5 Reasons to Change HVAC Filters More Often

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Article Found on Astair

If your home or business has a furnace and an air conditioning system, these systems have air filters designed to protect the equipment from dust and debris. When these HVAC filters get clogged, system performance is compromised and your indoor air quality suffers as well.

Let’s take a look at exactly why you need to change HVAC filters regularly, how often to change them, and how to do so. Read more

A Home Maintenance Checklist for Every Season

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Article Found on USnews

Owning a home comes with year-round responsibilities, but you don’t have to dread these tasks. “Home maintenance is easier than people think,” says Jim Magliaro, risk consulting technical lead at the insurance company Chubb. The key is to complete seasonal preventive measures which are more manageable and less expensive than the costly repairs that might be needed if household systems are neglected. Here’s a primer on the essential tasks to be completed each season of the year. Read more

What is Your HVAC System’s Blood Pressure?

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Article Found on AC-HeatingConnect

We all know that blood pressure is a common indicator of a person’s health. If their blood pressure is within an acceptable range, they are healthy.  If their blood pressure is too high, there is often an issue restricting proper blood flow.  Your HVAC system has a similar reading that can ensure proper airflow, this reading is referred to as static pressure. Read more

5 Signs That You Should Replace Your Heat Pump

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Article Found on Improvenet

While freezers, furnaces and air conditioners are recognizable examples of what heat pumps are, the term is more general and applied to many HVAC systems. A heat pump is an important piece of equipment that facilitates heat energy transfer from its source to its destination. The destination is also referred to as the heat sink in more technical terms. Read more

Chimney Cleaning: How Often and How Much Does It Cost?

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Article Found on Modernize

If you’re anything like most homeowners, the words “chimney sweep” mostly conjures up images of Dick Van Dyke dancing across the London skyline. But chimney sweeping is actually a vital part of homeownership. Chimneys require regular cleaning to keep them safe to use. So what does cleaning entail? And how much will it cost you, after all is said and done? Below, we’ll answer all your “burning” questions about hiring a chimney sweep for your home. Read more

The High Cost of Poor Workplace Temperature Control

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Article Found on Aristair

According to IFMA research, an uncomfortable workplace temperature is the number one complaint of office workers about their workplace environment. Actually, it’s both number one and number two (people complain most about being too hot AND about being too cold). Read more

5 Major Myths About HVAC Services

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Article Found on HVAC.com

There are a lot of opinions regarding HVAC services and systems out there. It’s hard to keep track of what’s the truth and what is a myth. In this article, we’ll dive into five major myths about HVAC services, so you can choose the best HVAC system for your home and keep it working efficiently. Read more

Top 10 Causes of HVAC Airflow Problems

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Article found on Aristair

Airflow issues are among the most common HVAC problems. If you suspect you have HVAC airflow problems, you’re probably experiencing one or more of the following symptoms Read more

How Can I Tell That My Furnace Filter Needs to be Changed?

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Article Found on HVAC.com

Signs your furnace filter needs changing:

  • The filter is noticeably gray in color, and you can see dirt and dust built up on the filter media.
  • Your home is dustier than usual.
  • Your heating or cooling system is cycling longer than it usually does.
  • Your current filter has been in use longer than the manufacturer’s recommendation (anywhere from one to six months, depending on your filter). Read more

Warning: Learn These Home Heating Fire Hazards

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Article Found on Modernize

Heating your home with poorly maintained equipment is like playing with fire—sometimes quite literally! Even if you don’t have a fireplace with an open flame, you could be putting the safety of your home and family at risk. Especially if you slack off on monitoring the condition and performance of your heating systems. Read more