump. Below are a few valuable tips to help you keep your heat pump working as efficiently as possible.

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Time for Your HVAC System's Seasonal MaintenanceSpring is here, so summer's not too far away. After a tough winter here in the Ft. Wayne area, you know that your HVAC system has been working extra hard to keep your house warm. With hot weather on the way in the next couple of months, you’ll soon be seeking the comfort of your air conditioner. That's why there's no time like the present to schedule seasonal maintenance on your A/C system.

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Common Air Conditioner Problems That Will Work Against You This SummerSpringtime in the Fort Wayne area is an excellent time to discover and correct common air conditioner problems to keep your system running efficiently during the hot, muggy days of summer.  As a homeowner, you can examine several parts of the air conditioner to determine if you can make simple changes or whether a certified technician should make the repairs during annual maintenance. Several common air conditioner problems you can correct or report to your technician include:

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Your Air Filter is Important: Have You Changed it Lately?Having an air filter functioning at a high level is crucial if you want your home's HVAC system to function smoothly and effectively. It’s a small and simple maintenance job, but is necessary if you want to keep your energy bills down and your comfort level up.

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Upgrading? 4 Things To Know About Condensing Gas FurnacesCondensing gas furnaces are among the most important recent innovations in HVAC technology. As with most high-efficiency technology, they do cost more than the standard option upfront, but the savings from having efficiency ratings of up to 98 percent often make up for the original cost over time. There are four main features of condensing furnaces that contribute to quality performance and high efficiency:

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Make Your Humidifier A Priority This Winter and Early Spring With These Quick TipsDuring the heating months, humidifiers can make the indoor environment healthier and much more comfortable. Households with family members who suffer from allergies, asthma or severely dry skin find humidifiers to be a great help when stuck indoors during the cold months before things warm up in April.

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Did You Hear That? 5 Common Furnace Noises And Their MeaningsIt’s a chilly northern Indiana winter night, and, suddenly you hear strange noises coming from somewhere in your home. It’s not the start of a ghost story, but a sign that something might be wrong with your home heating system. Though gas furnaces often make strange sounds as they get older, they don't necessarily mean you should replace your furnace. Here are some tips to help introubleshooting what to do about the most common furnace noises:

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Don't Take Risks With Frozen PipesFrozen pipes can cause tremendous damage; just one small crack can leak 250 gallons of water per day. According to State Farm, a quarter of a million homes are ruined annually due to leaks caused by frozen pipes. The good news is that the recent harsh winter is behind us, though that's not to say we won't get any more early-spring cold snaps. We shouldn't put anything past the winter of 2013-14.

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Why HEPA Filters Make A Difference In Your Fort Wayne HomeIt’s amazing how the things you can’t see in your home’s indoor air can have the most impact on your health and comfort. Dust mites, pet dander, pollen and mold spores can easily make your home a miserable place to be if you’re sensitive to allergies or have asthma. If you’re one of the 50 million people in the U.S. suffering from allergies, a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter can mean the difference between misery and relief.

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Boiler Troubles Making You Sweat? Give These 6 Tips A ShotThere's no doubt that boiler repair can be an expensive proposition. You probably think that you can save some cash if you just take care of it yourself. If you are comfortable with tools and have a good understanding of how things work, you may be able to do just that. This boiler troubleshooting guide will walk you through a number of steps that might resolve your issues.

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Forget These Energy-Saving Myths; Here's What To Do InsteadAre you falling for energy-saving myths that promise to drastically reduce your utility bills? Unfortunately, many of the most common beliefs related to saving energy have no basis in reality. Here are some of the most common energy-saving myths and a list of alternative methods you can use to really cut down on your energy use.

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Energy Audits: What They Are And What You Can ExpectYou may have several reasons for considering an energy audit for your Fort Wayne area home. First, there are the cost benefits that come from using energy in your home as efficiently as possible. Second, you may be experiencing hot or cold spots in the home, drafts, condensation, a noisy furnace, or other issues. Concerns about wasted energy, aging equipment and safety are all good reasons to get an overall picture of your home energy status.

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Hiring A Contractor? How NATE Helps You Tell Good From BadNATE (North American Technician Excellence) is an independent, third-party non-profit certification organization for HVAC technicians. Homeowners who request NATE-certified HVAC technicians receive skilled, professional service from technicians who have proved they have working knowledge of heating, cooling, ventilation and refrigeration systems.

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Annual Maintenance: What Should You Expect?Fort Wayne winters are long and cold, and the summers are long and hot. In climates like ours, utility bills can soar through the roof in just about any season. And since heating and cooling your home accounts for about half of your annual utility bill, anything you can do to keep your costs down is worth the effort and investment. 

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