Signs Your Thermostat Should Be Repaired

July 16, 2020

Thermostats are typically reliable in all seasons and all types of weather. However, there may come a time when your appliance may need a repair. Let us take a close look at some signs your thermostat should be fixed. Strange Noises For starters, your thermostat needs to be repaired if it is making strange noises. We’ve all heard those mysterious beeps or buzzes that seemingly come from nowhere. A thermostat that is making funny noises likely has connectivity issues. It’s best to seek repair before these noises turn into a more serious problem. Many thermostats make

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Are Humidifiers Good For Your Health

June 12, 2020

Humidifiers are devices that add moisture to your home’s air. They are useful throughout the year as dry air negatively impacts your lungs, lips and nose. These are some of the health benefits of having a humidifier in your home. Help Prevent the Flu A humidifier reduces the likelihood you will catch the flu from someone else in your home. Studies have shown that humidity levels above 40% quickly deactivate viruses spewed into the air from coughs and sneezes. This makes them less likely to infect you. Reduced Snoring People snore less

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How Does Indoor Air Quality Affect Our Health?

May 14, 2020

The air that you breathe can have a significant impact on your health. Therefore, it is important that your home can efficiently replace stale or polluted air with something that is fresher and cleaner. Let’s take a closer look at some of the specific ways that indoor air quality can add or subtract from your overall quality of life. Pollen and Dust Can Exacerbate Your Allergies If you are allergic to pollen, dust or other particles, it is important that they don’t linger in the air that you breathe. It is also important to

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How Air Purifiers Can Better Your Indoor Air

April 14, 2020

When you are home or at the office, you want the air you are breathing to be of good quality. It is one thing to be outside because you have to accept the air quality you have no control over. Inside, however, it is a different story. There are ways to improve the indoor quality. One strategy is to utilize air purifiers. Here are three ways air purifiers can improve indoor air quality, with a focus on the Guardian Air QR+. 1. Remove Air Pollutants from the Air The purpose of an air

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Carbon Monoxide’s Impact on Indoor Air Quality

March 11, 2020

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas. Since you can’t detect it, it can be fatal without you being aware of its present in your home. Here are the ways the gas impacts your indoor air quality Sources of Carbon Monoxide There can be multiple sources of carbon monoxide in your home. These include gas stoves, fireplaces, a furnace, cigarette smoke, and cars idling in the garage. It’s important that all combustion equipment in your home is properly maintained. Cars left idling in a garage are spewing carbon monoxide and other dangerous gases.

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How Does a Furnace Work?

February 11, 2020

Your furnace is likely one of the simplest systems in your home. Despite this, it can be dangerous if installed improperly or if something malfunctions. This is why understanding the system is so important and why it can help you stay warm and safe. Understanding Furnace Basics The idea behind a furnace is to warm air and distribute it throughout the space it serves, be it a commercial building or home. This is simple enough in concept. Here is how it works: It starts with the furnace warming air, usually using natural gas.

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What to Look for In An Air Conditioning Company

February 7, 2017

For most of us, a house represents the largest financial investment we’ll ever make. That means finding a company to handle your AC needs is of utmost importance, as well. The company you pick will be your partner in choosing and maintaining your home’s HVAC unit, which has consequences you might not have thought about. Since cooling and heating can account for almost half of a typical homeowner’s energy costs, making the right decision can have an impact on your financial well-being, in addition to the comfort of you and your family. For years, people in Illinois have trusted Cool Operator

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Should I Continue Repairing My AC Unit?

February 7, 2017

For most of us, a house represents the largest financial investment we’ll ever make. That means finding a company to handle your AC needs is of utmost importance, as well. The company you pick will be your partner in choosing and maintaining your home’s HVAC unit, which has consequences you might not have thought about. Since cooling and heating can account for almost half of a typical homeowner’s energy costs, making the right decision can have an impact on your financial well-being, in addition to the comfort of you and your family. For years, people in Illinois have trusted Cool Operator

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