Your homes ductwork system is a long series of pipes that run throughout your house, hiding behind its walls, ceilings, and floors. Some will even snake their way into your attic or garage. Since the system is mainly hidden from sight, homeowners do not give much thought to their condition. Over time, air duct connections can loosen or be damaged. If you suspect that your air duct system is no longer working as before, ask your HVAC technician to examine it. One small break in the air flow can … [Read more...] about Detecting Problems In Your Homes Ductwork
Archives for December 2013
Staying Warm This Winter
The holidays are right around the corner, and so is cold Missouri winter. One of the most miserable ways to start a winter day is to wake up and find that your furnace has stopped working and your home is almost as cold inside as the freezing temperatures outside. The most likely culprit is a blown out pilot light. If this is a continuing problem with your homes furnace, you will need to call a reliable HVAC technician out to your home. You don’t want to be caught without heat in the midst of a … [Read more...] about Staying Warm This Winter
Energy Star Approved HVAC Appliances
Do you know what the Energy Star labels mean? Since its inauguration in 1992, consumers have been seeing Energy Star labels on appliances in all retail stores, including those used to heat and cool our homes. But do you really know what those numbers mean? If you are considering replacing your homes boiler or air conditioning unit, ask your HVAC technician if an energy star approved model is your best option. The Energy Star Program The Energy Star program is a not for profit organization that … [Read more...] about Energy Star Approved HVAC Appliances
Utilizing UV Rays To Protect Your Home From Pollutants
It is estimated that at least 50% of illnesses are the direct result of indoor air pollution. Considering the amount of time we spend indoors, it would be prudent of us to try and eliminate contaminates from our homes air. The biggest distributor of pollution in our homes is the heating and cooling systems. If this is of special concern to you ask your HVAC technician about installing a UV light in your home. This is a safe way to remove many irritants and pollutants from your homes atmosphere. … [Read more...] about Utilizing UV Rays To Protect Your Home From Pollutants