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If your space always feels stale and sticky, even when the AC is running, learn about HVAC humidity control and why your AC might not be up to the task.
Then we’ll tell you 4 ways you can get an older unit to remove more moisture so your space doesn’t feel like a tropical jungle.
Ceiling fans use much less energy to run than air conditioners, so it would seem obvious that ceiling fans save energy. But in most parts of the country, fans don’t provide enough cooling to replace air conditioners. So the question is really: do ceiling fans save energy when used with air conditioning?
Read on to find out if you can use ceiling fans to reduce energy usage and keep you cooler.
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Most of us know that air quality affects our health. But you may not realize that the air you breathe can impact your sleep. What’s the connection between air quality and sleep? Poor IAQ can reduce how long you sleep at night and also the quality of your sleep.
Keep reading to learn about the relationship between indoor air quality and sleep, and what you can do to improve the air quality in your home so you sleep better.
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If your air conditioning system or your entire HVAC needs replacing, it may be smart to consider a heat pump. But what is a heat pump vs. an air conditioner?
A heat pump is basically an air conditioner that can also work in reverse to provide heat. A heat pump can replace your air conditioner and possibly your heating system as well. But it is important to make sure it’s the right choice for your needs.
Wildfire season is happening already. Will we get wildfire smoke in NYC this year? It seems likely given the windy and dry conditions. There were fires very close to NYC last year, and smoke can travel here from the west coast and Canada thousands of miles away.
Wildfire smoke is smelly, messy and downright dangerous: the EPA states that even short term exposure can cause headaches, eye and sinus irritation, respiratory problems, cardiovascular problems, and even premature death.
Here’s how to protect your family, your health, and your home from wildfire smoke.
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Is your AC not cooling as well as you expect? That’s frustrating. Especially if your system is not old and there’s no obvious repair issue.
You might be falling victim to some myths about air conditioning that are hurting the performance of your system. Today we’re going to debunk those myths and reveal what you need to know to improve air conditioner problems.
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