Will a Dehumidifier Improve My Indoor Air Quality?

June 10th, 2024
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The humidity is no joke in Florida. It affects everything! It also makes our lush green palm trees and beautiful flowers possible, which we’re grateful for. But that doesn’t mean we want a humid atmosphere or lush green mold ecosystem inside our homes! Too much humidity can cause a wide variety of problems, and keeping indoor humidity at an ideal level has many benefits.

What level of humidity is ideal? How can we keep that level of humidity throughout a home? What are the benefits? Will keeping the humidity lower in your home improve your indoor air quality? We’ve got all these answers and more. Read on!

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Have You Gotten Your AC Maintenance Done Yet?

May 27th, 2024
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Surely you’re already using your air conditioner. It’s getting hot out there! But did you manage to squeeze in an AC maintenance appointment before the heat hit? If not, you might be wondering if it’s still worth it. Should you schedule AC maintenance now, even though the ideal spring maintenance season has passed? Yes, definitely! We’ll explain why.

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Signs that Your Ductless AC System Needs Repair

May 13th, 2024
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When something goes wrong with an air conditioner, it needs prompt attention. If you allow the system to struggle for too long with an unrepaired problem, the issue can get worse quickly. This can lead to a complete breakdown, which is the last thing you want to deal with during a heatwave in the middle of a Florida summer!

The question is, how can you tell as soon as possible that something is starting to go wrong? There are some key signs you’ll notice when any kind of AC system needs repair, and some that are specific to ductless systems. Here’s what to watch for.

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Get Ready for Your HVAC Replacement Appointment

April 15th, 2024

Your HVAC system is like the heart and lungs of your home. It’s absolutely critical, whether it’s summer and you need AC, or it’s winter and you need heat. It can even include things like a dehumidifier or an air purifier. So you don’t want to be caught unprepared when some portion of that critical system needs to be replaced.

Having as much information as possible in advance can help you make decisions about when to schedule something as important as a furnace or air conditioner replacement. How long does it take to replace a heating or AC system? What do you need to do to prepare for the installation appointment? We’ll give you the facts. If you have any questions about HVAC replacement in Navarre, FL, we’d be delighted to provide you with answers.

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The One Major Red Flag That It’s Time to Replace Your Air Conditioner

April 1st, 2024
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Our air conditioners here in Florida have a hard job to do. Temperatures are high and summers are long. Even so, with regular maintenance, an air conditioner can last more than a decade. If your air conditioner is getting on in years, you’re probably starting to wonder when you’ll need to replace it. 

You don’t want to spend money on AC replacement too soon if it’s not necessary, but you don’t want to put it off until it breaks down completely. Where is the line? How can you tell when it’s time to get a new air conditioner? We’ll try to make that as simple as possible for you. Here’s what you need to know.

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What Really Happens During Ductless AC Maintenance

March 18th, 2024
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You probably know that you should schedule AC maintenance before the weather heats up. You’ve surely been told that it will keep your air conditioner from having as many problems, saving you from breakdowns or repair needs. You might even know that it will help your air conditioner run more efficiently, so your electric bill won’t creep up and up, and that it will maximize your air conditioner’s life expectancy.

But you might have a better understanding of traditional AC maintenance than ductless maintenance. If you have a ductless system, what maintenance does it need? Is it different from central AC maintenance? What is the process of ductless AC maintenance like? Let’s explain!

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How a UV Air Purifier Helps You Sleep Better at Night

March 4th, 2024
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Indoor air quality has a major impact on people’s wellbeing. Breathing in contaminants and allergens can have serious consequences for respiratory systems, causing an increase in allergy and asthma symptoms and general irritation of the lungs, nose, and throat, and even the eyes. But poor-quality air can have other impacts, too.

Did you know that when indoor air quality is improved, people’s quality of sleep is improved as well? Imagine being able to breathe more freely and avoid germs and irritants and illness while also getting better sleep at night and more energy during the day! A UV air purifier can give you all these benefits. How does purified air help you sleep better at night? Here’s the scoop.

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Uncommon Problems That Lead to a Broken Heater

February 19th, 2024
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When it comes to heating repair needs, we’ve seen it all! But there are some problems we see much less often than others. Issues like a broken fan (or failure in the motor that powers that fan) are everyday occurrences for us. But on occasion, we have the opportunity to deal with something much more unusual.

What strange things can happen in your home that cause your heating system to fail? Here are some of the most unusual ones.

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How Long Does an Electric Furnace Installation Really Take?

February 5th, 2024
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You’ve decided it’s time to replace your old furnace. Congratulations! We’re certain you’ll be happier and more comfortable with a new one. And since furnace efficiency has improved in the last couple of decades since you bought your old one, you’ll be pleased with your utility bills now, too. But furnace replacement is a bit complicated and mysterious to the average homeowner.

We’d like to help demystify this process and answer some of the most important questions about furnace replacement. What are the steps of electric furnace installation? What can you do to prepare? And how long will it take? Read on for all the details.

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The Unmistakable Sign That Your Old Furnace Has to Go

January 22nd, 2024
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Toward the end of the life of a furnace, homeowners sometimes spend a lot of time and mental energy wrestling with the decision of when to replace it. Of course, if you could get by for a couple more winters, it would feel like a waste to get a new furnace now. But if you wait until it’s completely broken down, you’ll have to rush the replacement so you don’t freeze!

If only there was some way to know whether you should get rid of that old furnace now or try to keep it running, huh? Well, we’ve got some information for you. There’s one thing that means your furnace absolutely must be replaced. Simple, right? Well, it’s a little more complex than that. We’ll explain.

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