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June 28, 2017 Air Conditioning

14 Smart Tips to Lower Summer Cooling Bills

Most of us in the greater Chicago area are glad to see the summer months arrive. It means the return of baseball,...

June 21, 2017 Air Conditioning

How You Can Avoid Air Conditioner Air Flow Problems

A lack of air flow is one of the most common problems your heating and cooling system can have. This issue can...

June 21, 2017 Air Conditioning

Do I Need a Humidifier In My Home?

If you feel something isn’t quite right about the air quality in your home, determining the best route back to optimal functionality...

June 14, 2017 Home Improvement

3 Reasons Why a Mismatched HVAC System Costs You More Money

There is a reason HVAC companies refer to their equipment as a “system”. It’s because each component is designed to work in...

June 8, 2017 Heating

Will an Air Purifier Minimize My Allergy Symptoms?

There are plenty of myths about how to best clean the air in your home. Some people believe a good HEPA air filter will do. Others suggest an air purifier. Still others say that perhaps there is nothing you can do, especially when it comes to allergens. The Chicago area has experienced medium to high pollen levels throughout the spring and forecasts call for it to continue. If you or someone in your family suffers from pollen-related allergies, the following...

June 6, 2017 Air Conditioning

4 Important Benefits of Air Conditioning Filter Maintenance

One the easiest, least expensive and most beneficial ways to keep your air conditioner humming along through the summer season is through changing the air conditioning filter and through regular air filter maintenance. Yet, it is amazing how often our HVAC technicians will see an air conditioner filter that has been ignored for far too long. Changing your air conditioner filter is particularly important if you have pets or there is a smoker in your home. Here are four benefits...

May 30, 2017 Air Conditioning

What’s that Smell? Innocent vs. Hazardous Central Air Conditioner Vent Odors

Just like when your Chicago area furnace kicks on for the first time in the fall, when your central air conditioning goes on for the first time in the spring, you may be welcomed with some unknown vent odors. Why does your central air conditioning smell that way? How long will the odor last and is it something that is hazardous? Here’s a look at some common vent odors you may smell from your central air conditioning unit and what...

May 25, 2017 Air Conditioning

The Hidden Dangers of a Clogged Condensate Drain Line on Your AC

In a previous article, we discussed the importance of a good spring cleaning and tune up of home’s air condition system. We mentioned how some bargain HVAC technicians won’t even bother to take the panels off of an AC unit to clean the evaporator coil. This can ultimately defeat the original purpose of a cleaning and tune-up. Another area of concern is your condensate drain and the problems associated with a clogged condensate drain line. Once you understand the purpose...

May 23, 2017 Air Conditioning