2015
Changing your air filter is one of the most important things you can do to keep your HVAC system in great shape. Most experts recommend changing the filter at least every three months. But as you change your HVAC system’s air filter, you can’t help but wonder how effective your air filter truly is at providing clean air through effective filtration.
How MERV Helps
This is where the Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) rating system comes in.…
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In the interest of modernizing their homes with the newest heat pumps or types of heating equipment, many homeowners are removing their perfectly functional oil burning furnaces. However, there are some facts about heating oil that makes this fuel a surprisingly smart choice for using into the future. Enjoy comfortable and affordable heat for many winters to come instead of switching to a less well-tested heating device just because it is new.…
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Choosing to install a solar water heater is a great idea because they can save you significant money each month on your water heating costs. However, it isn’t as easy as buying a solar panel and attaching it to your roof. There are many different types of solar water heating systems available, and these are three decisions you must make when choosing your solar water heating system.
Active Heating Systems or Passive Heating System…
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Imagine waking up one cold morning to find your air vents unusually silent, with no warm air being pushed through them. Finding that your home’s temperature has mysteriously dropped can make you frustrated, worried, and wondering whether you should call in the pros. There are several reasons your heating may have turned off, but before you find yourself reaching for the phone, try resolving it by yourself with these troubleshooting tips.…
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Many homeowners choose to call an HVAC technician as soon as their central air conditioner breaks down. However, there is one problem that DIY-oriented homeowners can repair on their own before calling a professional: a faulty compressor motor capacitor. Here is more info on the steps you can take to diagnose and replace the capacitor in your central air conditioner.
Diagnosing Capacitor Problems
Before you go to the trouble of opening your air conditioner to replace the capacitor, you should look for common symptoms of capacitor failure, such as a burning smell or smoke coming from the air conditioner.…
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Heat pumps are becoming a more and more popular heating choice for many homeowners, especially in rural areas where natural gas may not be available. You might be interested in a heat pump because you’re tired of paying high prices for oil or propane delivery, or because you want to use fewer fossil fuels and adopt a more environmentally friendly heating option instead. Heat pumps have traditionally been a less than perfect choice in particularly cold environments, but that’s starting to change.…
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