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Air conditioner tune ups can really save homeowners money

The view that a home or business air conditioner tune up saves energy is proven to be true according to technicians regarding easy ways to prevent costly AC breakdowns. For instance, those home and business owners who got an air conditioner spring tune up are now relaxing in comfort during this hot summer season. The main reason for investing in a high-quality AC tune up is to ensure a properly performing AC system that you can depend upon while also saving on the overall cost of cooling one’s home or office building. AC maintenance all important At the end of the day, AC technicians say the best way to keep your home or business air conditioning system working efficiently and reliably is to simply have regular AC maintenance. In turn, the best advice is to hire skilled AC mechanics to perform either a periodic AC tune-up or make needed repairs if your AC system is not working properly. Also, the question about when to get your home or office building AC checked is simply common sense during hot weather conditions. Moreover, the top mechanics – who repair air conditioning units at homes and offices regularly – say most of the

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Air conditioning alert: global alliance and iiar unite

The recent annual IIAR Conference and Exhibition proved promising for two major temperature-controlled industry leaders. A partnership was formed between Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA) and the International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) in an attempt to become the largest team for industrial application of natural refrigeration. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed in the presence of GCCA president, Bill Hudson, and IIAR Chair Brian Marriott. Improving the cold storage end is the ultimate goal behind the newfound partnership. Cold storage warehouses require improved technology to effectively feed the hungry. Ammonia refrigeration could aid in this effort, particularly in third world countries. International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration and Global Cold Chain Alliance agree that maintaining individuality, while working together towards the advancement of refrigeration resources is their main objective.

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Air conditioning expo heats up

Mark your calendars! The 2011 Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Exposition (AHR) is already slated to be the largest air conditioning event in the company’s 80 years of shows. Las Vegas will once again host the AHR Expo and with over 1,300 companies already scheduled for the January 31st through February 2nd event, next year’s show could very well make history. The pumped-up venue stems from the public outcry for increased environmentally friendly air conditioning and heating equipment and a greater selection of energy savings results. The AHR Expo plans to not disappoint. AHR already tops the air conditioning and heating show charts, but organizers are looking to expand even more, by presenting consumers and business owners with a wide variety of options. Over 120 countries have expressed interest in attending next year’s event. The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and the Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI), co-sponsor the event and have touted the 2011 AHR Expo as being one for the record books.

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How to Winterize Your Air Conditioner

Other than the usual functional reasons why you should consider winterizing your air conditioner, many homeowners do it because it helps to save some money in the long run. During the winter season, the only way you can protect your air conditioner is to winterize it. It is one way of ensuring that your air conditioner is prepared for the cold weather. Winterizing your air conditioner technically means preparing it for the cold season ahead. There are several ways in which one can ensure that this is done properly. The first step always involves turning off the system by disconnecting the switch at the breaker panel. When you disconnect the switch, you will be guaranteeing your safety and the safety of the system. This is because the switch can accidentally turn on and cause water to seep into the unit and freeze or it could accidentally electrocute you. In order to prepare your AC for the cold weather you will need a number of things. One of these items includes a garden hose, which will be used to remove any dirt, leaves, twigs, branches and any other debris that may have collect and got stuck to the compressor. Another item

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How to Avoid 90% of All System Failures

Dirt.  Five year olds love it, plants can’t live without it, and you’re breathing it in every day.  Not just breathing it in – you’re paying to inhale the largest cause of your home’s dust and allergy problems. You’re probably thinking that’s an exaggeration.  But the simple truth is that you are paying to run your heating and cooling system, more and more as the weather heats up.  And since dirt is the number one cause of system failure – 90% of all failures, in fact – chances are good that dirt is keeping your system from running at peak efficiency. Before you invest in a family set of gas masks or prepare for a nomadic existence in the Sahara (hey, at least then you won’t be paying for the dirt), you might want to give your heating and cooling professional a call. “Your system works hard,” says MightyServ. “It’s constantly circulating and cooling the air that keeps your family comfortable. Like anything else that works, it gets dirty and has to be cleaned. Scheduling the maintenance for your home’s heating and cooling system is as important as changing the oil in your car – if you don’t do it, eventually

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3 Benefits of Duct Sealing Service

By insulating and sealing your ducts, you can improve the efficiency of your system dramatically. Your conditioned air can easily be thrown back into areas that are not conditioned with proper ducts or ones that are improperly sealed. You will definitely be losing efficiency when this happens. Also, the non-conditioned air will be pulled by the non-sealed ducts and will cause your system to work that much harder to keep the desired humidity and temperature in your home. Different appliances such as furnaces and water heaters can also release gases that are dangerous like carbon monoxide which may then get sucked into the ducts through return ducts that are leaky. With that said, below are 3 benefits of duct sealing services. Energy savings This is usually the most common reason why people look for duct sealing services. When you are saving energy, you are going to lower your energy bills, which means a job that is high quality, can pay for itself over the years in energy savings. It also benefits our environment to conserve energy. The less amount of energy you use to keep your home comfortable, the less of an environmental impact it will have. Comfort Often, you

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Myth Busters: 3 Ideas About Energy Efficiency Debunked!

