Preventive Maintenance
Why should I perform preventive maintenance? Heating and cooling systems work incredibly hard to perform their functions for your household. The constant stopping, starting and continual operation can wear down a machine quickly and unexpectedly if the proper care and maintenance is delayed. However, by performing preventive maintenance, or servicing your system regularly, you can maximize the lifecycle of your heating or cooling unit and guard against... [Read More...]
System not functioning properly?
Check to see that electrical disconnect switches are ON. Make sure the thermostat temperature selector is properly set. Make sure the thermostat system switch is in the ON position. Replace any blown fuses or reset “tripped” circuit breakers. Make sure unit access panels are in place. Clean or replace air filter. Read More →
Seven Ways to Make Your Home More Comfortable
1. Maintain your heating and cooling system The best way to keep your equipment running at peak performance is to have a licensed HVAC professional do annual tuneups. It’s also important to clean or change air filters once a month. 2. Divide your home into zones Zoning divides your home into separate comfort areas, which are heated or cooled based on your needs. It allows you to change temperature in one area without affecting other areas. 3. Manage... [Read More...]
Home Maintenance Checklist for Fall and Winter
General guidelines for keeping your home warm and efficient: Have a qualified HVAC professional inspect your home’s ducts and cooling equipment. Set your thermostat to 68°F when you’re at home and awake, and as low as 60°F when you’re asleep or awake. Clean or replace furnace filters every month. Clean chimney and check to see if your fireplace is working properly. Seal air leaks in the attic, basement and crawlspace, and also around windows... [Read More...]