A network of ducts within your HVAC system distribute heated or cooled air from the indoor and outdoor units. These ducts travel to multiple areas of your home or business, controlling temperature and creating a more comfortable environment. Yet holes,…
Your home’s HVAC system has multiple metal components that help with efficient heating and cooling. These parts are exposed to moisture, refrigerant and other chemicals, increasing corrosion risks. Evaporator and condenser coils are the most vulnerable. As the material breaks…
Although the thermostat is used to regulate the temperature of your home, it’s often seen as disconnected from the rest of the HVAC system. Factors like wear and tear or clogged filters can affect performance, but poor temperature sensing can…
Cleaning and replacing the air filter in your HVAC system is a task many homeowners can perform themselves, yet it often goes overlooked. Ignoring a dirty air filter affects your heating and cooling system on multiple levels. It causes the…
Also known as Freon or coolant, refrigerant is a chemical compound that circulates through your air conditioning system. In the process, it draws in indoor heat and moves it outdoors, transforming from a fluid to a gas during this loop.…
While mold is a natural part of our ecosystem, you don’t want it accumulating in your air conditioning system. Your home or business first develops a musty scent and as it operates, the HVAC system spreads the spores through the…
In offices and other commercial buildings, HVAC systems play an unseen yet significant role. They are responsible for ensuring the temperature remains comfortable and consistent, a factor that can influence productivity and leave a lasting impression on both employees and…
A study published in the Journal of Infectious Diseases examined how an air conditioning system in a Wuhan restaurant contributed to the spread of COVID-19 in a public space. An asymptomatic diner was sitting relatively close to the air conditioning…
During the sweltering days of summer in Connecticut, commercial buildings need to be equipped with high quality air conditioning units that keep the tenants happy. It’s not uncommon for certain businesses to close for a day while A/C is being…
Whether the unit is at your home or office, there are many common A/C problems to keep in mind. When the weather gets hot and humid, the last thing you want is for your unit to fail. For the benefit…
