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Learn About Your HVAC System In Your New Home

If you've just moved into a home that has a central HVAC system and you don't have any experience with these systems, then you want to learn about this type of system by reading this short guide that gives you the basics.  A newer system may have home automation capabilities In order to make sure you are getting the most out of your system that has home automation capabilities, set the system up for home automation so you can control it even when you are away from home by using your phone.

Understanding 3 Common Furnace Pilot Light Problems

If your home has a gas furnace, its steady operation relies heavily on a pilot light that remains lit at all times. Specifically, a pilot light provides the "spark" that is needed to ignite the burners each time your furnace needs to kick on. Unfortunately, problems with your pilot light can result in poor operation or even a lack of heat to your home.  By having a better understanding of common pilot light problems in gas furnaces, you may be able to more easily identify issues when they arise.

3 Things to Know About Water Heater Issues

Most homeowners don't give much thought to their water heaters until they begin to experience problems with them. Sometimes, homeowners may prefer to dismiss what they classify as minor issues, but those issues may not be as minor as they think. Or, the issues can quickly become more serious ones. This short guide will give you information on water heaters that may help you to prevent issues from becoming big problems and offer you other useful information that will help you maintain your water heater.

Repairing The Problems Your Air Conditioner May Experience

There are many different issues that will be able to impact your home's air conditioning system. Unfortunately, the issues that some common air conditioning problems can cause will often go unnoticed until the air conditioning system encounters one of these problems. Debris Inside The Air Conditioner Your home's air conditioning system will have a number of different moving parts, and if large pieces of debris are able to get inside the unit, they can easily cause major damage to these components.

The Limit Switch Protects Your Furnace From Overheating, But The Switch Can Go Bad

Your furnace has a safety switch in it that helps keep you safe and protects the furnace at the same time. The limit switch turns the furnace off if it overheats. It also regulates the blower by turning it on and off at the right temperatures. When the limit switch goes bad, your furnace can't work properly. Here are signs your furnace might have a bad limit switch and the repairs that might be needed.

Possible Reasons Your Ductless Heat Pump Isn't Keeping You Warm

Whether you have a ductless heating system as your main source of heat or as a supplement, you want it to operate properly when it's cold outside. While there are fewer things that can go wrong with a ductless system, it's still possible for one to malfunction and leave you in the cold. Here's a look at what could be wrong if your system isn't putting out heat. Thermostat Trouble

3 Plumbing Issues That Warrant Help From Residential Plumbers

Plumbing issues can cause homeowners a lot of stress, especially if they're pretty severe. Fortunately, residential plumbing services are available. They'll come in handy when the following problems rear their ugly heads.  Leaking Pipes If the pipes in your home are pretty old, they likely have a tendency to leak. Even if there is a small leak, you need to get professional help fast. Otherwise, the leak could cause significant water damage around structures, and then you'd be left paying a fortune.

Expanding Your HVAC System Into A New Addition

Building an addition is a great way to add functionality and resale value to your home. New construction involves a large number of decisions, however, and not all of them are glamorous. Along with designing the fun parts of your new space, you will also have to consider how you will route utilities into the addition. Not only does this mean bringing plumbing and electrical, but it also means expanding your existing HVAC system.

What Should You Maintain On A Commercial HVAC System?

A well-maintained HVAC is a must when it comes to commercial property. When you do not maintain this vital system, you can face major problems that are typically accompanied by a large bill. The last thing you or anyone who may work in your commercial property want to deal with is uncomfortable temperatures due to an outage. Here are some things you can do to help maintain your commercial air conditioning system.

3 Signs You Should Replace Your Thermostat

In order for your heating and air conditioning system to work properly, your thermostat has to work properly. A good thermostat should last for years, but at some point, even the best thermostats have to be replaced. Luckily, this is something that your heating and air conditioning repair technician can help you with. A few signs that you should call your local HVAC company to look into replacing your thermostat are listed here.