If your gas furnace hasn't been heating up your home as it usually does and you notice that water is accumulating on your basement floor, the condensate pipe needs to be unclogged. Dust and debris often get stuck in this part, causing serious backups and improper heating. The following steps will teach you how to easily clean this pipe out. Use The Following Items vinyl tarp shop vacuum cleaner duct tape rubber gloves tube brush soapy water sponge water hose towels screwdriver Clean The Interior End Of The Pipe
High humidity within your home can increase your energy bills, damage your furniture and the interior of your home, and pose a significant health risk for those with respiratory diseases. Identifying if your home has become too humid and then taking steps to reduce that humidity can allow you to reduce the adverse effects of high interior humidity. Warning Signs Condensation: If you notice moisture building up on mirrors and windows within your home, there is a high concentration of water in the air.
When purchasing a new heating system for your home, the length of the warranty that accompanies this system will likely play an important role in your decision regarding which system to buy. However, what you may not realize is that the life of this warranty can be cut drastically short if you fail to live up to any of the responsibilities set forth for you in the terms of the warranty.
If the sweet relief a functioning air conditioner can provide from a hot summer day is of value to you, then proper air conditioning maintenance is a must. With the average national cost of replacing an air conditioning unit being $5,000 (with most homeowners reporting they pay between $3,500 and $7,000), keeping your unit running properly is a good way to stay cold and save money. Here are three things you should know how to do when it comes to caring for your air conditioning unit in the future.
If you have added space to your home with an addition or by finishing a basement area, this area of your home may not have heating and cooling. This means that your existing system may need to be expanded to efficiently cool your home. Here are some affordable ways that you can get the heating and cooling that you need in the new living space in your home: 1. Using Ductless HVAC To Expand The Air Conditioning
My name is Maura, and I am certified in HVAC installation and repair. I have many clients who call me in a panic because they have turned on their air conditioners and nothing has happened. Your air conditioning technician will get to you as soon as possible, but there are some steps you can take while you are waiting. You might just find that you are able to fix the problem on your own, although you will still want to have a professional assess the situation. In this blog I will take you through some common reasons your air conditioner might not be working and show you some easy temporary solutions.