The Christmas tree is up. The ball is about to drop from Times Square. And you’re making your new year’s resolutions. Does your list include reminders to be nice to your HVAC system? If not, here are 12 suggestions (hint: not “one a month”; take care of them as quickly as you can). Change your […]
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In the “old days” operating a thermostat was simple. You’d go to the thermostat and, using a dial or switch, you would set the temperature in your home to the desired level. If you wanted to change the temperature, you’d have to go back to the thermostat and repeat the process. Enter the programmable thermostat. […]
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Some surprises are fun – surprise parties, winning raffle tickets. But all too often surprises related to critical appliances bring unwelcome expense and days of discomfort. In these hazy days of summer, no Chicagoan wants the ‘surprise’ of a failed AC unit. So, how can you avoid such a cooling emergency? Here are some common […]
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You’ve set your thermostat. To your desired temperature. But when you check the temperature in the room, it is warmer (or colder in the winter). There may be a few reasons for this. Here are some. It’s too hot outsideAir conditioning systems in the Chicago area are designed for a temperature of 93 degrees F. […]
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Travel to Florida, and you can visit the Fountain of Youth, the area where legend says Ponce de Leon found his life-enhancing spring. You may want to dip your toe into these sulfurous waters for your own health, but you don’t need to drive your AC unit south to increase its life span. Just follow […]
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How do you know if you need a new AC unit? Consider these five bullet points. My allergy symptoms seem worse. A poorly functioning air conditioning system can contribute to poor indoor air quality by allowing dirt and airborne pollutants to build up in the air ducts and leak into your rooms. An undersized, less […]
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Staying closer to home this summer you may cut travel and entertainment costs, but you could face higher utility bills as you attempt to keep your home comfortable during the hot summer months. How can you run your air conditioning unit more efficiently to keep your utility costs down? Low to No Cost There are […]
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You did everything by the book. You invested in a new, energy-efficient AC system a few years ago. You have it serviced annually. You replace the filters. You cleared the landscaping away from the condenser and vacuumed the blades. The new programmable thermostat adjusts the temperature settings, supposedly saving money on your utility bill. And, […]
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Ah, those wonderful spring breezes. How nice to open the windows, air out the house, and enjoy the moderate temperatures. But soon the mercury will rise and the hum of the air conditioning unit will provide the white noise of summer. You’ve maintained your HVAC unit, changing the filter, clearing debris from the compressor, and […]
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So your air conditioning unit is acting up. Maybe it’s not cooling your house like it should. Or your energy bills are going up. Or there are funny noises coming from it. It’s time, you’ve decided. Time for a new unit. But don’t panic. Just keep these important tips in mind when you go shopping. […]
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