Blog Category Archive: HVAC
UPDATED: Furnace Smells - The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly
3/17/2021 10:39 AM
Your home's furnace works hard all year to keep your home feeling comfortable. Here are some smells to be aware of that may indicate an issue with your furnace system.
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Update: Performing General Maintenance On Your Humidifier
9/9/2020 10:55 AM
If you are a homeowner, you know how important it is to be sure that your home is in the best condition possible, which includes air quality. Many of you have probably heard that you should invest in a humidifier, but might not be sure if you need one. There are many benefits that come with humidifiers in your home; however, many homeowners view this as just another thing they need to maintain.
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What Does The R-22 Refrigerant Phase-Out Mean For Your HVAC System?
3/3/2020 8:00 AM
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has mandated the complete phase-out of Class II Ozone-Depleting Substances, including R-22 refrigerant commonly found in most residential HVAC systems. The EPA has halted all production and importation of R-22 on January 1, 2020. Since the initial phase-out, most HVAC companies have seen a significant price increase on their supplies of R-22 by as much as 500%. What does this mean for home and business owners?
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ServiceOne air conditioning how-to: checking and replacing your air filter
7/25/2018 8:00 AM
Once a month, our ServiceOne air conditioning department likes to send out a reminder to change your air filters in your HVAC system. Last week, we introduced a new how-to video we produced on cleaning out your air conditioner condenser coils. If you’re noticing a marked difference in how your home’s air conditioner is operating, it’s good to clean out the coils and also look at your home’s air filter.
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Why Intelligent Thermostats Are Smart For Your Business
6/6/2018 1:08 PM
Running a business means you wear a lot of hats. You are the chief budgeter, the chief people manager, the chief operations manager, concerned with how your business looks from the outside and from the inside, and, of course, always planning for the future. It’s a lot of work! How can an intelligent thermostat, such as the Building 36 Intelligent Thermostat, help out with easing this load a little?
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Home Air Filtration Systems & Spring Allergies : A Match Made In Heaven
5/16/2018 9:15 AM
Birds are chirping, flowers are blooming, and trees are greening up. The grass is beginning to grow and needs to be mowed. If you’ve got allergies, you’re probably starting to suffer. Pollen from trees, grass, and flowers, as well as mold, can make anyone miserable! You probably aren’t getting any relief by staying inside, either, because all of these allergens can be tracked in with you, your family, or pets. If your nose is feeling constantly stuffy, your eyes and throat are irritated, or your skin is feeling itchy, it may be time to start looking for a comprehensive home solution to these airborne allergens!
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Preparing For Baby : With A Ductless Split
4/25/2018 11:25 AM
One of our Dubuque HVAC professionals recently had a baby girl, and in addition to the usual tasks (painting the nursery, getting new furniture, and getting the clothes ready for their new bundle of joy), the family opted to also install a ductless split HVAC system.
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What Good Is An Air Filter?
4/18/2018 8:00 AM
With springtime coming (and we promise it is!), allergies are going to start flaring up. More traffic going in and out of your house with your children and pets playing outside. And hopefully finally getting to open up those windows and letting some fresh air in! But what does this mean for your indoor air quality? It means the air filter in your HVAC system is going to be put through its paces. If you haven’t changed it out in a while, it’s time!
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How Are Outside Temperature Fluctuations Affecting Your Home’s HVAC?
4/11/2018 10:34 AM
Well, we have had an absolutely GORGEOUS transition into spring here in the Midwest, right? Mother Nature doesn’t seem moody at all (ha, ha). Where are the green plants starting to poke through, robins starting to sing, and days getting warmer? This week alone, we will see sunshine, snow, rain, cold, and high temps. We have been fielding a fair amount of calls and questions about what these temperature fluctuations could be doing to your home’s HVAC system.
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Your HVAC Glossary
4/4/2018 6:00 AM
If you have ever shopped for a new furnace or air conditioner, or even had a technician out to assess your home, chances are that you did not understand a word that came out of their mouths when explaining issues or maintenance requirements with your system.
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