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My Heater Smells Funny — Should I be Worried?
HVAC systems emit odors from time to time, primarily due to the dust that collects on the heat exchanger and air ducts after the unit has been left idle for a while. As soon as you turn on the furnace,…
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Heating
Why is My Heater Making Strange Sounds?
Keeping your heating system well-maintained is essential to extending its lifespan while also improving energy efficiency for your home. However, a heater can begin to make strange sounds over time. Always inspecting the source of these sounds is important to…
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Heating
Why Indoor Air Quality Can Be Worse in Winter
Despite the flurry of beautiful white snow associated with falling temperatures, maintaining good indoor air quality is actually a lot harder during winter. This is because of dry heated air and reduced ventilation, among other things. Often overlooked, this is…
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Indoor Air Quality
Are Energy Star Appliances Worth It?
As old appliances die, you can replace them with Energy Star rated appliances, which can help reduce your family’s greenhouse gas emissions and save you money. If you would like to find out how much energy your old appliances are…
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Energy Saving Tips
Is UV Treatment Effective at Eliminating Viruses?
UV lights can kill many kinds of germs and viruses. Ultraviolet light has more energy than visible light and radio waves but less energy than gamma rays or X-rays. The sun emits UV radiation, and other sources include man-made instruments…
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UV Treatment
When Should I Get a Home Energy Audit?
If you want to determine your HVAC system’s energy efficiency, a home energy audit can help. A home energy audit can identify the causes of energy loss in your house that result in huge energy bills. It also provides you…
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Energy Audit