Breathing clean indoor air is paramount to staying healthy, especially during the winter months when stagnant outdoor air and valley fog sets in around the Fresno area. One of the easiest things you can do to keep your IAQ (indoor air quality) as high as possible is to clean your A/C vents or radiators.
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Easy Ways to Clean Your A/C Vents for Winter Use
Thursday, January 15th, 2015An HVAC Diagnostic Can Find Problems Before They Begin
Tuesday, April 15th, 2014
When your heating or cooling system experiences a hiccup, your family’s comfort is on hold until you resolve the problem. But if you schedule routine maintenance on your HVAC system, you’re more likely to identify potential problems before something malfunctions. Similar to maintaining your car, scheduling a professional HVAC diagnostic serves as a periodic tuneup so you can stay cool in summer and warm in winter without any uncomfortable interruptions.
Zone Dampers and Zone Systems: What You Need to Know for Your Home
Thursday, April 10th, 2014
If someone told you that it’s possible to keep the temperature in your home comfortable while still saving money on your monthly utility bills, you might assume that it would require installing a brand new HVAC system or sealing off portions of your home. Fortunately, there’s a different way to achieve it: zone dampers and systems.
Really Going Green: 10 Tips for Your Home
Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013Getting the Unhealthy Volatile Organic Compounds Out of Your Indoor Air
Tuesday, August 20th, 2013
Volatile organic compounds (VOC)s are among the most common indoor air pollutants in our homes. They are present in everything from paint to furniture fabric treatments and easily evaporate into the air at room temperature. This is a process called off-gasing.
Are Your A/C Coils Clean? Here’s Why They Should Be
Tuesday, July 23rd, 2013
The coils in your air conditioner are responsible for the exchange of heat to keep your home comfortable during our long, hot Fresno cooling season. The evaporator coil, which is located inside your indoor air handler, absorbs heat from the air in your home. The condenser coil, located in the outdoor condensing/compressor unit, expels the heat outside. Over time, dirt and grime build up on your coils and prevents the optimum exchange of heat, resulting in your system working overtime to keep you cool. This can raise your utility bills and reduce the life of your system.
The Importance Of Zoning System Design
Thursday, September 13th, 2012
Setting one thermostat temperature for an entire home isn’t going to cut it, especially if you live in a larger or multiple-story home. You’ve probably noticed that certain areas of your home are always warmer or cooler than the rest. Luckily, a zoning system design is a fairly simple solution to most home heating and cooling inconsistencies.