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How much money do you typically spend on utilities to heat your home during the winter? As the temperatures begin to drop in the latter part of the year, you’ll probably rely on your home’s central heating to create a warm and comfortable living space. Whether it’s powered by electricity or natural gas, though, central …
Does your AC unit produce a funky or otherwise unpleasant odor when it’s running? Known as dirty sock syndrome – because of the odor’s uncanny resemblance to dirty socks – it’s a common problem encountered by homeowners. While some homeowners may simply try to mask the bad odor with air fresheners or scented candles, a …
How clean is the air inside your home? Even if it looks relatively clean, there’s probably a significant amount of dust, dirt, germs and other forms of particulate matter floating about. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) even says that the air in a typical U.S. home is 200% to 500% more polluted than outdoor air. …
Does your AC unit constantly trip your home’s circuit breaker when it’s running? The circuit breaker, of course, is an important safety mechanism in modern homes and businesses. It’s designed to interrupt the flow of electricity when there’s too much current present. If the amount of current running through the circuit breaker exceeds the limit …
Your home’s heating and cooling expenses are directly influenced by how well your home traps thermal energy. If you crank up the air conditioner during the summer, only for the cooled air to leak outside your home, you can expect higher-priced utility bills. Conversely, you’ll pay more for utilities during the winter if the heated …
Contrary to what many homeowners believe, a bigger AC unit isn’t always better. The size of an AC unit is typically measured in British Thermal Units (BTUs). BTU refers to the amount of heat required to change the temperature of 1 pound of water – at maximum density – by 1 degree. High-BTU AC units …
When was the last time you changed your home’s air filter? Consisting of accordion-shaped mesh fabric, the air filter plays an important role in the function of a heating, ventilating and cooling (HVAC) system by removing particulate matter from the air. Over time, however, air filters can become clogged with dirt and debris, thereby restricting …
Heat pumps and furnaces are the two most common types of central heating. Used in homes and commercial buildings alike, they are designed to raise the indoor temperature, thereby creating a more comfortable environment during the otherwise cool fall and winter months. With that said, heat pumps and furnaces use completely different mechanisms to perform …
When functioning properly, AC units will produce cold air that circulates throughout your home – but that doesn’t mean your AC unit should be frozen. On the contrary, the presence of visible ice is a serious concern that typically indicates an underlying problem. And if you don’t address it, you can expect poor performance as …
How humid is your home? Even if you closely monitor the temperature on the thermostat, you may overlook the relative humidity level. Defined as the percentage of moisture vapor in the air relative to what it can hold at the current temperature, relative humidity can fluctuate throughout the year. If your home suffers from consistently …
