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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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Reasons To Avoid DIY Furnace Repairs

Posted on November 15, 2022

Many homeowners think they can save money by fixing furnace issues using DIY guidelines and toolkits. While this may translate to considerable savings in the short term, they will have to spend a significant amount of money on extensive repairs or replacements over time. Here are some reasons it isn't advisable to engage in DIY furnace repairs. Lack of Tools and Expertise Repairing a furnace requires diagnostic equipment and special tools. [Read More]

Does Your AC Smell Bad When You Turn It On? Here Are Some Possible Causes

Posted on October 27, 2022

There is nothing worse than turning on your air conditioner in the hot summer heat, only for it to blow smelly air through the home. Worse, you will be forced to turn it off, leaving your home uncomfortable and with no way of beating the heat. Hence, if you are dealing with a foul AC smell, you will need intervention from a residential air conditioning repair professional. Still, you may want to understand why your unit has a stench coming out of it and how an expert will help. [Read More]

Using Performance To Determine When You Need A New Air Conditioner

Posted on October 10, 2022

Some people wait for their air conditioner to reach a certain age, such as 10 or 12, and then they just have it replaced. This is an okay approach to take. It does ensure you're never running an AC unit that's too old or inefficient. However, this approach ignores the fact that some air conditioners are sturdier and last longer than others. Your air conditioner might have many years of good use, and you won't know that if you just replace it when it reaches a decade. [Read More]

Tips To Prepare Your Commercial HVAC For Fall

Posted on September 21, 2022

With the cool weather associated with fall, you want to ensure your commercial HVAC is ready to supply the needed heat. Many of the preparation tips won't take much of your time. Besides, the preparation processes let you identify other issues that may require professional inspection and repair by an HVAC services company.  Here are the top ways to prepare your commercial HVAC for the fall weather. Protect Your Compressor [Read More]