Whether you are extending your home, finishing a basement, or upgrading your HVAC system, a ductless mini-split system can be the perfect solution for heating and cooling your space. Many people dread the thought of the enormous investment and additional ductwork a traditional HVAC requires, so they often look for a more feasible solution to […]
The Ducts In Your Dayton Home: Do They Need To Be Cleaned, Repaired Or Both?
Duct cleaning may be needed in your Dayton home if the indoor air quality has been declining. You may notice your rooms are more dusty than normal, a foul smell is in your home or your family has recurring respiratory ailments. While these are signs your ductwork may need cleaning or repairs, how do you […]
Don't Let Your Neglected HVAC System Inflame Your Allergies — 3 Maintenance Tips
Throughout the year, dust mites, pollen, fungi spores, bacteria and pet dander build up in the ducts of your heating and cooling system. Many of these particles cause or aggravate allergies. A neglected HVAC system lowers indoor air quality by blowing allergens around the home. If maintenance of the HVAC system is neglected, these allergens […]
Air Duct Cleaning — Just One Of The Specialized Services Ace Hardware Home Services Provides
Ace Hardware Home Services is a leader in HVAC services and air duct cleaning in the Dayton area. As your air ducts will get dirty over time, they will need to be properly maintained and cleaned every three to five years. Over time, they will collect bacteria, fungi and small dust particles that not only reduce air quality in […]
Filter Changes Play A Key Role In Furnace Efficiency
Winter is on its way, bringing snow and cold to Southwest Ohio. No one wants to be caught in a blizzard with a crippled furnace, so now’s a good time to make sure your furnace is ready for the challenge by inspecting the air filter and changing it if necessary.
How Much Focus Should I Put On Maintenance For My System’s Air Handler?
Your air handler plays an important role in the efficiency of your HVAC system. Not only is it instrumental in the proper circulation of conditioned air, it contributes significantly to the maintenance of indoor air quality. Thus, neglecting your air handler can result in compromised energy efficiency, household comfort and air quality.
How To Increase Air Circulation This Summer, And Get A Fresh-Air Feeling With Savings
Indoor air quality refers to the amount of fresh air circulation and quantities of pollutants present in the air inside a building. Many residents are not aware that the air inside their homes is often many times more polluted than exterior air, due to concentrated levels of pollutants that are not sufficiently flushed from the air. The ability of an HVAC system to […]
Key Factors That Contribute To Poor Ductwork Design, And What You Can Do About It
Ductwork design is a crucial part of a good central cooling and heating system, and unfortunately, many contractors cut corners or simply aren’t adept at designing and installing duct systems that work as well as they should. Inferior ductwork design can lead to a lot of problems, including leaks, energy inefficiency, reduced indoor air quality […]
Our Best Energy-Savings Tips Help You Save Money
Chances are, even if you think you’re heating and cooling your home efficiently, there’s still a lot of steps you can take — either on your own or with the help of a professional contractor — to glean more savings on your Dayton area home energy usage.
Why You Should Look At Ventilation Options To Stay Cool
Your home’s ventilation is directly connected to your indoor air quality. Air circulation helps bring fresh air into your home while removing indoor air pollution. As part of your HVAC system, your vents and duct work also help bring conditioned air to all the areas of your home. Not all ventilation systems are ideal for […]
