When Should You Get An HVAC Inspection
It’s important to understand that HVAC encompasses more than just air conditioning. HVAC stands for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. All three components play a vital role in making your home or business a comfortable environment. Your property is likely equipped with a range of HVAC appliances, making it essential to stay mindful of when these systems require inspection and maintenance.
What Should Your A/C Be Set At This Summer?
Everyone seems to have an opinion on how low the indoor temperature should be during the summer when running the air conditioning.
While the standard room temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit is commonly favored by many, others argue for higher settings, particularly when it’s hotter outside. Recently, while inspecting a rented house, we saw that the tenant had set their air conditioning to a frigid 55 degrees! (more…)
3 Tips to Cooler Central Air Conditioning
Are you struggling with an inefficient central air conditioning system that fails to combat the scorching heat and maintain a cool indoor environment? When you set your thermostat to a comfortable 75 degrees, does your air conditioner struggle all day long to achieve that temperature? Fret not, as we have three “Handy” tips to enhance the performance of your central air conditioning system, and the best part is that two of them are do-it-yourself solutions! (more…)
Your HVAC System Needs A Spring Cleaning Too
Spring is a time for new beginnings. For many people, that means getting the yard prepped for approaching Summer picnics and deep interior cleaning. While working through your Spring cleaning checklist, remember your HVAC system! (more…)
How Windows Affect the Efficiency of Your HVAC System
During cold weather, HVAC systems can run efficiently, and you may not feel the need to open a window. However, when it’s hot or stuffy, people inevitably want to open a window in order to let the fresh air in. It’s important to be wary, as windows can affect the efficiency of your HVAC system.
6 Sounds You Don’t Want To Hear From Your Air Conditioning or Furnace
In the Spring, it’s surprising how quickly we adjust the thermostat; From giving us a little heat in the morning to take the chill out of the house, to switching on the air conditioning to combat the afternoon heat. Even if your furnace has been working well throughout the winter, if you start to hear one of these SIX sounds, you may have a problem and should contact your Handyside HVAC professionals before it turns into a large repair bill.
What To Do When Everyone Fights Over The Thermostat
Do people in your home fight over the thermostat setting? In many homes, especially split-level homes, someone is either too hot or too cold, and no one is happy.
5 Tips to Extend the Life of Your HVAC System
Your home’s HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Condition) system runs around the clock, 24/7, all year long. You can’t expect it to last forever.