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Spring is the time when most people celebrate the end of the long, cold winter by putting away the heavy jackets and turning off the heating. However, just because you turned off your heating doesn’t mean you can ignore your HVAC system since you will soon need it to keep your house cool during the…
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As a homeowner, you rely on your furnace to keep your house warm during the colder winter months. While your yearly maintenance is likely handled by a professional, it’s necessary for you to change out the air filter every couple of months. Whenever you go to the store to purchase a new filter, it can…
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There’s nothing like the warmth your furnace pushes out when the weather cools down. To keep it running well, it’s important to understand at least the basics of how your furnace works. Here’s the preliminary information you should know, and how to keep your unit running efficiently all winter long. Circulating Air The first thing…
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A heat exchanger is a unit used to transmit heat from one fluid to another fluid. The system can also be used to transfer heat between many fluids. Heat exchangers are found in both heating and cooling systems. The fluids can be divided by a solid wall to avoid mixing or directly getting into contact.…
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A furnace that won’t turn off usually needs to be repaired by a professional. Let’s look at the most common reasons why a furnace won’t turn off. 1. Faulty Thermostat If a thermostat isn’t registering the correct temperature, it could think it is colder than it really is. If this happens, it won’t tell the…
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When the hot weather becomes unbearable, there’s no reason for your heater to keep on running. It can therefore be frustrating when your heater won’t shut off. Your heater being on all the time increases your energy bills and makes your home’s living situation uncomfortable. Most heaters turn off automatically when the temperatures are right.…
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While a lot has been said about the smog and air pollution in the Los Angeles area, a lot of people don’t even think about how clean the air inside their homes is. Indoor air quality, or IAQ, can affect your health and your HVAC system’s lifespan. Better indoor air quality means fresher air for…
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When you have an air conditioner and summer is coming up, you should get it ready so that it will work properly throughout the hottest months of the year. Air conditioners can get dirty during the winter, and you’re going to be much happier with the peace of mind that comes from taking care of…
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As temperatures rise around southern California, you’re going to depend on your air conditioner to keep things cool. Regardless of whether your air conditioner is new or aging, you want it to cool your home without having to take out a second mortgage. Here are the best ways to get the most out of your…
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Whether you have recently purchased a home or are thinking about upgrading your AC unit, it’s important to understand how many watts an air conditioner uses during operation. With this information in hand, you can better determine how many watts your system will use in the future. If you want to conserve as much energy…
