Winter will be here soon and temperatures are dropping every day. Homeowners in the area are probably focused on keeping their heaters running effectively, and with good reason. But cold air is only one part of keeping your home healthy and comfortable this winter (though granted, it’s a big part). Low humidity levels can be a huge problem as well, especially in homes with forced-air furnaces instead of boilers or radiators.
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Humidifiers Help Your Heater Keep Your Home Comfortable
Monday, October 23rd, 2017Look for Heating Problems Before Winter
Monday, October 9th, 2017
We’re in the midst of fall, as the colors are turning and the temperature is steadily dropping. Chances are you’re already running your heating system on a regular basis, and soon enough, you’ll need it running every day in order to keep your house comfortable and your family members healthy. If there’s a problem in your heater that requires repairs, now is the ideal time to determine it.
Signs You Need a New Heater
Monday, September 25th, 2017
When autumn arrives, the weather gets chilly, and homeowners will be turning to boilers, furnaces and other types of heating system to keep their homes warm in the long winter to come. If your existing heating system is one its last legs, now is the time to schedule the installation of a new one.
Replacing a heating system now makes all kinds of sense. The weather is still comparatively warm, which means you won’t have as much need for it as you will in just a few short weeks. It gives you time to plan and prepare for the operation, and schedule a replacement session according to your timetable instead of having to run around in the face of an unexpected breakdown. That also lets you enjoy the improved performance and reduced operating costs that a new heating system will bring, helping you cut down on those high monthly bills from the time the first snow falls.
How to Winterize Your Air Conditioner
Monday, September 11th, 2017
Fall will be here in a few weeks, and with it comes the eventual need to shut down your air conditioner and turn on your heater. Last week, we dealt with getting your heating system up to speed with timely maintenance. This week, we’re going to cover winterizing your air conditioner, and preparing it for months of inactivity as winter arrives.
Winterizing your AC is important because it will cut down on wear and tear over the cooler months and ensure that your system is ready to go as soon as you need it next spring. Most of the steps can be taken yourself, though there is one that we strongly recommend you speak to a professional about.
Time for Maintenance on Your Heater
Monday, August 28th, 2017
Summer is slowly coming to an end. Labor Day is upon us, and kids will soon be going back to school if they aren’t there already. Soon enough, autumn will be here, and with it comes cooler temperatures and an increased need for a good heating system in your home. The worst thing during a chilly fall night is to turn the heater on and encounter a serious problem.
Unfortunately, that’s a very common occurrence in the Fort Wayne area in the autumn. On the other hand, there’s a very easy way to prevent that from occurring: a maintenance session on your heater from a friendly professional company.
UV Air Purifiers Keep Your Home Clean
Monday, August 14th, 2017
Summers in Indiana are defined by high temperatures and soaring humidity. That makes our environment a breeding ground for bacteria and germs of all varieties, and they can easily infiltrate your home to cause all manner of mischief. In fact, germs and other biological contaminants can cause a lot of damage in the summer, since we keep our doors and windows locked tight to preserve the cool air generated by our air conditioners. Since HVAC systems circulate the air in your homes when they run, that means the contaminants can stay there for a long time, leading to that stagnant musty feeling in your house as well as passing colds and other illnesses between different family members.
Why Does Ice Form on Air Conditioning Coils?
Monday, July 31st, 2017
Air conditioning problems are quite common this time of year for obvious reasons. Our AC systems are put to the test each and every day as temperatures climb into the triple digits and beyond sometimes. Ideally, everything will work as intended, but in the event it doesn’t, you need to move quickly. Otherwise, an unexpected breakdown could leave you without proper air conditioning, and turn you home into an oven in the process.
3 Things to Look for in a Commercial AC Service
Monday, July 17th, 2017
Commercial air conditioners are even more important than residential air conditioners in many ways. Most of us spend the bulk of our days as a business or retail space, after all, and if you’re either a business owner or an office manager, you know how important a comfortable environment is. A problem with your commercial air conditioners could send customers away in droves, force your employees to work in hot and uncomfortable conditions (or even make you send them home for the day), and even damage key components to your business like computers, which can overheat in the midst of our sweltering Indiana summers.
Spotting a Breach or Leak in Your Ducts
Monday, July 3rd, 2017
Centralized heating and air conditioning systems rely on a series of ducts to carry cool air to the various corners of your home. They do the same job in the winter when it comes to hot air from your furnace. They do their jobs well in most cases, and because they’re usually hidden behind the walls or in the attic, they don’t often suffer damage. When they do, however – or even when age and wear-and-tear create leaks or breaches – then it can be very hard to spot the damage.
When Does Your Air Conditioner Need Replacing?
Monday, June 19th, 2017
It can be tough to know when your air conditioner needs to be replaced. Air conditioners are expensive and most people run them into the ground before removing an old one and putting a new one in its place. If you don’t think your system is going to make it until the fall, now is the time to act. Doing so allows you to enjoy the increased efficiency and other benefits of a new system, as well as eliminating any worries you may have about breakdowns in the heat of the summer.