Spring is in the air and that means that most home and property owners are facing a long list of projects and work essential to prepare for the coming seasons. Whether it is tidying up the yard, planting a garden, making outdoor repairs or getting Bay Area air conditioning repair, these must be viewed as essential projects. While many of them are definitely DIY, HVAC services for Bay Area home and property owners should be done by experts.
Are your heating and cooling costs getting out of hand? Before calling for HVAC services in the Bay Area, perhaps you should invest in some energy efficient curtains.
Nearly 50% of your home energy costs are related to the cooling and air in your home. Whether you’re in a new home and finding your bill a bit high or you’ve lived in your home for years, but your bill seems to be rising, you may be in need of Bay Area air conditioning services. There are numerous ways to increase the efficiency of your HVAC system and get those bills to drop in price. Continue reading
When you run your heating unit or air conditioner, it should provide equal heating or cooling throughout your home. If you have a problem with airflow or if some areas of your home are significantly warmer or cooler than others, you may want to read these leading causes of HVAC issues. You may find the first indications that you need Bay Area HVAC repair.
Living near the ocean has its benefits and challenges. You might deal with strong ocean winds. But you can walk on the beach and go fishing any time you want. Your home is also affected by the ocean air. Your Bay Area HVAC unit may corrode earlier than it should because the salt air attracts moisture. Learn more about taking care of your system to get the most out of it. Continue reading
Are you breathing clean air in your home? Of course, you want to! But, you may not be seeing particulates in your indoor air. The National Air Duct Cleaners Association, representing over 1,000 cleaning companies, reports that an average 6-room house collects 40lbs. of dust and allergens in its air ducts each year. Surprising, right? If you need San Jose heater repair or other HVAC services, read about another service you might also be missing.
Winter is here and it’s cold and foggy in the Bay Area, and that means higher heating bills to keep your home warm and cozy. To cut down on costs, here are six HVAC Bay Area maintenance tips that will keep your system in good order and help you save money.
A furnace is an expensive piece of equipment, and for that reason alone you should try to do everything possible to extend its lifespan, so you can get the most out of it. To do that, you should have it tuned up before the cold season each year, and always pay attention to any signs that its performance might be hampered for some reason. Here are some of the signs to look for from a local Bay Area heating services company, Element Home Solutions.
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A skilled and experienced HVAC contractor can be your best friend, if you need a new home comfort system. You’ll also benefit from a reliable HVAC expert if you want to get the best from your existing AC and heating system. Professional maintenance will help extend your system’s life, and ensure that it runs efficiently the entire time. Here’s what to look for when you select an HVAC repair company for system maintenance, repairs, or new installation.
CA State License and Insurance
To qualify for an HVAC contractor’s license in California, a contractor must have 4 years of documented experience and pass exams covering business, law and HVAC topics. Contractors should be bonded and insured for your protection. You can check all this information at the website of the California State License Board, which also lists complaints or judgments against a license. For instance, here is the license/bonding info for our company, Element Home Solutions. If you are looking for Bay Area heating services, make sure they are licensed so you are protected.
Experience and Continuing Education
The best contractors have years of practical experience in the field. The most dedicated, truly expert HVAC contractors keep up with the latest developments in home comfort systems, such as smart home and “green” home features and understand energy efficiency optimization. The best HVAC technicians have also had factory level training from major brands.
Do They Have The Full Range of Services?
Your contractor should have the ability to evaluate your home’s complete heating and cooling needs, and offer all related services needed, to ensure your home is comfortable and energy efficient. In addition to Bay Area HVAC installation, repairs and maintenance, your contractor should offer services like duct cleaning, crawlspace cleaning, attic insulation and more. Top heating and AC contractors are also qualified to help you choose the right, energy-efficient, AC and/or heating system for your home and family needs, which includes properly sizing the system. The contractor should sell/install the most reliable brands.
Look For Terrific References
A good Bay Area HVAC contractor won’t hesitate to put you in touch with recent customers, so you can feel confident in hiring them to work in your home. Be sure to check the references and ask questions about the quality and timeliness of the work. Also learn about (and assess for yourself) the company’s customer focus and communication skills. The contractor should be friendly, open and honest. S/he should be able to clearly explain needed work, offer you options if possible, and complete the job efficiently and completely. Make sure your chosen contractor is Better Business Bureau accredited with an A+ rating.
Discount, Rebate, and Financing Information
The best AC and heating contractors offer HVAC coupons, discounts and specials to save you money on popular Bay Area heating services. They should also keep up with the latest power company rebates or energy efficiency tax credits to make sure you can take advantage of these programs, which change from time to time. Top contractors also provide financing options for qualified customers.
Find out why the Bay Area trusts Element Home Solutions for HVAC services. Contact us today for a free quote on services or call (888) 980-4822 now.
Because of close contact indoors during the cold and flu season, many people experience health issues in the wintertime. However, sickness spread via person-to-person contact is not the only health concern throughout the winter months. You could actually become sick even if you never leave your home. If you do not schedule periodic inspections and air duct cleaning for your home, your Bay Area HVAC system may be the primary source of your health woes.
Once you start up your heating system for the winter, dust and debris that have settled in the duct work will soon be dispersed in the air. When you inhale such particles, your eyes and nasal passages are apt to suffer. If you suddenly have itchy, water eyes or a runny nose, don’t assume that you have a cold. The culprit could be excessive dust from ducts that have not been properly maintained by a professional.
Heating systems that have not been cleaned may also cause respiratory problems. Fungi and bacteria can accumulate in dusty, uncleaned ducts. Respiratory health conditions that result could include asthma, allergies, and Legionnaires ’disease (which is a type of pneumonia that can be deadly).
A dirty HVAC system in your Bay Area home may quickly lead to an increase in energy costs. Many people combat higher bills by keeping the temperature uncomfortably low in their homes. This can result in fatigue and headaches.
Worse yet, if you try to reduce your heating bills by keeping certain rooms closed off (and therefore colder) when not in use, such as your bedrooms, a spike in blood pressure may ensue. This is an effect of your body going from hot to cold. This increase in blood pressure may lead to changes to your heart rhythm, the manifestation of angina, and even heart attacks.
Another important reason to schedule routine HVAC maintenance is the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. Be sure to talk to your Bay Area HVAC team for ways to reduce this risk, such as having carbon monoxide detectors installed.
You might not be able to dodge every cold or flu germ floating around this winter, but you can certainly take steps to ensure that your heater does not make you sick. Elements Home Solutions provides air duct cleaning for Bay Area residents, as well as a variety of other vital HVAC services in the Bay Area. Contact us today for a free quote on air duct inspection and cleaning.