There are many energy efficiency myths that people believe to be true. Unfortunately, these misguided beliefs are costing the average consumer a lot of money in high utility bills. Below are some simple truths about energy efficiency to bust the myths. Myth 1: More Energy is Consumed When Lights are Switched on and off Several Times than when They are Left on The truth is that energy is used to power light bulbs to produce light, so they do not consume anything when they are switched off. Turning the lights back on simply completes the circuit needed to turn on the light. As far as incandescent, LED and other types of modern light bulbs are concerned, the statement is simply a myth. However, fluorescent lighting tubes usually take a couple of minutes to turn on, so they may consume more energy to turn back on. Therefore, it may make sense to leave them on throughout. Myth 2: An Electric Space Heater can Help Save you Money In some countries, this can be true because other heating fuels like natural gas, propane gas and heating oil are much more expensive compared to electricity costs. In the United States, however, natural gas

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How Is Heating And Cooling Equipment Efficiency Measured?

A lot of people are becoming aware of the need to reduce their carbon footprint and help in efforts to combat global warming. Accordingly, it is important to make sure that your AC system is as efficient as possible. An efficient HVAC system does not only operate better but also saves energy. So, how is heating and cooling equipment efficiency measured? Here are a few ways that you can explore: EER The Energy Efficiency Ratio is designed to give you a rough estimate of how much cooling you will get on your HVAC system for every dollar you spend on energy. The rating is often based on the season’s hottest day other than an average of the entire season. EER is calculated by dividing the total output cooling energy with the incoming electrical energy. The Energy Star The Energy star is provided by the US Environment protection agency and is only awarded to an HVAC system that meets or surpasses the high energy efficiency guidelines. The guidelines are often based on how much the HVAC system contributes to the nationwide efforts to save energy, the difference in cost between the system, and its less efficient counterpart and the performance of

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Debunking Indoor Air Quality Myths & Facts

How many times have you thought about the air you’re breathing? Do you think about it at home? At work? Do you think about it when you’re out shopping? Probably not, but you should be aware that the indoor air quality (IAQ) in both residential and commercial establishments may be very poor, creating a potentially harmful environment. In an effort to help raise awareness, we have put together this overview of common Indoor Air Quality myths and facts that every person should be aware of. Indoor Air Quality Facts: Health Concerns of Poor Indoor Air Quality Poor IAQ can cause a number of health problems, including: allergies, irritation of the eyes, skin, nose and throat, frequent headaches, sinus congestion, dizziness, nausea, hypersensitivity, coughing, sneezing and shortness of breath. Causes of Poor Indoor Air Quality Some common air contaminants that may lower IAQ include: tobacco smoke, mold spores, dust, pet dander, dust mites and carbon monoxide among others. The number and types of indoor air contaminants will vary from one establishment to another. Your home will not have all the same contaminants as your local store, or nearby business. Indoor Air Quality Myths: Air Pollution is an Outdoor Problem When people

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5 Home Cooling Myths You Need To Know

Homeowners and business owners are always looking for ways to use energy more efficiently with the aim of reducing their utility bills while minimizing their carbon footprint at the same time. However, along the way, certain ideas have surfaced about how people believe they ought to use their AC, versus how the AC actually operates. At Canoga Heating and Air Conditioning, formally MightyServ, we want to examine and debunk five commonly held home cooling myths many homeowners fall susceptible to so that they can understand the truth about their heating and cooling systems. Air Conditioners Produce Fresh Air Contrary to what many people believe, ACs do not let in, create, or generate fresh air. Rather, they refrigerate the air within a room. Air conditioning units have a chemical compound called refrigerant, housed within a closed system of coils. The air conditioner forces this refrigerant to evaporate and condense into a gas, and as this happens, it becomes colder. This chemical compound changes from liquid back to gas in a constant cycle through the condenser. While this is happening, a fan moves warm air from the room over the refrigerant–filled coils to cool it. The heat generated by the conversion process

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