Furnaces made today are different than the furnaces made long ago. Older furnaces were ran with pilot lights that stayed on at all times in order to make them work. Those old pilots drain power and are very inefficient. The new furnaces are built with electronic igniters. There are two kinds of igniters, one that […]
How Can I Keep My Ducts Clean?
When was the last time you got your ducts cleaned? It’s recommended that you clean them every 2-3 years. After you get your ducts cleaned you want to make sure they stay as clean as you can keep them. Your ducts are what deliver the warm and cool air to your home. In the process […]
HVAC Maintenance Plan Vs. Home Warranty
Some homeowners attempt to protect their HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) systems with a home warranty that kicks in if some sort of breakdown occurs. However, home warranties may not actually reduce the cost of HVAC repair or replacement. In addition, they typically lack proactive provisions that keep your heating/cooling system in good working […]
Most Commonly Used HVAC Terms
Like all other fields, there are a lot of terms we use in the HVAC field to describe many different things. It can get overwhelming to the customer who doesn’t know what half the terms mean. Here is a list of the most common HVAC terms and their meanings. AFUE– Means annual fuel utilization efficiency. […]
Where In My Home Should I Have Carbon Monoxide Detectors?
Did you know your furnace is able to give off carbon monoxide? With that comes the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning in your home. While your furnace is a great tool to warm your home, it also produces some harmful gasses in the process to do so. One of these gasses is carbon monoxide. Carbon […]
