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Considering a New A/C Purchase? 7 Reasons Why You Should Go for It

Is this the year that you finally upgrade your cooling equipment? While the initial costs associated with a new A/C purchase may leave you shivering, hearing the many benefits should warm you up to the idea. Here are seven key advantages to replacing your old or balky air conditioner before the heat wave hits. 1. […]

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Let Manuals J and D Guide Your Next HVAC Installation

Are you hoping to enjoy the benefits of a high-efficiency HVAC upgrade? In order for your equipment to achieve maximum efficiency, your contractor should be well-versed in Manuals J and D. Here’s a look at why these tools are so important and what you should expect from your contractor throughout the process. What’s the big

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Enjoy Around-the-Clock Home Comfort By Upgrading to a Zoning System

If your home has areas where temperatures vary throughout the day or night, upgrading to a zoning system will help you stay more comfortable. Zoning systems use individual thermostats and air-duct dampers to regulate where the conditioned air goes. These systems let you customize your conditioning system so it’s more adaptable to different climate conditions

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Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality as Part of Your Spring Cleaning Checklist

Can you smell the freshness in your Hamel, Illinois home’s air at this very moment? The unfortunate truth is that your indoor air quality may not be as great as you think it is. If you want to see some immediate improvements in the air you breath in the refuge of your home, start by

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Heat Pump Maintenance: Some Tasks Require Professional Attention

A well-maintained heat pump uses up to 25 percent less energy than a neglected one. Heat pump maintenance by a qualified HVAC technician at the beginning of the cooling and heating seasons will ensure your heat pump operates efficiently, save you money on energy costs and extend the life of your system. A professional heat

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On the Hunt for an HVAC Professional? Look for NATE Certification

When your heating and cooling equipment is having trouble, do you know whom to call? Unfortunately, many homeowners don’t give much thought to choosing a reliable and professional HVAC contractor until their moment of need. But whether you’re planning ahead or are in search of immediate help, you should always make NATE certification a priority.

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AC Maintenance: Best Performed Before You’re Relying on Your AC Daily

The weather in the Metro East is quickly warming up. Have you scheduled your AC maintenance tune-up yet? In order to prepare your air conditioner for daily use and ensure that it will run smoothly all summer, it’s important to follow these three steps: Perform Some Do-It-Yourself AC Maintenance There are several things that all

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Mold Growth and High Humidity Go Hand in Hand, and Here’s Why

Mold is a natural part of the environment and, when growing outside, does its part in helping to break down dead, organic materials as part of nature’s constant recycling process. When found inside your home, however, mold can be a big problem and should be avoided at all costs. Household mold stinks, causes damage if left

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A/C Replacement: Now’s the Time to Do Your Homework Before You Choose a System

Choosing an A/C replacement involves three important steps, and you’ll get better performance if you go through each one individually. Air conditioners are complex systems, and you’ll need to size it properly, select its energy efficiency, and ready your home for its installation. Sizing Sizing makes a difference in how well the air conditioner will

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Wonder If Your Metro-East Home Has Dirty Ducts? Consider Duct Cleaning

When deciding whether duct cleaning will benefit your home, there are many factors to consider. Since every home is different, your first step should be visual observation – open up a vent and actually examine the state of your ducts. Make a decision on whether your next step should be contacting a professional based on this

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