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How to Control Cooling Costs in Summer?

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Summer is here, and staying in your air-conditioned home seems to be the only effective way to beat the heat. However, this bliss can come with skyrocketing electricity bills, if you aren’t aware of the general rules of keeping the cooling costs in control.  Ahead, we’ve rounded up some useful tips to help you enjoy the summer season with a healthy wallet. Adjust Your Thermostat As a good rule of thumb, remember to keep your air conditioning thermostat at adjusted at a temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit  when you’re at home and raise it a bit before leaving your home for work or elsewhere. According to the Department of Energy, you can save about 10 percent on your annual electricity bills  by just raising your thermostat by  10 to 15 degrees every day. If you keep forgetting to adjust your thermostat temperature before leaving your home, consider investing in a programmable thermostat to do the task for you. It will allow you to set a te...
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HVAC Issues – When To Call A Professional And When To DIY It

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Many home owners are tempted to save money on HVAC repairs by taking matters into their own hands. This seems to be the case even more so due to the corona virus. However, it’s still not advisable. To tackle HVAC problems, you need to know how the system operates and all its vital parts too which takes special training and years of experience.  However, certain tasks are easy and therefore, you can try your hand at it. Changing T he A ir F ilter The air filter of an HVAC system prevents contaminants from entering the more sensitive parts of the system. Over time, these filters collect dirt, pet hair, and allergens  and get clogged. Clogged air filters affect the heating and cooling ability of the system.  It’s therefore essential to have them changed at least on a biannual basis . Homes with more members or pets need to have the air filter changed more frequently.  Changing the air filters is a relatively easy task, which homeowners can do them...
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This is What Your HVAC Maintenance Regimen Should Look Like

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HVAC maintenance is a crucial part of being a homeowner because your system is working around the clock to keep your family safe and comfortable. This includes fliering the air you breathe, regulating the temperature, and keeping harmful allergens and toxins at bay.   In light of recent events, i.e., the COVID-19 crisis, there has been increased interest in the role HVAC systems play in the spread of disease . Especially seeing as how this disease, in particular, is transmitted through close contact and contaminated vapors, there are also chances of it being airborne. Although not the primary method of transmission, there is always a chance for the virus to survive on various surfaces. A well-maintained HVAC system should ideally reduce any chances of a spread—but the questions still stand: what counts as a well-maintained HVAC system? Installation of high-quality, efficient filters HEPA (High-Efficiency Particulate Air Filter) filter out 99.99%  of dus...
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