Breaking News: R-22 Refrigerant Phase Out Could Affect Your Air Conditioner

Breaking News: R-22 Refrigerant Phase Out Could Affect Your Air ConditionerFor more than four decades, the HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) industry has relied on refrigerant-22, also known as R-22 and sometimes referred to as Freon, as its primary refrigerant. R-22 is the lifeblood of many air conditioners, as it is the heat-transfer agent that extracts heat from inside your house and transfers it outdoors. Read More »

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HVAC 101 — The Benefits Of Surge Protection

Power surges are a common event, and when it comes to caring for your expensive electronic equipment, appliances and even your HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system, you need to be prepared. A power surge can wreak havoc on the delicate inner workings of your electronics and HVAC system, and even cause a complete breakdown. Therefore, you should consider providing surge protection, particularly for your furnace and air conditioner, which likely are two of your home’s most costly items, not to mention, imperative to the comfort of you and your loved ones. Read More »

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How UV Lights Complement Your HVAC System

How UV Lights Complement Your HVAC SystemIndoor pollutants are a major concern these days. Insulation standards over the last few decades have grown to the point where homes are exceedingly energy efficient. However, they’re also so airtight these days that they’re prime breeding grounds for bacteria, mold and other microorganisms that can pollute your indoor air quality and negatively affect your health, especially if you suffer already from asthma, infections or respiratory diseases. Read More »

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Smart Thermostat Technology: Long-Term Convenience, Comfort And Savings

Programmable thermostats today offer high-tech features, including simplified programming and integrated control of your home’s HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system, and you can even utilize smart features to program your thermostat from your cell phone or through the Internet. To take advantage of these conveniences, plus the improved home comfort and substantial energy savings that these devices offer, you’ve got to be smart when choosing the right smart thermostat. Read More »

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Reducing Mold In Your Home — 7 Facts To Consider

Reducing Mold In Your Home -- 7 Facts To ConsiderMold is a problem in many Northern California and Southern Oregon homes, and it comes from excessive moisture in the air, due to rain, showers and other household activities. If you suffer from allergies, it is even more important to eliminate mold, which can exacerbate allergy and asthma symptoms. Read More »

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Reduce Cooling Costs In 5 Simple Steps

Taking some time before the summer’s heat arrives to reduce cooling costs helps you lower the cost of running your air conditioner without sacrificing comfort when it’s hot. But you might not be sure what steps you can take to improve your home-comfort system’s efficiency and reduce your cooling costs. Read More »

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A Maintenance Agreement Keeps Your HVAC System On Track

A Maintenance Agreement Keeps Your HVAC System On TrackDo you have a maintenance agreement with your HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) service provider? If you don’t, you should consider signing up for one. Regular preventive maintenance ensures that your system is working efficiently and correctly to keep you comfortable all year long, and entering into a maintenance agreement with an HVAC contractor ensures that your system is inspected and serviced in a timely fashion. Read More »

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Tired Of Watching Energy Costs Rise? Make Sure You Have Adequate Insulation

Heating and cooling energy costs account for up to 70 percent of the energy used in most homes. But without proper insulation, did you know that you could be losing a considerable amount of that energy? By ensuring that you have adequate insulation in critical areas, you can reduce your energy costs by as much as 50 percent in the first year alone. Read More »

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Don’t Let A Neglected HVAC System Irritate Your Allergies

Don't Let A Neglected HVAC System Irritate Your Allergies Poor indoor air quality is a major trigger for allergies and asthma since indoor air pollution can be two to five times higher than outdoor air pollution. Sources of irritants include mold, pet dander, dust, and other microscopic particles. These pollutants can be unavoidable in an indoor living area where they are produced and circulated around your home again and again. Read More »

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Is Your Air Conditioner Ready For Summer? Springtime Maintenance Makes It Official

With the warm weather approaching, do you know if your air conditioner is ready to cool your home from the summer heat? Springtime maintenance will lower your energy costs, extend the life of your system, and improve the quality of air in your home. While you’ll want to hire an HVAC technician to do a complete spring maintenance check, there are some simple tasks homeowners can perform to prepare their air conditioner for the summer, including: Read More »

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