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Some Cooling Tips That Will Help Your A/C This SummerDuring our hot Indiana summers, your air conditioner works overtime to keep you home cool and comfortable. But all that work comes with a price – high energy bills and a significant wear and tear on A/C components such as the compressor. Give your air conditioner a break this summer by following these cooling tips.

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New Haven , Fort Wayne , air conditioner , programmable thermostat , indiana , Lower energy bills , Cooling Tips , Natural ventilation , Fans , Regular maintenance

SEER Ratings: Facts and FiguresIf you're in the market for a new A/C, you may have been told to read a unit's energy label and check out its SEER rating. Without actually understanding the importance of SEER, however, you may end up with a system that's not right for your home. Here's a look at what SEER is, what to look for, and how to take advantage of that information.

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Your Air Conditioner Filter: A Simple Guide to MERV RatingsWhen keeping your electric bills low and your indoor air cleaner in the summer are important, pay attention to your air conditioner filter. While it's the least expensive component inside your cooling system, it's one of the most important. The filter traps the airborne particles that could otherwise wreak havoc on your equipment and drive up energy bills.

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New Haven , Fort Wayne , indoor air quality , air filter , indiana , Lower energy bills , MERV

Has Your Air Conditioner Come to the End of the Line? The Telling SignsThe sweltering months of summer are here, bringing with them searing temperatures and high humidity. If your air conditioning system fails, you are faced with a tough decision made harder by the uncomfortable conditions. Should you repair your existing unit, or opt for total replacement? Several factors can help you determine which route to take and restore the comfort levels in your home.

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New Haven , Fort Wayne , air conditioner , indiana , Leaky ducts , SEER , Lower energy bills , a/c replacement , R-22

Your Split Air-Conditioning System: Why the 2 Sides Should Work in SyncIf you're like most homeowners, you've never given much thought to the fact that the indoor and outdoor components of your split air-conditioning system rely on each other. When one starts to give out, you might make the mistaken assumption that you can simply replace the faulty component, and everything will be fine. Ultimately, though, this could lead to big problems. Here's why:

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Keeping the Lid on Summer Heat Buildup in Your HomeAnything you can do to cut summer heat buildup in your home will lower your cooling bills immediately and for years to come. It won't cost much, and it will make a big difference in your conditioning load. It could even improve indoor air quality. Your attic, windows and air infiltration are the best places to reduce the heat gain indoors.

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New Haven , Fort Wayne , indoor air quality , indiana , seal air leaks , lower cooling bills , Summer Heat Buildup , air infiltration , solar reflective film

Hiring a Contractor for Your A/C Installation: An Easy ChecklistFort Wayne area summers can get awfully hot and sticky. Savvy homeowners with aging cooling systems who have chosen to upgrade to a new, energy-efficient air conditioner to prepare for the heat may wonder what criteria to look for when hiring a contractor for A/C installation. 

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Your New Air Conditioner: These 4 Installation Factors Are Key to Peak PerformanceIf you're planning an air conditioner installation for your Fort Wayne area home, you've likely familiarized yourself with cooling efficiency ratings such as SEER and EER, and fully expect your new air conditioner to achieve its rated efficiency level. However, the truth is that certain conditions in the field can undermine the efficiency that an A/C can deliver in laboratory conditions. Here are four factors that must be addressed correctly during air conditioner installation in order to achieve optimum performance and efficiency.

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New Haven , Fort Wayne , indiana , HVAC Technician , New Air Conditioner , a/c installation , ductwork sizing , refrigerant charge

With R-22 Refrigerant Supplies Drying Up, Maybe It's Time to Be Rid of That Old A/CIf you haven't had a quote on an air conditioner recharge lately, you're likely in for a shock. Prices on this service for older A/Cs and heat pumps have more than tripled in the past year because of the reduced R-22 refrigerant supplies available to contractors. The federal government has been phasing our R-22 refrigerant supplies because of their harmful effects on the environment and will have eliminated production of new R-22 by the year 2020. Equipment manufactured since 2010 has used a new refrigerant formula, R-410A, for which supplies are plentiful. This might make now a great time to consider an upgrade to a more efficient and better-performing cooling system.

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Mold and Moisture Damage Respond When High Humidity HitsSummer is on its way, which means so is high humidity. When the air inside your home gets too humid, it's more than just a comfort issue; high indoor humidity can lead to mold and moisture damage. To avoid these problems, you'll want to take steps to ensure the humidity in your home stays at acceptable levels.

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New Haven , indoor air quality , dehumidifier , indiana , Mold and Moisture Damage , Mold damage , Moisture Damage , basement humidity

Your Aging Air Conditioner: 7 Smart Reasons to Go With Replacement Instead of RepairsSo, you have an aging air conditioner and you’re wondering which is best, to repair or replace? The first thing to do is consider the 50 percent rule. This rule states that if repair costs approach half the cost of a new A/C, it’s time to do away with the aging air conditioner and replace it with a new, energy-efficient model.

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New Haven , air conditioner , indoor air quality , indiana , air conditioner replacement , lower utility costs , energy-efficient air conditioner , Lower energy bills , cleaner indoor air

Geothermal Heat Pumps Have Problems Too: Common IssuesWhile geothermal heat pumps are an energy-efficient option for heating and cooling your home, you may find that after a period of time, things don't work as well as they did when the geothermal heat pump was first installed. There are some common issues that you can look for before you call in a professional, and some things you shouldn't try to handle yourself.

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HEPA Filtration Ups the Ante When It Comes to Optimal Indoor Air QualityHEPA filtration works in conjunction with your home’s forced-air system to remove up to 99.99 percent of allergens, viruses, and other pathogens and VOCs (volatile organic compounds) from indoor air. Learn how HEPA filters stand apart from all other media filters, and up the ante for delivering optimal indoor air quality (IAQ) both in the thick of allergy season and any other season.

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New Haven , HVAC system , indoor air quality , HEPA filtration , indiana , HVAC professional , forced-air system , High-Efficiency Particulate Air

Load Calculations: The First Step Before Buying a New HVAC SystemPurchasing new heating and cooling equipment entails a lot more than simply picking out the first energy-smart system you see. In order to actually enjoy the efficiency benefits, a professional load calculation must be performed to determine your home's heating and cooling loads, as well as your ductwork's capacity. Here's a look at two valuable load calculation tools, and how they can help you pick the right HVAC system for your home.

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Ductless Mini Split Maintenance: What to Do to Keep the Unit EfficientSpringtime is the ideal time of year to perform system maintenance and efficiency tasks around the home. Prepare your home for the cooling months with ductless mini split maintenance, and you can relax in comfort with lower cooling bills.

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Is Your Fort Wayne Area Home in Need of Duct Cleaning?Do you need duct cleaning performed in your Fort Wayne area home? Some experts suggest that keeping up on your filter changes is enough to keep your indoor air quality at a healthy level. While proper filter maintenance will keep dust and debris from getting into your ductwork, there are times when a duct inspection and cleaning are necessary.

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New Haven , indiana , duct cleaning , Leaky ducts , MERV values , ductwork inspection

Keep Spring Allergies at Bay With These 9 Indoor Air Quality TipsIn all likelihood, you and everyone else in your Fort Wayne area home are breathing relatively dirty air, and you don't even know it. But don't panic -- getting control of your indoor air quality doesn't have to be difficult. Here are nine tips you should follow to clean your indoor air and start breathing easier:

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