1. Turn OFF or UNPLUG Surprisingly, most appliances & electronics still use electricity even when in "off" mode. Shave down your bill by unplugging things such as lights, appliances, and electronics when not in use. For more convenience, computers and printers can be switched off at the power strip. 2. Using a microwave use 66.7% less energy [...]
Why Do People Buy Expensive Filters? Homeowners buy expensive filters because they want to improve the air quality and comfort in their homes. Ironically, the filters often make things worse. What Is Total ESP? Look inside the panel of a furnace or blower for a central air conditioning system and you will find the manufacturer’s rating [...]
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Wasted energy impacts both your heating and cooling bills so regardless of the season, you’ll benefit from tightening up your home’s construction. You’ll also have more control over allergens and may even prevent outdoor critters from taking residence in the hidden corners of your home. Here are some simple ways you can keep your conditioned [...]
Refrigerants are vital for air conditioning and heat pump systems. These fluids act as the transport vehicles for heat from your home to outside in the summer (and vice versa for heat pumps during winter). Over the years, various chemicals have been used in an attempt to get the right balance of properties for this critical task. [...]
Human beings existed without air conditioning for thousands of years before its invention in 1902. But when the mercury climbs, surviving without it seems inconceivable. Why turn it off? Air conditioners send your electricity bill climbing. With maintenance and repair, the cost of using that AC goes up further. Resist the temptation to run it [...]
Spring has finally arrived. The weather is turning. The grass is growing. The flowers are blooming. For a quarter of the population, this is not Spring. It’s allergy season. It’s the season of red and itchy eyes, sneezes and runny noses, wheezing, congestion, shortness of breath, headaches, drowsiness, and all around misery. People with allergies inhale [...]
HVAC Industries has been awarded Angie's List Super Service Award for 2017! Thank you to our team and our clients. We couldn't have achieved this award without you. Angie’s List is a leading online review platform. The Super Service Award honors service professionals who have maintained exceptional service ratings and reviews on Angie’s List in [...]
For some climates, you need to leave your heat on from October to April (or May!). For others, summers are brutal and for health reasons, your air conditioner should stay on. In most cases, though, there are times where leaving your equipment running is optional. The question is: should you? Reasons to leave your system [...]
In a tough economy the last thing you need is a surprise air conditioning repair. While all mechanical systems require repairs from time to time, many are preventable. In no particular order, here are the ten most common problems we encounter every Spring and what you can do to avoid them. Tripped Breaker One of the [...]
