As with many elements of your home, the air filters are part of a larger system. This means that they are influenced by various external and internal factors. Regularly replacing your air filter will help to keep everything in the system working properly while minimizing your energy costs.
If you hear unusual sounds coming from your air conditioner during normal operation, don’t ignore them! These could be signs that the unit needs a simple tune up, a full repair, or a replacement of the entire unit.
Proper maintenance and regular check-ups of your HVAC system will allow you to save on the cost of replacing the equipment fully over the course of its projected lifecycle, as well as increase the efficiency of its performance.
With the slow budding of spring flowers and regular April showers, it’s an exciting and energizing time of year to think about moving into a new home. Before you come to this decision, consider your current HVAC system. Evaluate how well-maintained the system is, the return on investing in a new system, and how you might benefit from replacing individual elements of the HVAC system.
Although the snowflakes keep deciding to show up here and there— there is good news. Spring is on it’s way! As a result, it’s the perfect time to start preparing your home to go from operating in the winter to welcoming warming weather (happily too, we may add)!
We have all been there--- water is starting to pool around your AC unit and you are wondering what your next move should be! Don’t fret! We are here to help! Although water pooling around your HVAC unit isn’t normal, it is a sign that you or a professional needs to fix the issue before further damage ensues. So if you experience a leaking HVAC, here is what may be the cause and some helpful advice:
Should we keep our AC on 24/7? If we turn it on and off, is that effective or smart? Are there any money-saving benefits? These are questions we get all the time and we are here to give you a few helpful tips and tricks to treat your AC system well for optimal performance and how to save some dollars in the process!
Pollution is something that occurs outside, yes. But did you know that indoor air pollution can be worse than the pollution that exists outside? This is especially true during the summer months. All of the pollution that your energy-efficient, perfectly sealed windows keep out, are the same agents that can keep all those pollutants inside.
Most of Southern Ontario has been issued a heat warning so it is extremely important to take safety precautions during this time. Here are some helpful tips and tricks to stay safe and most importantly, comfortable this summer:
Your air conditioner is a precise piece of machinery and it pays to know both how it works and how you can best maintain it. Here are some common questions about air conditioners.
