Listed below are a few of the routine maintenance items that should be performed by a certified heating system professional on a forced-air system. And remember, before the technician begins the maintenance process, they should always begin by turning off the electric power supply to the equipment. The systems fan should be cleaned along with the fan motor. The motor should be lubricated regularly to maintain the proper airflow required for smooth operation. While checking the fan motor, the fan speed should be checked as well. A systems performance can be hindered by incorrect pulley settings, loose fan belts, or … more info
The first tip that we provided was caulking, which is the best method for sealing cracks, gaps, or joints less than 1-quarter-inch wide in various places throughout your home or building, including around windows and door frames. Our second tip to winterizing your home or building is replacing or installing weatherstripping to seal air leaks around movable joints, such as windows or doors. Weatherstripping is usually made of felt, foam, vinyl, rubber or metal. It is very effective in eliminating or at least significantly reducing air-drafts, which ultimately lowers your air conditioning and heating costs. Like caulking, it is easy … more info
There are several simple do-it-yourself things you can do to weatherize your home or business. Anyone willing to put in a few extra hours and purchase a few minor supplies at your local hardware store can make a huge difference in reducing your energy costs, improving your air conditioning unit’s efficiency and improving the air comfort level inside your home or business. Implementing these tips could be one of the simplest, yet most impactful things you can do to benefit your home or business all winter. Tip #1 – Caulking to Eliminate Air Leaks Caulking is one of the most … more info
Even though the weather throughout Central Florida over the past few months has been very mild, we still have about 6-8 weeks of potential cold weather this winter. When the weather gets cold, many residents living in older homes are the ones that are most vulnerable to heat loss. In order to make your living space more comfortable in cold weather, it’s important to winterize your home by creating fewer opportunities for the cold air to enter and the warm air to escape your home. Residents with homes that are not properly sealed and/or poorly insulated are far less comfortable … more info
What are airborne contaminates and what can we do to prevent them? Most people would be surprised to learn that some everyday household items contaminate the air we breathe. These items include: pollen and spores, pet dander, human skin flakes, candle soot, infiltrating dust, viruses, bacteria, and fungi, radon gas, tobacco or wood smoke, cooking smoke and airborne grease and various chemical fumes. With every breathe we breath, millions of airborne particles are taken in. And believe it or not, the smallest of particles are the one that cause the most concern. Viruses, bacteria, smoke and grease are at the … more info
