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How to Improve Indoor Air Quality

How to Improve Indoor Air Quality

In this article, we will walk through the different dangers present in your indoor air and how to minimize them. Indoor air pollutants fall into three different categories and the solutions to each of them are different. No matter how well you clean the air in your...

Will HVAC Prices Go Down in 2023?

Will HVAC Prices Go Down in 2023?

It's no secret that the cost of living has been on the rise in recent years. From the cost of groceries to the price of gas, it seems like everything is getting more and more expensive. So, when it comes to big-ticket items like heat pumps and air conditioning...

Are Furnaces or Heat Pumps Better in Mass?

Are Furnaces or Heat Pumps Better in Mass?

Is a Heat Pump or Furnace Cheaper? If you're like most people, you want to save money on your energy bills. After all, who doesn't? But what's the best way to do it? Many people in Medford and Winchester think that a heat pump is the cheapest option for heating their...

Air Conditioner Smells and How to Fix Them

Air Conditioner Smells and How to Fix Them

If you've ever wondered why your air conditioner smells, you're not alone. AC units can develop all sorts of smells, and some of them aren't exactly pleasant. In this article, we'll take a look at several of the most common air conditioner smells and what causes them....

How Does a Wall Mounted Air Conditioner Work?

How Does a Wall Mounted Air Conditioner Work?

If you've ever suffered through a summer without air conditioning, a wall mounted AC unit can feel like a lifesaver. Wall mounted air conditioners have become increasingly popular in homes worldwide due to their easy installation and high efficiency. These wall...

HVAC SYSTEM DIAGRAM: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

HVAC SYSTEM DIAGRAM: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

When the weather gets hot and humid, there's nothing better than sitting in your air-conditioned home. But when your AC starts blowing hot air, it can be incredibly frustrating! If you think you need a repair, knowing a little bit about how your AC system works could...

Why Do Air Conditioners Freeze?

Why Do Air Conditioners Freeze?

There are a few reasons air conditioners may freeze in hot weather. One is that the air conditioner is overworked and can’t keep up with the demand. This is more common in areas where there are large temperature swings from day to night or where the air conditioner is...

How Much Electricity Does a Heat Pump Use?

How Much Electricity Does a Heat Pump Use?

A heat pump uses about one-third of the electricity that an electric baseboard heater uses and can cost less than half as much to run as an oil or propane furnace. Heat pumps are able to do this because instead of creating heat like furnaces or boilers do they only...

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