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Merging Two Homes into One: Tips on HVAC Systems

Hi, my name is Katherine. A few years ago, my family outgrew our current home. However, as we love our neighborhood, we did not want to move. Luckily, the home behind us went into foreclosure, and we were able to buy it very cheaply. Then, we built a hall between the two homes, and ultimately, we merged the HVAC systems of both homes. If you are combining two structures into one, this blog has the tips you need. It helps you decide if merging your systems is the right choice, and if so, it explores tips on how to do that effectively. Please explore and enjoy reading!

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2018

Shading And Your AC Unit: What You Need To Know
Every homeowner is always looking for a way to save money, and it doesn't hurt if homeowners can find a way to conserve energy as well. Unfortunately, when the dead of summer hits, you will need your air conditioner. You want to be able to stay cool, save money, conserve energy, and count on your AC unit to keep working, but how in the world can all of that happen at once?

Easy Ways To Save Money On Commercial Cooling Costs
Running a business is expensive. If you thought you might have an opportunity as a business owner to cut costs in a simple way that doesn't affect day-to-day business operations, wouldn't you jump at the chance? But the fact is that simple cost-cutting solutions already exist and are easily taken advantage of. In 2017, the U.S. Energy Information Administration estimated that the energy used to power air conditioning equipment is the single largest use of electricity in the commercial sector and that 30% of that energy is actually wasted.

4 Heater Maintenance Tips To Prevent Problems With Heating During Winter Months
During the winter months, the heating in your home will be working hard to keep you warm. Heating and air conditioning repair in the early winter months is important to ensure you do not have problems with your heater over the winter months. Here are some tips to help with the maintenance and repairs to ensure you have heating all winter with fewer problems: 1. Prevent Problems with Your Heating by Cleaning It in Fall

Problems With Outdated Household Lighting
In an outdated home, outdated lighting is common. It might not even seem like a very big deal. If you haven't upgraded the lighting in your home in the past several years, though, it's time to see what an electrician can do to help. After all, these are just some of the problems that homeowners can experience when they have outdated lighting in their homes. An Outdated Appearance The most obvious problem with having outdated lighting in your home is the impact it can have on your home's appearance.

Air Conditioner Unit Not Blowing Air? Three Troubleshooting Tips To Try
Air conditioning is definitely a luxury during the hot, long days of summer. Window units or Central Air goes a long way towards lowering the temperature in a building so it's nice and comfortable. It is important that you keep up to date on your AC maintenance annually so it continues to run properly. The last thing you want is to be stuck in the middle of a heat wave without any way to escape the treacherous temperatures.

3 Simple Things You Can Do To Improve The Efficiency Of Your Air Conditioner
An air conditioner is a vital asset in any home during the warm summer months. Keeping your home cooled to a comfortable temperature can use up a lot of energy, resulting in an increase in your monthly utility costs during the winter. Although you probably don't want to live without the services your air conditioner can provide, there are some simple things you can do to help make your air conditioner more efficient (and more cost-effective) this summer.

Store Owners: Why Does Your Commercial Fridge Keep Overheating?
Your refrigerator is one of the most vital commercial appliances in your store. Not only does the fridge keep your perishable products fresh and cold, it ensures that your customers receive the items they need on a daily basis. But if your refrigerator becomes so hot that it shuts off, you can lose more than your products. You could potentially lose customers as well. Learn why your commercial fridge overheats and how to fix the problem below.

AC Problems: Have The HVAC Technicians Fix These Two Things
It can be difficult dealing with an air conditioner that isn't fully functional and efficient. Of course, when you're in the middle of summer and your air conditioner is just slightly malfunctioning, or not running to maximum efficiency, it is hard for most people to get it fixed. Not only do they need to schedule an appointment during the busiest and most expensive season for HVAC repairs, they also need to possibly go a day or two without running the air conditioner.

Your HVAC System Could Be Making Your Allergies Worse
With the arrival of spring comes the arrival of allergies. If you are prone to allergies, your HVAC system could be making your allergies worse by allowing allergens into your home or not properly filtering allergens out. There are some simple things that you can do in order to reduce allergens in your home this spring.  Replace Your Filters Dirty filters are less efficient at doing their job of filtering, and can also cause dust and allergens to spread as they build up on the filters.

Why Won't You Stay On? 3 Signs Your Heater Might Be Short-Cycling
There's nothing worse than turning your heater on only to have it shut off almost instantly. Unfortunately, short cycling can be a regular occurrence when there's a problem with your heater. In fact, short cycling is a common way for furnaces to warn that they need assistance. If your heater is short cycling – turning on and off repeatedly – you need to have it tended to as quickly as possible.