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3 Problems That Cause the Blower Fan in Your AC to Stop Working

The blower fan in your air conditioner is what makes it possible for the cold air made by your AC to circulate through your house. If the fan stops working, your home will get warm and stuffy fast on a hot summer day. Fixing blower problems is a common type of residential AC repair. However, different things can cause a blower fan to malfunction. Here are three reasons why a fan goes bad in an air conditioner and repairs that help the problem.…

Options For Furnace Installation In A Home Without A Basement

Furnaces in the residential setting commonly are located in basements, where the appliance and ductwork are out of sight most of the time. People who buy a home with a different kind of heating system may be interested in furnace installation. How do heating contractors handle this work if the house doesn’t have a basement? Installing the appliance in a first-floor utility room or an oversized closet are possibilities. A house without a forced-air furnace might have electric baseboard heating or a below-floor model that radiates heat into the rooms on the first level.…

Tips For Working With A Heating Contractor During The Spring Or Summer

When you think about calling a heating contractor, you might think about doing so during the winter months. However, in some cases, people end up calling a heating contractor during the spring and summer. If you’re going to be working with one of these professionals during the warmer months of the year, consider the tips below. Choose The Winter Months If Possible You might have noticed throughout that there was something wrong with your heating system, and you might have thought about calling someone during the spring or summer for help.…

Don't Try To Fix Your Own Air Conditioner

If there are things going on with your air conditioner, then have a professional come out to fix the problem. Unless the issue is something like the thermostat needing a new battery, or the blown fuse needing to be reset, air conditioning repairs can be complicated, dangerous, and there is the risk of causing more damage when you don’t really know what you are doing. Here are some of the reasons why you should leave your air conditioning repair to the professionals: …

Gas Fireplace Installation Process And What You Need To Know After The Install Is Complete

If you want to have a durable and safe fireplace for your home, a gas insert may be the best option for you. When you plan to install a gas insert in your home, you will need to prepare for the project. The following gas fireplace installation advice will help you with your project: Setting up gas lines for fireplace installation Before you even begin planning your fireplace installation, new gas lines will need to be installed.…

Leaking Air Conditioner? Here's What You Need To Know

You may have come to expect your air conditioner to leak by this point, but how normal is it? If you’ve grown accustomed to a leaky HVAC unit, you may have become numb to the reality of the situation: your unit should not be leaking inside your home. If this news surprises you, this is what you need to know. Leaking Water Inside the Home Creates a Problem There are many reasons why water might be leaking inside your home, and none of them are great.…

How Air Conditioning Services Help Businesses During Hot Times of the Year

Air conditioners are an essential business investment because they help keep a building comfortable during uncomfortably hot times of the year. And when they end up failing, a business may find themselves suffering from financial loss. Thankfully, air conditioning services can help you avoid this danger. 1. Air Conditioners May Go Out at Any Time During hot times of the year, it is critical to keep businesses cool and safe to protect the health and well being of its customers.…

How You Could Benefit From A Home Energy Efficiency Audit

A home energy efficiency audit is when a professional energy auditor examines your house or property to determine how efficient the fuel utilization is and how said efficiency can be improved. A home energy efficiency audit can benefit you by being an energy- and money-saving service that is sometimes offered for free or at a reduced cost. Save Energy One of the best ways that a home energy efficiency audit can help you is by reducing your utility bill by 5 to 30% over time.…

4 Things to Think About When You Need a Furnace Replacement

If your furnace did a poor job of keeping you warm last winter, it may be time to consider a furnace replacement. If your furnace is several years old, a new model will probably be more energy-efficient, so your home will be warmer without driving up your power bill. Here are four things to consider when thinking of getting a furnace replacement. 1. Switch The Power Source If you have an electric furnace now, you may want to switch to a gas furnace if you have natural gas or a propane tank at your home.…

3 Tips That Might Help Lower Your Summer Air Conditioning Bills

When summer temperatures soar, you may start to worry about your air conditioning bill. When your AC has to run longer and harder to keep you cool in your home, your electric bill will probably go up at least some. Here are three tips for helping your AC be more efficient so you can stay cool without worry about spending too much on electricity. 1. Have Your AC Serviced It’s important to have your AC serviced before the hottest days of summer begin.…