Cooling season in Fresno can take quite a toll on your air conditioner. Midsummer breakdowns are often costly and inconvenient. These common A/C problems can be effectively prevented by scheduling your annual air conditioner tune-up with a qualified HVAC professional before the summertime heat requires heavy use of your system.
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A/C Problems You’re Likely to Encounter, and How to Fix Them
Tuesday, June 18th, 2013Take the Time for an Energy Audit to Improve Efficiency and Save on Utilities
Thursday, June 13th, 2013
Scheduling a professional energy audit improves your knowledge of your home’s performance in “real time,” offering key insights into energy inefficiencies such as locations where air leaks occur and areas where insulation isn’t getting the job done. Three primary components make up a professional energy audit; these three parts combined will give you the tools you need to make your home more comfortable and lower your energy bills.
Time to Replace Your A/C or Not? 7 Reasons Why You Should
Tuesday, June 11th, 2013
Procrastinating on replacing the air conditioner in your Fresno area home? Seven reasons not to avoid replacing A/C: Want to Reduce Your Home Gas Usage? Understand the Bill
Thursday, June 6th, 2013
Are you aware of your home gas usage amount each month? You may be like many other homeowners, who simply glance at the bill, write out a check and file the bill away. Unfortunately, terminology on the gas bill may prevent you from looking beyond the bottom line. It’s time to come out of the dark, and take a proactive stance against high energy bills. With the high cost of electricity in our region, it pays to take steps to lower energy costs.
Your A/C Needs Regular Maintenance – Now’s the Perfect Time to Schedule It
Tuesday, June 4th, 2013
There’s no doubt about it; scheduling regular A/C maintenance can bring a host of benefits most homeowners can’t afford to miss. With high electricity costs in the greater Fresno area, and ever-tighter budgets, the best course of action you can take to control energy costs and ensure consistent cooling in your home over the summer is as simple as making an A/C maintenance appointment.
A Zoning System Upgrade Can Offer Your Family the Ultimate in Comfort
Thursday, May 30th, 2013Improving the comfort of your Fresno area home could be as easy as installing a zoning system upgrade. In many cases, homeowners dissatisfied with home comfort are resigned to the idea that upgrading the HVAC equipment – whether furnace, A/C, boiler or heat pump – is the only solution to the problem. Before investing a large sum of money in a new system, talk to your HVAC contractor about a zoning system upgrade. A zoning system employs multiple thermostats for targeted indoor climate control, allowing home occupants to set temperatures in individual zones and saving energy by not providing heating or cooling to unoccupied areas.
Before You Commit to an HVAC Company, Ask If They’re NATE Certified
Tuesday, May 28th, 2013
A new air conditioning system or furnace is a major expense, but it’s often difficult to pick a heating and cooling company that you know will offer you good advice and quality service. Hiring an HVAC contractor doesn’t have to be a crap shoot, however, especially not if you choose a NATE certified company or technicians.
Mold and Mildew Do Damage and It’s All Because of High Humidity
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013
Mold and mildew thrive when the relative humidity remains high in your home for even a short period. Their growth rate is quite rapid; the fungi starts to form on damp surfaces in as little as 24 to 48 hours. Soon after, the fungi begins to produce spores that are released into the the air. The spores can cause moderate to severe health problems in individuals. Mold may also damage the wood, drywall and other surfaces of the home.
Confused About Heat Pump Maintenance? What’s DIY and What’s Left to the Pros
Tuesday, May 21st, 2013
Other than the simplest tasks, heat pump maintenance should generally be left to the pros. Lack of expertise and training on the part of homeowners means it can be dangerous to attempt to maintain the system, not to mention that improperly done maintenance may lead to future malfunctions and increased energy costs, too. Attempting to perform anything but the simplest heat pump maintenance yourself also may void any warranties the system has, or agreements with your HVAC contractor. Qualified HVAC technicians, on the other hand, undergo extensive training to care for heat pumps. Here are the straight facts about what homeowners can do to maintain their heat pumps, and what tasks should be leave to the professionals.
Does Your Home Need Ventilation? You’ve Got 4 Options
Thursday, May 16th, 2013Your home’s ventilation can make a big difference in the air quality indoors, as well as health issues affected by air quality. According to the federal EPA, indoor air can be much more polluted than outside air, and considering how much time we spend at home, it’s no wonder that improving indoor air quality can help with asthma, allergies and overall health.