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A guide to hvac packaged systems

The right heating and cooling system can make a major difference in the comfort level of your home as well as your monthly energy bill. Depending on your heating and cooling needs, a packaged system may work best for some spaces. Before you invest in a new system for your home or office, consider the merits of an HVAC packaged system from a well-known brand such as Carrier. What Makes An HVAC Packaged System Different? A packaged HVAC system is a form of centralized heating and air conditioning. Instead of a system featuring a distinct furnace and air conditioner, a packaged system combines both functions within a single unit. Like a traditional centralized air conditioning system, a packaged system features an outdoor unit with an indoor coil and may also include a heat pump used for heating and cooling. Common types of packaged systems include: Packaged Heat Pumps Featuring a heat pump and an air handler, this type of unit delivers heating and cooling needs in areas that rarely experience below-freezing temperatures. Packaged Air Conditioners These completely electric systems feature an air handler and an air conditioning unit and offer heating and cooling capabilities. Packaged Gas And Electric Systems If

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Just how much money do you spend?

Ever wondered how much money you spend each year on keeping your home comfortable? Have you ever looked at your energy bill and thought to yourself I need to lower my bill? Here are two things that just might surprise you. Don’t worry, we’re here to help. Give us a call today and we will be more than happy to come to your home or office to help ease your mind. Just How Much Money Do You Spend?

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What to Do For the 4th of July in Los Angeles?

At MightyServ Heating & Cooling, we love Independence day! There’s nothing better than the summertime. The feels of the sun as it lays on your skin, the smell of the grill cooking, lemonade stands and the laughter of children, we love it all. And Independence Day falls right in the middle of summer and it brings us all together as a country – and of course we get to play with fireworks too. We’ve compiled a list of some fun events and activities around the Los Angeles area for you all. From our family to yours — have a safe and happy Independence Day! Pacific Palisades Fourth of July Parade Take the trip to the Palisades for an Independence Day beach party! Starting around 2 PM, skydivers will dive down from the heavens to kick off this festival, starting with the massive parade down Sunset Boulevard. Admission is to the parade is free, but for $50 you can get a VIP grandstand ticket. After the parade comes a concert and then a fantastic fireworks show! Tickets are $10 for each of those events. Pacific Palisades Monday, July 4th Pacific Palisades Fourth of July Parade America Fest 4th of July at

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The benefits of going ductless

If there’s one thing people hate it’s a large utility bill. That shock of a large payment just to maintain a comfortable temperature in the home is something that has frustrated people since central air became used. Depending on the home and the setup of the HVAC system, the traditional forced-air system with its mazes of ductwork, might not be the best option. Central Air Disadvantages The drawbacks of a forced-air system aren’t limited to just a large bill. As any homeowner with central air knows, not all parts of the house will receive the same level of cooling and passive heat loss/gain from the environment. Uneven heating and cooling has led to numerous fights over control of the thermostat. You house will lose and gain heat naturally. And that heat loss doesn’t happen homogenously across the entire home, either. Rooms that share a wall with the outside sun-facing walls will naturally gain heat faster and the rooms that don’t receive sun will lose heat faster in winter. To change the temperature in one room requires you to adjust the thermostat and cool the entire house for that single room. It’s not a terribly efficient way of doing things. Speaking

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Indoor Air Quality a Rising Concern For Home Buyers

Many potential home buyers are actively looking to relocate in the spring and summer months, and this makes the warmer months of the year a very busy time for the real estate market. If you have decided to buy an existing home or build your dream home, indoor air quality is something that should be a priority. There are ways you can ensure that your future home is healthy and safe for all the members of your family by dealing with these concerns before you make a buying decision. Indoor Air Concerns for New Home Buyers When you decide to purchase a new home, you give yourself the best opportunity to ensure that your indoor air quality is healthy. During the past 10 years, home builders have noted that consumers have been asking for “green” building materials more often. They want to buy homes built with flooring, cabinet materials and other products that are environmentally sustainable and free from dangerous chemicals. Bamboo is a popular choice for flooring, and it is an example of an environmentally friendly building product. Reclaimed oak, which is usually found locally, is another one, and is a better choice than traditional oak for flooring when

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8 Easy Ways to Boost Your Home’s Value

