Is It Normal to Smell Gas Near a Furnace?

Many homeowners in St. Louis rely on gas furnaces for warmth during winters. While this is an affordable way to stay comfortable, gas furnaces can have issues at times, the most common one being an unpleasant smell around the furnace. While a faint smell every time you start the furnace is normal, it can be dangerous if you smell gas near a furnace regularly. Knowing the common causes of the gas smell near the furnace will help you take the … Continue reading Is It Normal to Smell Gas Near a Furnace?

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Why HVAC Safety Checks are Important

Be it your HVAC or any other electrical appliance for that matter, regular safety checks are a must. Carrying out an HVAC safety check at least once a year is not only important for your safety but also for the longevity of the equipment. HVAC safety checks are usually done during your annual maintenance of the HVAC unit. If you have hired a responsible and reliable heating and air conditioner maintenance company, safety checks should ideally be a part of … Continue reading Why HVAC Safety Checks are Important

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Why Furnace Maintenance Matters

For most of us, the furnace is the most neglected part of our HVAC system. We may clean and maintain the air conditioning unit to keep cool in hot summer months, but never consider going a little deeper and getting furnace maintenance done in the fall as well. It is not until we encounter a serious problem with the heating system that we get professional HVAC technicians to have the whole system checked. But the sooner you realize that furnace … Continue reading Why Furnace Maintenance Matters

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3 Common Indoor Air Pollutants that are Easy to Avoid

Many Americans spend most of their time indoors- in the office or at home. According to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), the concentration of indoor air pollutants is 2 to 5 times more than outdoor concentrations. As such, indoor air pollutants cam be more dangerous than outdoor ones. While indoor air pollutants can cause a range of serious health problems, the good news is that you can easily avoid them by following a few simple steps. 3 Key Indoor Air … Continue reading 3 Common Indoor Air Pollutants that are Easy to Avoid

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Fall Allergy Concerns? Learn How Your HVAC System Can Reduce Allergies

Each year in the U.S., over fifty million people suffer from allergies, which are one of the major causes of chronic illnesses. Allergens are present in dust, pollen, and mold. Seasonal allergies caused by sensitivity to dust mites, pollens, or airborne mold spores, tend to get worse in fall, winter, and spring. A well-maintained HVAC system improves air quality, prevents the accumulation of allergens, reduces fall allergy concerns, and enhances the level of comfort inside your home. Read on to … Continue reading Fall Allergy Concerns? Learn How Your HVAC System Can Reduce Allergies

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Why Does My Air Conditioner Need Refrigerant?

While air conditioners are designed to recirculate refrigerant, you may have had an HVAC tech tell you from time to time that your air conditioner needs refrigerant topped off. If you have ever heard this and wondered, “Why does my air conditioner need refrigerant?”, here is what you should know. Refrigerant is the fluid inside your air conditioner that easily changes between liquid and gaseous states. It moves through the condenser as a liquid and enters the evaporator coil, pulling … Continue reading Why Does My Air Conditioner Need Refrigerant?

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Common Signs of an AC Refrigerant Leak

HVAC lines inevitably suffer wear and tear over time. As a result, the refrigerant they contain can leak out. You will then need to identify the source of the leak, perform repair, and refill the unit with refrigerant to the appropriate level. Sometimes, an AC refrigerant leak is discovered only after noticeable signs. At this point, quite a bit of refrigerant may have escaped, adding to the recharge cost. If you suspect that your AC is leaking refrigerant, get in … Continue reading Common Signs of an AC Refrigerant Leak

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Why You Should Care About Indoor Air Quality at Home

When we talk of air quality, the general perception is that all the pollution is only outside your door. We feel invincible when we are inside our homes, don’t we? Like no pollution or contaminants can touch us indoors. But sadly, that is far from the truth. The same air that is outside, flows into your home as well. To add to it, other factors contribute to indoor air quality at home, such as humidity, pets, cleaning chemicals, and more. … Continue reading Why You Should Care About Indoor Air Quality at Home

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Understanding Home Air Filtration and Why You Need It

Understanding Home Air Filtration & Why You Need it

The air inside your home is the air you and your loved ones breathe all the time. While we might be confident that only the air outside is polluted and we are safe indoors, this is not always true. There are a lot of contaminants and pollutants in indoor air as well, which may lead to various health problems. Particularly if someone in your family is highly allergic to airborne allergens or has asthmatic trouble, contaminated air could be a … Continue reading Understanding Home Air Filtration and Why You Need It

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Dangers of Do-It-Yourself HVAC Repair: What to Look Out for

Do-It-Yourself HVAC Repair | Dangers to Avoid

If you are a DIY enthusiast, you probably do most of the repairs around your home or office yourself. When it comes to do-it-yourself HVAC repair, though, there is a lot more technicality involved. The HVAC system is quite complex, with several sensitive parts that you would not want to damage. So, it is important to be cautious and know exactly what you are doing. We recommend leaving it to the professionals for best results. But if you insist on … Continue reading Dangers of Do-It-Yourself HVAC Repair: What to Look Out for

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