March 8, 2018 • Preventative Maintenance
The arrival of daylight saving time means it's time to turn all your clocks ahead an hour. This annual “spring forward” ritual can also affect the operation of your home's HVAC system, but taking the following steps can ensure that it stays in perfect sync with this seasonal change in time.
March 6, 2018 • Energy Savings
If you're looking for a cleaner and cheaper alternative to using fossil fuels for your home comfort, one option you'll want to consider is solar power. Due to the myths that eager salespeople and spammy ads communicate, it's important to do your own thorough research before going solar. Learn more about the pros and cons of solar energy.
February 27, 2018 • HVAC System
It won't be long before the winter snow and ice melts away and spring is on the doorstep. Taking care of HVAC prep now ensures that your equipment is in top condition when the weather warms up.
February 22, 2018 • Service & Maintenance
Although balmy spring weather may still seem far off, winter can't last much longer, so you'll soon switch from heating to cooling your home. This seasonal transition also signals that it's time to tackle the following essential end of winter maintenance tasks for your HVAC system.
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February 20, 2018 • IAQ – Indoor Air Quality
The word “fans” may make you instantly think of the energy and excitement of the Olympics and March Madness, but fans for your home can actually save energy and enhance your comfort.
February 15, 2018 • IAQ – Indoor Air Quality
Springtime may seem far away in Indiana in January and February, but it won't be long till allergy sufferers will be enduring the aggravating symptoms that come with flowers and trees bursting into bloom and producing tree pollen. That's one reason why February isn't too soon to start thinking about air purification in your home. Another reason is that February is actually named after a Roman festival of purification called Februa, where people were ritually washed, perhaps in preparation for the new year.
February 13, 2018 • HVAC System
Whether you're shopping for new heating and cooling equipment, or looking for a replacement air filter for your system, you're bound to come across ratings that are unfamiliar and somewhat confusing.
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February 8, 2018 • HVAC System
In honor of Valentine's Day this year, show some appreciation for your home's central heating and cooling system by not only recognizing all the benefits it provides you and your family, but by treating it right. Love your HVAC system by doing the following:
February 6, 2018 • Service & Maintenance
If you set a comfortable temperature on your thermostat, but some rooms in your home always feel too cool or too warm when your HVAC system is running, it's not a situation that you simply have to live with. A skilled HVAC professional can diagnose and solve many common causes of uneven cooling, including these three:
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January 30, 2018 • HVAC Cotractors
If you’re like most homeowners, you don’t meet or speak often with HVAC pros, and when you do, it’s for short periods. Even as limited as your interactions may be, it’s helpful to understand the most important terms and facts about your own system.
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January 25, 2018 • HVAC System
If you enjoy do-it-yourself projects, there are many different types of maintenance, improvement and repair tasks you can tackle around your Fort Wayne home. If your heating or cooling equipment starts acting up, you might consider attempting DIY HVAC repairs as well.
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January 23, 2018 • Air Filters
If you're like most homeowners, changing the air filter in your HVAC comes as something of an afterthought. You know you should do it regularly, but somehow you seem to forget. After all, it's out of sight, right? And the HVAC just seems to keep on running, winter or summer. But the fact is, when you change your air filter regularly, you're benefiting your pocketbook, and boosting your comfort level.
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January 18, 2018 • HVAC System
The Fort Wayne area's winter storms have been known to knock the power out occasionally, but with a little preparation, you can get through a power outage still feeling cozy and comfortable.
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January 16, 2018 • Furnaces
The steps you take to increase your furnace efficiency not only help you ward off the Fort Wayne winter chill for less, but also lengthen the life of your heating system.
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January 11, 2018 • HVAC System
Your HVAC system consumes almost half of the energy used in your home annually. To improve its efficiency, your home's heating and cooling and various other systems need to work together in tandem. Addressing the following issues is vital for syncing HVAC systems and saving energy:
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January 9, 2018 • Service & Maintenance
Bustling holiday parties and Fort Wayne's cold winters take a lot out of your HVAC system, so the start of the new year is the perfect time to catch up on HVAC maintenance.
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January 4, 2018 • HVAC System
In 2018, your New Year’s resolutions might include losing weight, working out more, or doing things to improve your health and wealth. Along with these personal resolutions, some HVAC resolutions can benefit you in ways you might not expect.
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December 28, 2017 • Ventilation
Can a heat recovery ventilator solve the problem of keeping indoor air quality fresh and healthy? Today’s tightly sealed energy efficient homes include one drawback: lack of fresh air. This means the enclosed indoor environment often stagnates as fumes, airborne particulates and water vapor accumulate to high levels.
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December 26, 2017 • Insulation
If you’ve been watching your heating bills go up as the temperatures go down, you might consider adding more insulation. All insulating products slow heat transfer whether they’re in the attic or the basement walls. This rundown can help you identify the right type to help you save energy dollars and increase your comfort.
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December 21, 2017 • HVAC System
Nothing says it's the holiday season like sparkling holiday lights, inside and outside the home. Sad to say, those dazzling lights are also the cause of many a tragic holiday fire. But there's no reason you can't enjoy your holidays and your lights safely if you exercise a bit of caution.
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