There are a number of ways you can increase the value of your home without spending a fortune. The items on this list are not difficult, and most of them can be completed for a few hundred dollars or less. The exterior of your home gets dirty and grimy over the winter, and can even attract mold. To make it look clean and bright, have it professionally power washed by a licensed contractor. Once the work is done, your home will look much more attractive. An easy way to add value to your home is to update its exterior. Painting the front door a bright color, updating its hardware and replacing outdated an outdated light fixture can go a long way toward increasing the value of your home. Clear out any weeds and trim shrubs and trees on your front lawn. Plant some bright flowers near the front door. You can add flower beds, hang plants, or place attractive pots or flower boxes, depending on your preference and the style of your home. Steel entry doors are not only stylish, but they also help to keep you, your family and possessions safe and secure. Change out the existing door for

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Extreme Weather Can Affect the Air in Your Home

Extreme weather events can negatively impact indoor air quality, which may lead to serious health consequences. With weather events such as heat waves, storms and floods increasing in recent years, air quality should be on every homeowner’s radar. Higher Temperatures Bring Air Quality Problems Intense heat waves can make it miserable to be outdoors, but it can also create problems for those who stay indoors. Heat may trigger various events that threaten indoor air quality. Heat increases the production of pollen, which gets into the air both indoors and outdoors. A good air filter should remove most of the pollen from your indoor air, but a significant increase in the overall amount of pollen will increase the amount that makes it through the filter and into your home. Rising temperatures, and the associated rise in energy costs, inspire many homeowners to improve their weatherization. However, the nature of weatherization—limiting the movement of air between indoors and outdoors—can worsen air quality problems. Super efficient and weather-tight homes rely entirely on mechanical systems for fresh air, and any problems in those systems can send indoor air quality plummeting. Air Quality Threats From Storms and Flooding Violent storms that cause brownouts or blackouts

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How to Keep Mold Out of Your Workplace HVAC System

Mold is a dreaded contaminant for home and business alike. Just the hint of mold in your HVAC system probably makes you nervous. Clean up requires skilled professionals and it can cost a lot to make sure every last bit is gone. Instead of facing that situation, you can take preventative steps to keep mold out of your HVAC and out of the air you and your employees breathe. Rely on Professional HVAC Installation and Maintenance If an HVAC system is not installed well, if corners are cut, you could be facing a situation in which mold-growth is inevitable. Poor installation can mean leaks and misuse of insulation and sealants to keep moisture out of the system. The equipment that gets installed can also be a source of mold, so be sure a professional is taking care of your installation and inspects every piece before it goes in. Keep an Eye on Ducts No matter where the mold may be growing within your HVAC system, it is the ducts that spread it around and make your workplace dangerous for you and your workers. It’s important to check the ducts and vents regularly to be sure there is no mold growth.

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Energy Efficiency Tips for Your Business

Energy efficiency means saving money, and when you own a business saving money anywhere you can is important. With just a few simple tips you can make sure that your business HVAC systems are running efficiently and that you aren’t paying more in your monthly energy bills than you should be. Start with Energy-Saving Products If you are replacing an HVAC system, or building from the ground up, spend the extra money to get a system that is energy efficient. While this equipment costs more up front, it will save you a ton of money in the long run. Invest in Insulation Insulation is another place where you can spend up front, but get savings over time. A building that is well insulated will require less heating in the winter and cooling in the summer. Your HVAC system will run less often and cost you less money. Use a Programmable Thermostat A programmable thermostat is a great investment for energy efficiency. You get better control over how warm or cool your workspace is and you can set it to run less when no one is at work. Make sure your employees are allowed to dress comfortably so they aren’t tempted

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An Overview of Carrier® Cor Thermostats

Technological advances have led to a multitude of options for controlling temperatures in your home. Among the most popular innovations is the Wi-Fi-enabled thermostat, which gives you the ability to wirelessly control household temperatures with an app installed on your smartphone, tablet, laptop computer or desktop computer. The Carrier® Cor thermostat is a relatively new Wi-Fi thermostat with a well-rounded feature set. Let’s look at some of the highlights of this device. What Do Wi-Fi-Enabled Thermostats Do? A Wi-Fi-enabled thermostat has something called an IP (Internet protocol) connection, which allows it to receive commands from wireless signals that pass through your household’s Wi-Fi modem. With this type of thermostat installed in your home, you can enter temperature control commands from any location within range of your modem’s signals. The complexity of the commands you can issue depends on the make and model of thermostat you purchase. Some products give you comprehensive control over temperature-related functions. Features of the Carrier Cor Thermostat The Carrier Cor has a number of features that make it an appealing option for homeowners seeking a full selection of temperature controls. The feature list starts with the unit itself, which is built around a color touch screen and

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