Installing a whole-home humidifier can make a house feel much more comfortable in the winter. In addition to making a house feel more pleasant, maintaining proper humidity levels can make a home less expensive to run as well. Overly dry air can also cause damage to your house and its furnishings. Whole-Home Humidifiers Are Generally Less Expensive Compared to portable humidifiers, a whole-home humidifier may be less expensive to operate throughout the year. Furthermore, it may be less expensive to put in one unit for the entire house as opposed to buying multiple portable units for each room. In addition,
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5 HVAC System Noises That Are Signs Something Is Wrong
When your HVAC system has a problem, it may take a little while for you to notice the issue. Often, one of the first warning signs is hearing a strange noise coming from your HVAC equipment. You never want to hear your HVAC system making one of these sounds because it can mean that something is not working properly. 1. Frequent Clicking It is common to hear a single click as the unit turns on and off, but more constant clicking over and over is an issue. This means that your relay or electrical controls are struggling to function properly.
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What’s Included in HVAC Maintenance?
HVAC maintenance is one of the most important things to do if you want to keep your energy bills low and prevent the need for repairs. Both your heating and cooling system need maintenance once or twice a year. HVAC maintenance includes an inspection of the system, changing of the air filters, clearing of the condensate drain, and lubrication of moving parts. Inspection of the System HVAC technicians will thoroughly inspect the system to catch any developing problems before they turn into expensive repairs. The exhaust outlets are an especially important component they inspect. Dangerous gases like carbon monoxide are
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Why You Should Change Your AC Filter
Based on what make and model your AC is, the air filter needs to be changed every few months. Some models advise a filter to be changed on a monthly basis, while others can go three months before needing a fresh filter. You should change the AC filter periodically based on the instruction manual to prevent the unit from breaking down, keep energy bills low, and preserve indoor air quality. Prevent the AC From Breaking Down Sometimes when we’re called for repairs, we find that the reason the customer’s AC broke down is the air filter was clogged. A dirty
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Everything You Need to Know About Choosing a Heating System
Before you call professionals to install a heater, you need to know what type of system you want. This guide will help you to make an informed choice about home heating systems. Furnaces Furnaces are a style of heater that burns fuel and uses it to directly heat air. The warm air is then sent through ducts to reach each place in your house. Furnaces are the most common heating system, and they sell at roughly half the cost of other types of systems. There is no hazard of leaks or frozen heating pipes when the power goes out, so
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Easy Tips to Cut Down on Indoor Air Pollution
Air pollution can result in breathing problems, allergic reactions, and other health problems. Dust or other particles can settle on furniture and other surfaces, which could result in property damage over long periods of time. However, there are some easy ways to reduce exposure to air pollutants. Don’t Smoke Indoors One of the easiest ways to prevent indoor air pollution is to smoke outdoors whenever possible. In addition to preventing smoke from lingering in the air, it can prevent young children from getting asthma attacks or other breathing problems. Furthermore, it can prevent the odor of smoke from getting into
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5 Sounds That Indicate Repairs Are Needed in an HVAC System
Strange sounds coming from your HVAC system are a warning sign that something is wrong. You can get an idea of what may be damaged based on the type of sound. Squealing, banging, rattling, abnormal clicking and thwapping are sounds you never want to hear from your HVAC system. 1. Squealing A squealing sound from the HVAC system usually means a belt has gone bad in the blower motor or it’s in need of lubrication. You can lubricate the belt yourself if it’s accessible and by using the right kind of oil for that particular brand and model. If the
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The Easiest Way to Choose the Right HVAC Contractor
If you want reliable assistance with your heating and cooling project, you’ll be doing yourself a huge favor by hiring a reputable HVAC contractor in your area. Yes, most laymen offer good deals, but they can’t give you the assurance that you deserve. Furthermore, getting a low estimate isn’t as important as getting your climate control system installed right, so it may be in your best interest to use these three tips: 1. Find Out Who Your Coworkers and Friends Turned To AC and heating problems tend to crop up at every home at some point. If the adults in
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Your New Year HVAC Checklist
Your home’s heating and cooling system work hard to keep you comfortable all year long. With the new year, it is a good idea to make sure that the system is getting the attention it deserves. Use this checklist as a starting point for proper care of your home’s heating and cooling system. Change Air Filters Your heating and cooling system has an air filter. It is located near the air handler or air blower. The filters are big, and they are designed to collect tiny particles from the air before it is blown into the air ducts of your
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Does Closing Vents in Unused Rooms Save Money?
At Controlled Climate Services, we specialize in heating and cooling for residential and commercial clients in Kennesaw and throughout the Greater Atlanta area. We’ve encountered many persistent HVAC misconceptions over the years, but perhaps none of those misunderstandings is as pervasive as the notion that you can close vents in order to save money. What Has Led to This Misconception? Although it’s impossible to say exactly what led to the notion, we think it likely has to do with the levers that are included with most HVAC vents. Since you can open and close them, then it must be a
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