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the type or fuel used directly effects the efficiency or afue rating for a particular furnace or boiler. afue stands for annual fuel utilization efficiency. the rating that a system has will be represented by a percentage. that percentage corresponds to how much fuel is being used to generate heat and how much is being wasted.
Duct problems, inadequate air sealing or insulation could be the cause.
Does your home suffer from uneven heating and cooling? Do you and your other family members fight over what temperature the thermostat will be set at? If so, your home may benefit from a zoning system. These systems break up your home into multiple areas that can be individually regulated to meet everyone’s comfort needs [...]
When an air handler or furnace is installed in an upright position and circulates air through the side or bottom and out through the top.
Replacing the furnace filter on a regular basis is a big part of standard furnace maintenance especially during the peak winter months. Unfortunately, many homeowners find themselves with a clogged filter and no replacement. The big problem here is that many people decide to leave the filter out of the furnace completely, and secretly promise [...]
You should insulate your home when the following occurs: You are cold in the winter or hot in the summer. Adding insulation creates a more uniform temperature and increases comfort.
the most obvious place to begin your preparations is at the furnace. if your furnace system isn’t in tip-top shape, there is a good chance you will be left out in the cold this winter. begin by having your yearly routine repair performed on the system. a serviceman from your local correction technician furnace and cooling will come out to your house and dissect the furnace and maintaning the main components by hand.
many property owners spend hundreds of dollars on fancy air purifiers in hopes that they will remove unpleasant odors from the air in their homes. however, most air purifiers have no odor removing abilities at all unless they also have an activated carbon filter. your local correction technician offers their home owners some of the most advanced air purifiers on the market, and they are also equipped with activated carbon filters!
Depending on the type of filter you use, you may have to change it more or less frequently than the reminder advises. However, neglecting to change the filter enough can cause serious damage to the furnace and to the air quality in the home.
As we head into May 2010, you will begin to realize that you may be using your air conditioner sooner as this Spring has been unusually warm. Here are a few tips to keep your air conditioner running in good condition. Remember, Preventative Maintenance is key to get the most out of your air conditioning [...]