How can you distinguish AC condensation from a leak? Some water condensation is typical for air conditioners, especially on hot and humid days when they work overtime. This moisture usually collects in a drip pan or is expelled through a condensate drain line. But if...
Bigger is better when it comes to air conditioning, right? No, not at all. Correct sizing is crucial for efficient operation — too large, and your AC will constantly cycle on and off, wasting energy. Too small and will run non-stop without ever effectively cooling...
Modern non-agrarian humans spend most of their time indoors. But unlike mushrooms, which also thrive in the dark, they need clean, fresh air to be at their best. According to the EPA, “indoor levels of pollutants may be two to five times — and occasionally more...
Looking to save a little scratch this winter? Or this summer in toasty Los Angeles? Have you thought about the air ducts? Yes — the air ducts, those hidden heroes of your HVAC system. Sealing your air ducts can improve energy efficiency by as much as 20 percent,...
We’re used to noises in the kitchen. The whoosh of the dishwasher. The whistle of the teapot. The buzz of the timer. The noshing of the midnight snacker. A little noise from the refrigerator is normal and healthy, but when it starts to bang, bump, and grind,...
