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Do I Need A New AC System
New AC System Installation Heating and cooling account for almost half of all residential energy use. Is your air conditioner more than ten years old, cooling erratically or breaking down frequently? If so you may be in need of a new AC system. If you are not satisfied with the performance of your current air conditioner it may be time to consider purchasing a new one. New units use … [Read more...] about Do I Need A New AC System
What You Need to Know about Humidity in Your Home
You’ve heard the term “humidity” used in describing the weather. Someone may say “there’s a lot of humidity in the air today” or “it’s a humid day.” However, humidity doesn’t just affect the weather. It can also impact your home. Humidity Inside the Home Humidity is the amount of moisture in the air, and it can vary inside the house just like it can outdoors. It changes when you turn on or off a … [Read more...] about What You Need to Know about Humidity in Your Home
Thermostats – The Newest Energy Saving Tools
Are Smart Thermostats a Smart Choice? The newest breed of thermostat is more than just a high tech energy saving gadget. Many are actually fun to use. Connected appliances that send text messages when the refrigerator door is left ajar or the wash cycle is finished are smart and trendy home updates, but the smartest new device is a programmable thermostat that uses a suite of remote sensors to … [Read more...] about Thermostats – The Newest Energy Saving Tools
What To Do When Your Air Conditioner Constantly Runs
Many air conditioning systems are so quiet you never notice the gentle hum that tells you they’re working. You may hear a “click” when the system kicks on and never think anything about it. However, you’ll pay attention when it starts to feel like the house never gets cooled out even when your unit is working. Check Your Thermostat The first thing you should do if you notice your air … [Read more...] about What To Do When Your Air Conditioner Constantly Runs
Optimize Your Indoor Air with Solaris®
Solaris® indoor air quality products bring outdoor-like freshness to your entire home while making the air healthier by removing allergens, germs, and airborne toxins in the HVAC airstream. Although people associate air pollution with the outdoors, indoor air quality in the Columbus and Phenix City areas is often much poorer than the quality of the air outside. In fact, the U.S. … [Read more...] about Optimize Your Indoor Air with Solaris®
Carbon Monoxide Detection this Winter
A Tip for Staying Safe During the Cold Weather | Carbon Monoxide Safety If you have gas appliances in your home or office, a Carbon Monoxide Detector is a must have. These detectors will go into alarm if the slightest amount of Carbon Monoxide is detected due to heating equipment failure. It is recommended that a Carbon Monoxide Detector be installed in each level of the home. If you have a … [Read more...] about Carbon Monoxide Detection this Winter