When the temperatures drop, the dial on our thermostats goes up. Fortunately, there are many tips and tricks that you can use to lower your gas bills without feeling left out in the cold. Further, with COVID-19 cases spiking again, many people are feeling uneasy about their financial situation. With fall and winter rapidly approaching, […]
Before Willis Haviland Carrier invented air conditioning in 1902, people had to be creative about how they stayed cool. While nowadays it’s easier for most people to invest in air conditioning, we thought it would be fun to look at five ways people used to beat the heat. 1. Changing the Time of Your Chores […]
The National Centers for Environmental Information stated that the global annual temperature has “increased at an average rate of 0.08°C (0.14°F) per decade since 1880 and over twice that rate (+0.18°C / +0.32°F) since 1981.” Although we still experience snowfall, rain, and colder weather, the planet is undoubtedly growing warmer due to the rise of […]
On average, most people are comfortable when the temperature in the house is around 70 degrees. But when it comes to cooling your home down during the warm summer months, choosing between central air and window units can be a difficult decision. Whether you’re concerned about overall costs or the effectiveness of either system, we’ve […]
Maintaining your HVAC unit by requesting professional cleaning services is crucial to preserving its efficiency. For people who have undergone major renovations, have mold in the ducts, or have experienced a recent infestation, air duct cleaning—a service that entails cleaning an HVAC unit’s passageways—is an optional service many HVAC owners choose to take advantage of. […]
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, “roughly 117 million metric tons of carbon dioxide are released into the air each year” due to the use of air conditioners—this is not to be confused with carbon monoxide, which air conditioners cannot produce. Currently, AC units account for 8% of energy consumption in households, growing from […]
As a business owner, whether you’re trying to fend off winter’s frigid breeze or battle summer’s sweltering heat, you have to have a well-maintained commercial HVAC unit to make it happen. When you successfully create a comfortable office, retail, industrial, or hospitality space, everyone—from your customers to your employees (including you!)—will be happier. But what […]
An HVAC system has a definitive role in both spreading and preventing the COVID-19 virus because of droplet and aerosol transmission. Can these tiny virus-filled particles spread through an air conditioner or furnace’s inner workings and infect people? On the other hand, can your HVAC system be a helpful barrier to minimize the spread of […]
What’s the difference between AC and ACH? Know what the V stands for in HVAC? When it comes to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), familiarizing yourself with commonly used terms and acronyms will not only help you, but it will also help a professional technician aid you in purchasing a system or addressing a […]
While members of your household may disagree about whether to put on a sweater or crank up the thermostat this winter, it turns out there are ideal temperatures when you’re engaged in certain activities, such as sleeping and exercising. What’s more, there are minimum temperatures to stay above even when you’re away from your home […]
