Having your ducts cleaned periodically can have a great impact on the indoor air quality as well as advancing the overall comfort level of your home. Dust, dander, mold spores and even critters can accumulate inside the ductwork and pass back into your home, polluting the air you breathe. These unwanted materials can also coat […]
Improve Your Furnace Efficiency — Change Filters Regularly
Though they are often overlooked, your furnace filter is a key player in maintaining the efficiency of your furnace. If you neglect the filter, you may notice a spike in your heating costs and changes in the overall performance of your heating system.
Precise Control Of Your Heating And Cooling With A Programmable Thermostat
Precise control of the heating and cooling of your home can be achieved by using a programmable thermostat. These advanced thermostats are a convenient way to control your indoor air quality while you’re away from home but they can also save you money on your monthly energy costs.
Worried About Summer Allergy Season? Here’s How To Advance Your Indoor Air Quality
The summer allergy season can be stressful for people who suffer from allergy symptoms such as runny nose, cough, sore throat and itchy eyes. In southwest Ohio, the warm weather can bring some real and irritating symptoms for allergy sufferers, and while retreating to the indoors is recommended to alleviate symptoms, air quality inside the […]
Ace Hardware Home Services’s Top Tips For Summer Energy Savings In Ohio
When your household is energy efficient, it takes far less energy consumption to provide the same level of summer comfort. What does that mean? It means you spend less on energy costs, freeing up extra cash for fun summer activities.
HVAC System Components: Air Handler Options For Single Or Variable Speed
The air handler is a crucial component of any central HVAC system. It performs two vital functions: first, it extracts heat from your indoor air through a specialized coil, and second, it contains a blower that delivers conditioned air to the various rooms in your home. For many years, only one type of air handler […]
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 […]
If You Know What MERV Ratings Mean You Can Use Air Filters To Your Advantage
Clean air filters keep your home comfort system running at peak efficiency. Regularly cleaned/replaced filters also make your entire home comfort system last longer. And of course, clean air filters keep your air clean, while dirty, clogged ones aren’t up to the job.
Go To The Source And Improve Indoor Air Quality
Bad odors in your home are not only annoying to live with, but also represent a threat to your health. Bad odors often come from sources that lower the air quality in your home. Poor air quality can lead to serious health problems for you and your family members. In fact, the federal EPA states […]
Planned Maintenance Means Solid Service
How many times have you put off — or forgotten all about — scheduling your annual preventive maintenance appointment? You don’t have to think about it if you have an annual maintenance agreement with your contractor. They’ll call you when it’s time to schedule an appointment, so you can be sure your heating and cooling […]