Author Archives: Lyn Cate

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

For 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

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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

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How UV Lights Complement Your HVAC System

Indoor 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

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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

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Reducing Mold In Your Home — 7 Facts To Consider

Mold 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

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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

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A Maintenance Agreement Keeps Your HVAC System On Track

Do 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

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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

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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

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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

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