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Home Ventilation
Ventilation is an important aspect of healthy, comfortable living. It creates a flow of air that allows the house to "breathe" and helps prevent moisture build-up year-round. This process of supplying or removing air can be done by infiltration, natural or mechanical ventilation.
- Infiltration: The process by which air leaks into a building through cracks and gaps in the building envelope, especially around windows and doors. When air moves out of a building it is called exfiltration.
- Natural Ventilation: Natural ventilation is unpredictable and unreliable. It is a type of ventilation that depends on natural instead of mechanical means for air movement. Movement is affected by the wind or the difference in temperature from one area to another. Occurs when outdoor air enters through open windows and doors.
- Mechanical Ventilation: A type of ventilation in which air moves by means of a fan or other mechanism. It is controlled and purposeful. Exhaust fans and the use of fans and ductwork are used with mechanical ventilation.
In our efforts to conserve energy, newer homes are being built with limited means of infiltration and other ventilation processes. With inadequate home ventilation, pollutants can build up and become very strong. Mold, mixed with high levels of humidity, are one of the leading problems associated with insufficient ventilation. A mold break out can cause numerous damages, therefore leading to a big dent into your back account.
Other problems with poor ventilation include dust mites, nose and throat irritation, dry skin, carbon monoxide poisoning, allergies and asthma symptoms. It is extremely important that you manage your ventilation. Important components of ventilation include opening windows and doors, using air exchangers; using kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans, using attic ventilation fans, and dryer vents.
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Home Heating Systems
It usually isn’t until we receive our energy bill that we remember how our home
is heated. Heat is often taken for granted because for the most part our heating
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Common A/C Problems
Most air conditioning problems are a result of flawed installation, poor
service, and insufficient maintenance. However, there are several ways to check
for and resolve problems associated with your central air conditioning. Common
problems include the compressor failing to turn on, the air not coming out cool
enough, low airflow, and water leaks.
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Energy Efficient Air Conditioning
In order to get the most out of your air conditioning system, it is important to
understand the different designs, components, and operating principles. Paying
close attention to the proper sizing, selection, installation, maintenance, and
correct use are keys to lowing your overall costs.
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Shopping For New A/C Units
With today’s advanced technology, selecting an air conditioner has become a
complicated task, requiring much research and planning. If you neglect to put
time and energy into selecting the right air conditioner, you will soon pay for
it when you begin to lose money due to a poor choice.
There are several things to consider when shopping for an air conditioner.
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