2016

4 Non-Toxic Ways To Deal With Clogged Drains Without Losing Your Cool

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Are you tired of dealing with clogged drains? In the past, you may have decided to use products that are effective at removing junk but are harmful to your pipes. As a result, you may be interested in finding better ways to get rid of the debris and clear those drains so they are no longer preventing water from flowing through as it should. 1. Use Boiling Hot Salt Water…

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How To Vent A Portable Air Conditioner Through The Window

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If you want to cool one room, but the windows are too small, vent a portable air conditioner. Portable air conditioners are wheeled units, which makes them convenient to transport from room to room, but they have to be vented through an opening, or the  warm air will be pushed back into the room. Venting a portable air conditioner doesn’t require advanced HVAC skills. Here are some tips to vent a portable air conditioner through a window with or without a vent kit.…

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Tips For Resetting The Igniter On Your Home's Furnace

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Most gas furnace models rely on an electronic igniter, so there’s no pilot light to worry about. If you’re accustomed to the traditional pilot light furnace, you may wonder how to respond when the igniter fails, because there’s no pilot to relight. The good news is that you can reset the igniter if you know how to do it. Here’s a look at what you should know to reset your igniter, potentially saving you a call to an HVAC technician.…

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Steps To Creating An HVAC System For A Home Addition

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When you are looking to add a heating and cooling element to a new home addition, it’s often not as easy as simply tacking on additional ducts to your existing HVAC system. Here are some steps to take for a carefully planned HVAC system.  Consider the Cost of Adding to an Existing System Your first instinct may be to simply implement additional ductwork to your current HVAC system, but this can sometimes be problematic.…

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Fighting The Sweat! Staying Cool During An AC Outage In Your Bed

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There is nothing that resembles a midsummer night’s dream about trying to sleep in a bedroom when your AC is on the fritz. Between peeling sticky, sweaty sheets off of your legs and fumbling around for a cold spot under your pillow, you’ll be lucky to catch any winks at all. If you find yourself without air conditioning in the middle of a hot summer night, there are a few things you can do to stay cool through the night until professionals can get to you and make repairs.…

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Where Roofing And Air Conditioning Intersect

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Air conditioning can be a high cost, and in order to free up money in your summer budget to do the things that you really want to do, you need to make sure you take every step available to improve the energy efficiency of your home. In particular, you want to take steps to prevent heat from entering your home in the first place. While the sun’s UV rays can stream into your home through your windows, they can also heat up your roof and thus your home.…

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Thwapping, Banging, And Squealingl: 3 Problematic Sounds You Don't Want Your HVAC Unit To Make

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Your heating and cooling system is a complex part of your home’s value and family’s comfort. Since you will use your heating and air conditioning all through the year, problems are likely to occur. Considering that half of your home’s total energy usage goes towards heating and cooling, ensuring that your system is in good working condition is smart for energy conservation and financial savings. If your outdoor units make one or more of these common noises, you may have an issue that requires immediate repair.…

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3 Optional HVAC Maintenance Services That Could Save You Money

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While there are some HVAC maintenance tasks that need to be done regularly, such as changing the filter or changing batteries in a thermostat, there are others that may be more optional. These tasks can include things like duct cleaning or charging the coolant gas, amongst others. If you want to get the most out of your AC and save money and energy, here are some of the optional HVAC maintenance tasks that you may want to consider having done:…

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Three Tips To Help Your Air Conditioner Avoid Problems

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Air conditioning systems can be critical for ensuring your home’s interior does not get too hot during the summer. However, there are some homeowners that may not have much experience with these powerful devices. To help you avoid some common problems that can compromise your air conditioner’s performance, you may want to keep these tips in mind. Keep Your Air Conditioner In The Shade It may not seem like where you put your air conditioner matters much.…

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How To Replace An Evaporative Cooler Motor

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If you have an evaporative cooler not blowing air, you may have to replace the motor. An evaporative cooler, also known as a swamp cooler because of the humidity it produces, cools the surrounding air through evaporation by filtering water through pads. The cooled air is sent in the room by the motor. A motor on an evaporative cool isn’t difficult to replace. Here are some tips to replace an evaporative cooler motor.…

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