Is Your Old Air Conditioner Costing You Money? Replacing your air conditioner is a big investment, and many people think that in order to save money, they need to use the old AC for as long as possible, even until it dies. However, if you are using an old air conditioner, it might be costing you more than you think. …
High humidity levels in your home will generally lead you to set your thermostat at a lower temperature. The hot, humid air of July is what we think of when someone mentions the “dog days of summer”. We are used to the meteorologists talking about not only the forecasted temperature, but also the “heat index”. Simply put, when the humidity…
Why is it essential to monitor indoor air quality? It is mainly for the customer’s health and satisfaction. Unclean air can lead to serious health problems such as irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat, headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and respiratory and heart disease. These are caused by radon, VOC (“Volatile organic compounds are organic chemicals that have a high vapor…
In hot times such as these, you and your family will want a way to cool down from the scorching heat. Going inside, you are immediately met with a rush of cold air. You can thank your thermostat! A thermostat is a device that tells your system to adjust the temperature of the air in your home. So whether you…
Every so often, wildlife makes its mark on a homeowner’s heating and air system. Blue Ridge Heating and Air is not a wildlife removal company, but we find ourselves having to do so on occasion, as long as we feel safe doing so. This past spring, we performed a preventive maintenance on an air conditioner and gas furnace for a…
I’m sure we all know about seasonal allergies. The pollen, or perhaps the falling leaves are usually to blame for our excessive sniffling and coughing. But what if I told you that the air inside of your home is actually 2-5 times worse than outdoor air? Yes, many of your allergies come from the air in your own home. Luckily,…
4 Signs Of A Furnace Gas Leak That You Need To Know Gas furnaces are a popular choice for heating homes, especially and we see a lot of them in our area. While they offer an efficient way to heat homes, like any other appliance, they can develop issues over time. One of the most dangerous problems related to furnaces…
While we would all love a home comfort system that you just set and forget without an additional thought, unfortunately, that is not the case. First and foremost, for the continued optimal operation of your system, seasonal maintenance is a must. Having your system serviced by a professional every year will help you maintain an energy-efficient HVAC system. That is…
Duct cleaning is a service that tends to draw some extreme opinions from people. “It’s a waste of money. It’s a scam! Don’t advertise your duct cleaning scams in our Facebook group.” …on and on. We’ve heard different opinions from customers, as well as other HVAC contractors. We want to let you know what we actually think, and what you…
Air filters can be hard to keep up with. They need to be replaced often, and many people don’t believe that they’re necessary to replace. But this is not true; in fact, the benefits of replacing an air filter go beyond just making the air a bit cleaner. They not only improve the air quality inside your house, but keeping…
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