One of the most important things you can do to support a healthy home environment is to pay attention to indoor air quality. For this reason, many homeowners turn to air purifiers or cleaners to reduce pollutants. When choosing an air cleaner, keep the following factors or terms in mind.
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Choosing a Whole-House Ventilation System: What to Look For
Thursday, October 17th, 2013
The air quality in your Fresno area home is probably lower than you think. If you live in a newer home, or a tightly sealed older home, you may benefit from a whole-house ventilation system, which mechanically replaces stale, polluted indoor air with fresh, clean outdoor air. There are four major types of whole-house ventilation systems available, and this simple guide will help you choose the one that’s right for you.
Why Your HVAC Contractor’s ACCA Membership Should Matter to You
Tuesday, October 15th, 2013
If you are looking for a new HVAC system for your Fresno area home, or just looking to have some maintenance done, it’s important to make sure that your contractor is knowledgeable and will work to ensure that you’re getting the best value for your dollar. ACCA membership is a good indicator that your contractor is capable of helping your home be as efficient as possible.
How a Service Agreement Can Benefit You
Thursday, October 10th, 2013
If you’re thinking about signing an HVAC service agreement for your Fresno area home, you may be wondering whether it’s a worthwhile investment. A quality service agreement will reduce energy costs, prevent costly HVAC equipment breakdowns, and help ensure your family’s comfort, health and safety. Dryer Vent Cleaning, and Other Tips for Preventing Dryer Fires
Tuesday, October 8th, 2013
The National Fire Data Center has determined that annually almost 3,000 residential fires are caused by clothes dryers. “Failure to clean” was the root cause of 34 percent of these fires. This is a hazard that easily can be avoided by having your dryer vent professionally cleaned on a regular basis.
End-of-Season Maintenance: Don’t Slack Off as Temperatures Cool
Friday, October 4th, 2013
Before you put your air conditioner to bed for the winter, it’s important to understand the advantages that come from end-of-season maintenance. This will ensure that the A/C is ready to go back to work next spring when it gets hot again.
A Fall HVAC Checkup Should Address These Issues
Wednesday, October 2nd, 2013
To get the most from your energy dollars as the heating season begins, schedule a fall HVAC checkup for your heat pump or furnace. These systems need routine maintenance to provide the most energy-efficient heating for your Fresno area home, and if you use a gas or propane heating system, you’ll ensure your safety by having an HVAC professional go through it.
Handling Dust: What Is It, and What Can You Do About It in Your Home?
Thursday, September 26th, 2013While there is much to love about Fresno, folks from the West Side to Woodward Park all have to deal with something rather un-beautiful: dust. While most people understand that dust is made up mainly of dead skin cells, pollen and animal dander, “What’s in Household Dust? Don’t Ask,” an article from TIME Magazine, revealed an uncomfortably complete list of dust’s makeup:
Change Your Air Filter With the Seasons, and Other Tasks
Tuesday, September 24th, 2013
Furnace air filters are critical to the performance of your cooling and heating system. Every bit of heated or cooled air passes through those filters. That means every breath you and your family take depends on your air filter to remove harmful dust, pollen and other small particles that pass through the filter. An essential part of preparing for the change of seasons in the San Joaquin Valley is to check your filter, and change it if it looks dirty.
Check Your Insulation Before the Heating Season
Thursday, September 19th, 2013
With fall approaching in the San Joaquin Valley, the need for air conditioning will decrease as the cold weather approaches. Before the first cold snap arrives, you’ll have time to check your insulation. The changing of the seasons is the perfect time to check levels of insulating materials to make sure you have enough for the coming winter.