2015

  • Keeping Cool With Low Costs - Maintaining Your Commercial Refrigerator

    In your business, a commercial refrigerator may be at the very heart of your operation. A refrigerator breakdown doesn't only cost you time and repair costs, but can also ruin costly inventory and leaving you struggling to recover from the loss. It's important, therefore, to take proactive steps to avoid such a dilemma. Below, you'll find a guide to some steps you can take to maintain your commercial refrigerator, guaranteeing that it remains functioning at its highest levels and continues to serve you in the extremely important capacity that no other equipment could ever fill in for.
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  • How To Check And Repair A Central Heating Furnace

    Over the years, your furnace will probably become less effective. You might notice reduced airflow, even when it is on the highest setting. Or, you might notice that the air does not seem as hot as it should be. Some people think that these are signs that it is time to buy a new furnace. However, before you go shopping for a new furnace, you should take a closer look at your furnace and HVAC system to determine if you can fix the problem on your own.
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  • 3 Ways To Increase The Efficiency Of Your HVAC

    Many people are interested in making their heating and air conditioning more efficient. You do not need to buy a new heater or air conditioner to make your system more efficient. You can actually increase the airflow and coldness of your system with a few simple steps. This article will explain 3 ways to increase the efficiency of your HVAC by running a few simple repairs. Clean or Replace the Furnace Filter
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  • Garage Too Hot to Work In? 3 Options to Cool It Down

    Just because it's hot outside, that doesn't mean you can't spend time in your garage working on things. If it's too hot at your house, the three options below can help you cool things down. Retractable Awning If you have windows on the south side of your garage, install a retractable awning to block the sun from shining into the windows. This type of awning works well because you can easily roll it in when you want the sun, such as during the cold months.
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  • Inspecting Airflow And Electrical Issues For Air Conditioners

    If you're using a central air conditioning unit that has been in service for years, there may be a buildup of dust and excessive stress that can both clog the system and lead to electrical failure. The ductwork and electrical system need to be checked multiple times during the year to ensure proper working order. If you're noticing weak airflow, consider a few inspection points that can help you get to the core of the issue and to know what to expect from repair professionals.
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  • The Benefits of an Outdoor Wood Boiler

    Outdoor wood boilers are furnaces located outside of your home that make use of wood as a fuel source. Due to their unconventional installation location and the fact that they burn wood to generate heat, outdoor wood boilers provide a distinctive set of benefits over traditional central heating units. Understanding what outdoor wood boilers have to offer can help you decide whether or not they are the right fit for your home.
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  • Three Tips To Use Ductless AC Systems In Multiple Story Homes

    If you have a home that has more than one level or a basement, ductless AC systems may need to be setup differently than a single-story home. There are several options, such as installing a mini-split system or installing more than one system. If you want to have a ductless cooling system for your home, here are some things you may want to know about multiple-story installations: 1. Choosing The Right Size Systems For Spaces
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  • AC Woefully Inefficient: Troubleshoot Your Condenser Coils

    Your AC unit is composed of two sets of coils. The evaporator coils are located on the inside of your house and are thus protected from the elements. As a fan pushes warm air from your home over the coils, the refrigerant inside evaporates and absorbs heat from the air. A compressor then pumps the super-heated, vaporized refrigerant to the condenser coils, which are exposed to the elements. Here, a second fan pushes relatively cool outside air over the coils to cool down the refrigerant.
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  • Four Things to Consider When Installing Ductless AC for Home Cooling

    If you are looking for an energy efficient way to cool your home, ductless HVAC is a great solution. These are not like the window units that you can put in your home. They are professionally installed systems that do not have the ducts like conventional HVAC. Ductless is an affordable alternative to ducted central HVAC systems that can provide your home with the cooling it needs. Here are some things you may want to know about ductless AC before you install one of these systems in your home.
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  • Why Your Air Conditioner Is Icy And What You Can Do About It

    If an optimist notices ice forming on their air conditioner, they might say their unit is doing too good a job at cooling the air. A realist, on the other hand, will say that an air conditioner is not meant to create ice. In fact, an icy air conditioner won't work efficiently; if left untreated, the ice can cause damage to the unit. But even if you turn off and defrost the air conditioner – and you should do so as soon as you can – that icing is still just a symptom.
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