Air filters are a central, but often under-appreciated part of a central HVAC system. They don’t just filter out bits of pollen and dust that would otherwise circulate through the home and lower indoor air quality. They also provide a first line of defense against larger objects such as bits of loose insulation being [...]
Is it Normal for a Central Air Conditioner to Run Constantly? It’s summer time and your central AC is running non-stop. Is this normal? Well, because it’s hotter outside, it’s normal for a central air conditioner to run without cycling on and off as often. Also, running with fewer cycles (turning on and off) [...]
Do you turn the A/C on or off? With summer in full swing, homeowners are leaving their homes for long-awaited vacations filled with warm weather activities. As you prep your home for the time away, it's important to plan for how you will manage certain systems in the home during your vacation. In this post, we'll [...]
Hot air is the last thing you want from your home’s AC unit. But don’t worry just yet, we’ve got your back. Truth is, there are a ton of different variables that lead to warm air blowing out of your air conditioner. Before calling an AC repair company, here are 5 common causes to [...]
Here in North Carolina, it seems we have two seasons: winter and summer. We sometimes go from frigid temperatures and very active use of our furnace or boiler system right into blazing heat and regular use of our air conditioners. You and many other homeowners will seek relief from the heat that only comes from your central air conditioning system. [...]
Try these tips when the humidity creeps up on you. You know it when excess home moisture raises its ugly head. You’ll spot foggy windows, smell a mildew or musty odor, or your skin feels clammy. If it has been around for a while it had the chance [...]
Tips to Stay Cool on the 4th of July With the temperatures high in the triangle, your air conditioner is going to work hard this summer. So why run it more than you absolutely need to? With the 4th of July just around the corner, many of us are going to be hosting barbecues, watching [...]
HVAC Maintenance Tips for Pet Owners in Raleigh NC If you are a pet owner, you already know that pets can affect your life in unusual ways. But being woken up in the wee hours of dawn for a romp in the backyard isn’t the only thing you should be concerned about. Pets, especially [...]
Have you ever taken a close look at your HVAC filters when replacing them? If so, you may have noticed that each filter has a MERV rating -- and this number has important implications. MERV stands for “minimum efficiency reporting value” and the MERV rating is a measure of how effectively a filter removes [...]
Heating and cooling systems are an important aspect of every home – they affect your comfort and energy consumption significantly! Homeowners have many heating and air conditioning questions as they get to know their homes’ systems, troubleshoot them, and work to conserve energy. The HVAC.com Resource Center holds the answers to many common heating [...]