Monthly Archives: October 2010

The Importance of Properly Trained Technicians

When choosing an HVAC contractor, one of the first things that you should look at are their qualifications.  Check that they are fully licensed and have years of experience.  Is

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How Often Do You Change Your Air Filters?

Are the return air vents in your house covered with dirt and dust?  How about the rest of your house, for that matter?  If so, you’re probably not cleaning or

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Tips for Maintaining Your Indoor Air Quality

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), human exposure to air pollutants shows that indoor levels of pollutants may be two to five times– and sometimes more than 100 times–

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Important Facts About UV Lights and Mold

Mold is a major culprit when it comes to poor indoor air quality.  Mold likes damp, dark spaces where there is little air circulation and poor ventilation.  Newly constructed homes

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Humidity Control Needed Year Round In South Florida

Humidity control is an important factor in home comfort.  In South Florida, humidity is a problem year round, and keeping moisture at ideal levels in hot, humid weather is a

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Proper Air Flow is Critical to Maintaining Home Comfort

If you live in a home that was constructed within the last 30 years or so, it’s probably built more airtight for energy-efficiency.  However, this benefit comes at a price. 

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Remote Thermostat Control helps control energy costs

Imagine– you’re on an extended business trip and suddenly you remember that you forgot to turn up the thermostat on your A/C system.  You start thinking about all the energy

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Manage Energy Use from anywhere with this new technology

Advanced technology has come to the HVAC industry in the form of whole house automation.  This concept isn’t entirely new– automated security and lighting systems have been a part of

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