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When I was a kid, we lived in a home that didn't have a central furnace. Instead, we relied heavily on a wood burning stove to supply our home with the heat we needed for the long winter. I have some fond memories of sitting around the furnace and enjoying family time, but it was frustrating trying to keep the furnace stocked with wood to keep us warm and toasty. This blog is all about maintaining and servicing any type of furnace so you can keep it running well and heating your family home successfully. Thanks for stopping by, and I hope you visit regularly.
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Don't Lose Your Air Conditioner To Sludge: 4 Ways To Prevent Grime Buildup
Your air conditioner should last you up to 15 years, and no less than 10 years. However, air conditioners die premature deaths all the time. One of the main culprits of early death is sludge, the grimy, slimy substance that's known to accumulate in all parts of your air conditioning unit, including the plumbing. To keep your unit running great for years to come, you must do all you can to remove sludge buildup in a timely manner.
Two Common Heating Problems Wood Burning Stoves Pose New Homeowners
Many homeowners who buy homes and install wood burning stoves are often idealistic about how these stoves work. They envision a beautiful fire, and the warmth that accompanies their new, rustic-style heating unit. However, many people are shocked to find out that these heating systems do occasionally have some problems that you will need to deal with. Even though these systems are rustic and date back to the days of homesteading, they do require some maintenance and upkeep, as well as a knowledge of how to use them.
Water Heater Getting Old? 3 Signs It Needs To Be Repaired Or Replaced
You likely take your hot water for granted each time you take a shower, wash your hands, and do your dishes. If your water heater is getting old, however, you need to ensure it stays running so you can keep your hot water. Below are some signs that the water heater may be having problems and needs to be repaired. There are also signs that you need to replace the water heater with a new, updated one.
Get Your Window Air Conditioning System Ready For Spring
As you prepare your home for spring and warm weather, you need to make sure that your window air conditioning system is ready to go.
#1 Clean The Filter
The first thing you need to do is remove the air filter from your window air conditioning unit. It should slide right into your machine on the top of your unit. Just grab it and pull it out.
Once you pull it out, rinse it in your bathtub gently with warm water and dish soap.
Noises To Listen For When Turning On Your AC This Summer
With the arrival of summer comes the need to keep your home cool and comfortable. Firing up the AC after a long winter's hiatus can be a bit unnerving if you are greeted by an odd noise coming from your unit. The following guide can help diagnose the noise your central AC is making so you can get it back to running smoothly as soon as possible.
Clicking noises after startup
Commercial AC Air-Handler Maintenance to Assist with Low Airflow
If you have a large office or manufacturing building with a central air-conditioning system, then you may not think about your cooling system all that much as long as cool air blows through your vents. However, if you have recently started to notice that less cool air is being pushed through your building, then it may be time to start investigating whether or not your AC system needs a bit of assistance.
Tired of Cold Drafts in Your House During the Winter When Your Heater Is Running? Consider Upgrading to Radiant Heating
When you live in a climate with harsh winters, and your home has a dated HVAC system, it is likely that there is an uneven distribution of heat in your house. This can be frustrating as you move about your home and walk into cold pockets of air when the heat is running. Instead of resorting to placing space heaters around the house to make up for the lack of warmth in certain rooms, consider upgrading your HVAC system with a radiant-heating system underneath your flooring.
How to Winterize Your Air Conditioner and Prepare Your Furnace for Winter Use
As autumn's cooler temperatures arrive, it is time to winterize your air conditioner and get your furnace ready for heating your home. Here are some instructions to winterize an outside AC unit and a window AC unit as well as steps you can take to prepare your furnace for use.
Winterize Your Air Conditioner
If you have a window AC unit, unplug it and remove the filter. Wash the filter with soap and warm water.
When Should You Keep Your AC On High?
If you love to feel the cool air blasting out of your vents during the hot summer months, then you probably love your air conditioner. However, air conditioning can get quite pricey if you want your home to remain as cool as possible for several months at a time. If you have noticed your electricity bills rising, then it may be wise to raise the temperature in your home to about 78 degrees Fahrenheit.
Frugal Living Guide To Keeping Your Energy Bills Bargain-Basement Low
If you're truly dedicated to frugal living, you're probably already implementing a lot of the common energy-saving tips out there. Likely, you keep your home temperature warmer during the summer and cooler during the winter, take shorter showers, and unplug your electronics when they're not in use. But there's always room to go even lower with your energy bills! Here are some super frugal ways to get your bills lower than low.