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HVAC Hacks: Tips for Novices and New Homeowners

Hello, and welcome to my blog! My name is Keisha, and when my husband was deployed a few years ago, I was not sure how I was going to handle taking care of our home on my own. At first, I panicked every time something small went wrong, but then, I calmed down and learned how to troubleshoot and deal with small issues. The biggest challenge was HVAC issues. I decided to create this blog to help others in the same boat. Whether you are a military spouse on your own for the first time, a new homeowner or just someone looking for tips, you have come to the right place. I am going to fill this blog with HVAC tips and hacks. I hope that it helps, informs and entertains you. Thanks for stopping by!

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Three Reasons Why Your Commercial HVAC Unit May Be Leaking Water
If you notice water leaking out of or around your commercial HVAC unit, a commercial HVAC repair is needed. If water is allowed to continue leaking, it can lead to rust or corrosion developing inside of and on the exterior of the unit. As such,  it may lead to water problems where the HVAC is located. Here are three of the most common reasons why a commercial HVAC unit may be leaking water and what kind of repair is needed to solve the problem.

Answers to 4 First Time AC Installation Questions
Putting in an air conditioner for the first time in an existing home can be a bit challenging, since the infrastructure for a cooling system likely isn't present. The following can help answer some of the questions you may have.  1. Is There an Ideal Season for AC Installation? If you have never had an AC, you may not be aware of the seasonal fluctuations when it comes to AC work.

Tired Of The Heat? Why You Should Install A Central AC Unit This Summer
If you've been talking to an HVAC contractor about installing a new AC, but you're still undecided, it's time to make a decision. Installing a new AC in your home could be one of the best decisions you make, especially where comfort is concerned. Here are just four great reasons to have a new air conditioner installed this summer.  Improve Energy Efficiency If you're trying to reduce your energy costs by using portable fans to cool your home, you might be selling yourself short.

Circuit Breaker Panel Basics: Signs Of Serious Problems
As a homeowner, recognizing and dealing with electrical problems is important. Your home's electrical grid is a vital part of its infrastructure, but it's also a potential safety hazard. When it comes to dealing with your home's electrical circuit, one of the most important components is the circuit breaker panel. Here's what your electrician wants you to know about signs that your breaker panel needs attention. Is Your Breaker Panel Beyond Capacity?

Hurricane Season and Your Air Conditioning: What You Need to Know
With hurricane season rapidly approaching, homeowners who have just moved into hurricane-prone areas are looking for ways to protect their homes and property from damage. One of the things that many homeowners overlook in their hurricane preparation is the air conditioning unit connected to their home. Since the areas most prone to hurricanes are also areas where air conditioning is essential for high summer temperatures, it's important that you do what you can to protect your air conditioning system from an incoming hurricane.

Furnace Installation Projects To Start Planning For Your Home Before Summer Starts
Now that the winter weather has ended, it is a good time to consider updating your heating system. The furnace you have installed can have various design features to improve your heating. You may want to make other improvements to your HVAC when installing a new furnace. The following furnace installation projects are some of the HVAC improvements you should plan before summer: Furnace Upgrades The furnace is the first area where you will want to plan upgrades before the season changes.

3 Ways To Tell That Your Residential Plumbing System Is Due For Repair
Your plumbing system is essential to your home because it allows you to carry out your daily activities. Moreover, it manages your wastewater perfectly, improving hygiene or cleanliness in your home. Although residential plumbing systems are designed to last for decades, they require regular repair and maintenance to boost their efficiency and extend their lifespan. As your plumbing system ages, it may develop issues. As a homeowner, you should invest in timely plumbing repairs to avoid inconveniences in your home and protect your home from water damage.

4 Common Signs That You Need Air Conditioning Services
Air conditioning problems occur when you least expect them. And in many cases, it's when there are extreme weather conditions that your AC system will stop working. Then, you and your family are left sweating due to the high temperatures or shivering due to the cold. But are you aware that many AC breakdowns occur because people ignore the signs, and with time, those signs escalated into a huge problem? Here are the common signs that you need air conditioning services:

Common Problems With Oil-Burning Furnaces
You rely on your oil-burning furnace to provide reliable heating to your home. However, oil-burning furnaces are not infallible and could have problems. This can be a major inconvenience in the middle of the winter when you need it most. Fortunately, a good residential furnace technician can fix most common oil furnace problems. Here are some signs you have an oil furnace problem and when you should call a technician for residential furnace repair.

Commercial Kitchen Range Repairs
For a restaurant, a commercial range can be a critical piece of equipment that may be necessary for the vast majority of the dishes that the establishment will prepare. Problems with the range can have a dire consequence on the restaurant as it could severely impair the ability of the kitchen staff to cook food according to the specifications that your customers will have come to expect. Read on to learn more about commercial range parts and repairs.