You have no doubt heard about how poor the outdoor air quality can be in the Bay Area, but you might not always think about the air quality in your home. Whether it’s due to dust and mold in your air or from a lack of heater maintenance, the air in your home can be as bad as a smoggy day outside. Let’s take a look at some of the more common causes of poor indoor air quality and what you can do to prevent them. Continue reading
No one even likes to think about their ducts being dirty and dusty, but the thought of mice living in the ductwork just sounds awful. Unfortunately, your ducts can make a pretty inviting home to rodents. Here’s what to know about rodents in your ducts and who to call for A/C repair in San Jose. Continue reading
Ideally, your air conditioner should be serviced regularly if you want to keep it working when you need it. However, you still need to know when to have your system serviced. While you might be tempted to only call an AC service only when your unit is breaking down, those kinds of repair bills will get expensive. You might have fewer visits from an HVAC contractor, but you will end up paying more for a functional air conditioner in the long run. Continue reading
Many people are under the assumption that it’s cheaper to install an air conditioner in the winter. While there are deals to be had, there are also many other considerations that can increase the price of installation. Certainly, it can be better to install an air conditioner in the winter than in the summer, when demand is higher. If you need HVAC repair in the Bay Area, contact a professional. Continue reading
Spring is approaching, which means you may need to get your air conditioning service done before the warmer weather. Bay Area homeowners may have a long list of projects they wish to tackle once Spring truly arrives. So let’s plan to get the AC unit ready for summer as a priority! This is especially if you wish to get your Bay Area air conditioning repair done before the first heat wave arrives! Some tasks are DIY, like removing winter covers, clearing debris and changing filters. But deeper inspections should be conducted by HVAC services for Bay Area. Continue reading
Although many homes have a ‘don’t touch that dial’ policy in place once optimal household settings have been achieved, making some minor adjustments can actually help improve the quality of your sleep and that of your family. Of course, a programmable thermostat with AC, heating and fan options presents homeowners with the best choices for features and the ability to experiment. Even better is a HVAC system that divides different areas of your home into different HVAC zones. If your home doesn’t have this kind of controllable thermostat, a Bay Area HVAC specialist can help install one.
When it comes to proper air conditioning system maintenance practices, certain signs of wear and tear are a bit more obvious than others. You should make yourself aware of some of the warning signs that your HVAC system emits, and take care of the problem before it seriously reduces your AC unit’s efficiency. Continue reading
