Turning on the AC for the first time each summer is how you know that warm weather has truly arrived. Chances are, if you inspected and shut down your system properly the previous fall, it will start back up in early summer with no issues. Occasionally though, there’s a problem, and it really stinks. The following guide can help you determine the cause of a smelly AC.
Mildew or musty odors…
If you are thinking of having a central HVAC system installed, or you are thinking of purchasing a house with it, then you should learn what you can about this type of heating and cooling system. Here are 9 things you should know to better familiarize yourself with central air:
1 – Central heat and air goes through the whole house: When you have a central HVAC system installed, it will have ducts and vents throughout the house that keep the entire home regulated to the temperature you want to achieve.…
HVAC systems, no matter how new or old they are, need care and maintenance over the years. This article explains two yearly maintenance task that you should not overlook. Cleaning your air registers and replacing your air filters are two jobs that you can do within a couple of hours.
Cleaning the Air Registers
Cleaning your air registers is a job that is often neglected. However, some people dust the outside of their register on a regular basis.…
Ductless heat pumps are very convenient, but they aren’t always the best solution. On the other hand, installing central heating, whether the system is powered by a furnace or boiler, is not possible in many properties. If you want to finally invest in some sort of heating system, you need to compare these two systems and decide which will be the best for your property. This article compares ductless heat pumps with central heating systems.…
A the winter months approach many people are wondering what they can do to keep their house warm without overspending on their energy bills. This is a common concern for many homeowners, simply because you can spend a lot of money in the winter if you are not careful. In order to keep your house warm without spending too much money, you should make sure that you are doing a couple things.…
Having a functional water heater is essential for most families. It is what allows them to get the hot water they need to perform several household functions. Thankfully, if anything ever does go wrong with your water heater, you have the luxury of knowing that you can call a company like R & B Inc Heating & Air Conditioning to come and help you out. This article will discuss 3 signs that you need to call a water heater service.…
Summer is all about vacation, cookouts and time at the pool, but you need to be sure that you’re maximizing your comfort levels indoors. Sitting cooped up in a stifling, muggy home can be a horrible experience, so make sure that you consider upgrading your air conditioner in order to avoid this. Let this article act as a guide, so that you are able to get the best performance possible and install an AC system that is best for your home.…
AC repairs at the height of the hot season can be uncomfortable and inconvenient. You want to minimize the chances that you’ll experience an AC malfunction by properly paying attention to and maintaining your system.
The following are five mistakes to avoid in the coming weeks that can cause you to prematurely require AC repairs:
Failing to give routine maintenance enough attention
Having your AC system inspected regularly is important. This way, routine maintenance can be performed and any potential malfunctions can be looked out for and hopefully prevented.…
Now that summer is just about over, it’s time to turn your attention to fall. That’s the time of year when you’ll start turning your heater on again. If you weren’t satisfied with your energy efficiency last year, now’s the time to get things under control. Waiting until fall or winter to take care of heating issues could leave you waiting for quite a long time, especially once your heater repair company gets busy with emergency calls.…
Musty odors blown from your air conditioning unit are the result of microorganisms growing somewhere inside the unit, such as mold and bacteria. When the unit is turned on, mold spores and waste products from the bacteria are blown around your home, which causes the musty odor. It doesn’t mean anything is mechanically wrong with your air conditioner; the inside of the cooling system is the perfect environment for mold growth under normal operating circumstances.…