Category: Air Conditioners

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How Often Should You Clean Your Air Ducts?

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Over the years, we’ve found that this is a common question for homeowners. So is there a hard rule for how often you should clean your air ducts? According to the National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA), the best practice is to clean your ducts every three to five years. Remember, this is a general rule of thumb that is influenced by several factors. Factors That Influence How Often Your Should Clean Your Ducts While the baseline time frame should work for most, some homeowners might need to clean their ducts more frequently. If you fall into any of the…

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3 Household Products That Reduce Indoor Air Quality

Vikas Sethi

Did you know that indoor pollutant levels can be two to five times higher than outdoor levels? With the increase in time spent at home and spring just around the corner, the importance of indoor air quality is more evident. Your home’s indoor air quality can affect not only your breathing but also your sleep. For those with allergies and conditions such as asthma, poor air quality can make being at home uncomfortable. How can you help maintain good indoor air quality? First and foremost, proper HVAC maintenance. This includes changing your filters regularly and scheduling annual maintenance with a professional.  Another way to maintain your…

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COVID-19 Facts vs Fears and How It Affects Indoor Air Quality

Vikas Sethi

With the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) there is a lot of misinformation being spread throughout our communities. The Air Hawk team values our customers and we want to do our part to help you identify facts versus fears. What is COVID-19? Fear: COVID-19 is a man made disease created to boost vaccine sales and control the population. Fact: COVID-19 is a respiratory illness that spreads person to person. It was first identified in December 2019 in Wuhan, China. Similar to the SARS outbreak, which is also a coronavirus, COVID-19 was passed to humans from animals. As this strand of the virus is…

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Ultraviolet Air Treatment for Indoor Air Quality

Vikas Sethi

More people are spending a lot more time at home due to social distancing guidelines. As a result, indoor air quality has become much more important. While changing your air filters and keeping up with HVAC maintenance should still be a priority, there might be an additional way to improve your indoor air quality and potentially reduce the spread of COVID-19. What is a UV Air Treatment System? Did you know that ultraviolet light can neutralize airborne pollutants such as mold, mildew, bacteria, as well as some viruses? An ultraviolet (UV) air treatment system leverages ultraviolet light (UV-C) to destroy indoor air pollutants. Your…

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5 Basic Indoor Air Quality Solutions

Vikas Sethi

Did you know that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ranked indoor air pollution among the top 5 environmental dangers? With everyone spending more time at home, maintaining indoor air quality is a must. We all want to keep our families healthy and breathing quality air. But sometimes we don’t realize the pollutants that can be lurking in our homes. We’ve compiled a few simple tips to help improve your home’s indoor air quality. Reduce Humidity In-home humidity is a common problem in Florida-and it can be quite problematic. High humidity can be a breeding ground for mold. Inhalation of mold…

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5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Central Air Conditioning

Vikas Sethi

You can find many ways to make the most of your existing central air conditioning system. To maximize its cooling capacity and reliability while cutting your electric bills, follow these tips: Outdoor Condenser Remember to clean the outdoor unit from time to time. Trim any plants that are less than three feet away from it; this equipment needs sufficient airflow. At the same time, it’s best if the condenser’s location is shaded by an awning, tree or building. Eliminating Leaks Make sure all of your windows are shut tightly. If an upper sash keeps sliding down slightly, try locking it.…

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Top 5 Technologies That Help Improve Your Air Quality at Home

Vikas Sethi

As technology improves, so does the comfort levels and air quality in our homes. The air quality in your Rocklin, California, the home will be better and healthier with these technology upgrades: Humidifiers Maintaining a comfortable level of humidity in your home is important. If it’s too dry, it can cause irritation in your body, worsen asthma symptoms and even damage your home. Rocklin, California, is a fairly dry place, which makes humidifiers especially useful in its homes. Air Purifiers Air purifiers do what their name suggests: They make your home’s air more pure and healthier. They’re designed to remove…

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What to Consider When Buying an Air Conditioner (Link Roundup)

Vikas Sethi

Gone are days when air conditioners were a luxury, now they have become a necessary amenity.  As you plan for buying an air conditioner (AC) system for your home, there are a few things you need to consider. It’s also important to consult your HVAC service provider before pouring your money into the project. 1. HVAC Efficiency It’s recommended you go for AC units with star rated energy efficiency ratings (EER). The higher the EER, the more efficient the AC unit is. US Department of Energy raised the minimum Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) to 13-14. The average higher efficiency AC systems…

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How to Maintain Your Commercial Air Conditioner in the Spring

Vikas Sethi

Air Conditioning Maintenance As a business owner in Chicago, keeping your commercial building up and running can be expensive. On top of rent, mortgage, or insurance payments, energy bills are a considerable part of your business expenses. Commercial and industrial facilities across the US spend a collective $400 billion on energy every year! Keeping your HVAC system in good operating condition lowers your energy costs, prevents breakdowns, leads to a longer equipment lifespan, and improves the comfort of your employees and customers. These benefits are possible if you make spring AC maintenance a priority for your commercial building. How to Maintain Your Commercial…

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10 Easy Expert Tips on How to Clean and Maintain Your AC Units

Vikas Sethi

Summers in Naperville intense sometimes, and air conditioners are the best way to fight the heat. They may be expensive, but these are great investments for the long run. Furthermore, if regular maintenance and proper repair is done, then these AC units are sure to last longer. Among other services, AC repair Naperville is also offered at Comfort Plus Chicago, so they can be hired for your regular AC unit maintenance. ​Here are 10 tips you can do to keep your AC units cleaned and well-maintained: REGULARLY CLEAN THE FILTERS ​Filters easily get dirty from accumulating all the dust, and…

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Installing Air Conditioners – Is It Just For Experts?

Vikas Sethi

An air conditioning unit is now an essential part of many American households. The great news is that there are various models in the market that these families can choose from. While buying the unit is not difficult, the tougher task is how to install it inside a home. It is vital to have the unit correctly installed from the onset since it has a huge bearing on the actual performance of the air conditioner. Wrong installations can lead to sky-high electric bills, slow cooling, or poor air circulation. Other maintenance problems could also arise out of incorrect installation. Studies…

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