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Does Insulation Really Help Keep Your Home Cool?

Many homeowners living in warm climates spend more money than they would like on air conditioning. Poor indoor insulation causes energy to be wasted, which pushes these costs even higher. MightyServ provides affordable insulation to maintain a cool indoor temperature when the weather is hot. The secret to successful insulation is heat flow resistance. Measured by R-value (or thermal resistance), we install the most suitable insulation for your particular property. Save Energy by Sealing Duct Work Numerous homes have inadequate airflow and leaky ductwork. This will cause rooms to be uncomfortably humid, irrespective of your thermostat settings. Our engineers might suggest sealing the ductwork in your home with metal tape, spray on sealant, or mastic. This balances the duct system and facilitates maximum airflow to every room. In addition, performing ductwork insulation in crawlspaces, basements and attics can help keep your home cool and comfortable. Regulate the Temperature by Insulating Your Attic We offer both sprayed in and blown in attic insulation. There are many benefits to blown in attic insulation, such as the use of cellulose — which is an eco friendly material. This procedure keeps your property’s structure intact, and is non invasive. At the same time, it

July 15, 2015 No Comments

Energy Saving Technologies for Your Business

MightyServ appreciates the fact that heating, ventilation and air conditioning accounts for over 50 percent of your energy bill. In a bid to help businesses to minimize their energy consumption and increase their energy savings, we can implement any of the following energy saving technologies: Thermal Energy Storage In commercial establishments, the electricity tariff is designed in such a way that the cost per unit during peak hours (normal working hours) is much higher than off-peak rates. We can help you implement a thermal energy storage technology that makes use of affordable electricity at night and stores the cooling energy for use during peak hours, when the unit cost of electricity is highest. This is done by freezing water at night. During normal working hours, the chilled water or ice is used to cool the business premise. The energy savings attributed to thermal energy storage can be quite significant, so every business owner needs to consider implementing the technology. Adjustable Speed Drives (ASD) Speed drives are sophisticated electronic devices designed to control the speed of motors based on user settings, programmed instructions or demand. When your HVAC needs are minimal, the ASD can reduce the speed of blower and fan

July 8, 2015 No Comments

How Humidity Affects Air Conditioning and Heating

Humidity plays a major role in home comfort throughout the year. Excessively high or low moisture levels may greatly increase the cost of operating an HVAC system. They can also create other problems, such as musty smells. Fortunately, sophisticated heating and cooling equipment features dehumidifiers and humidifiers that maximize comfort at an affordable cost. How Humidity Affects Air Conditioning During hot weather, humid air creates an unpleasant, muggy atmosphere. This makes it feel considerably warmer, and people become more likely to sweat without heavy exertion. Windows may get foggy and the air might seem musty or clammy. This situation could result in higher energy bills that fail to yield sufficient indoor comfort. It may also promote mold growth in extreme circumstances. One of the main reasons that air conditioners work better than fans is that they extract humidity from the air. Unfortunately, many systems cannot adequately perform this task in very humid conditions. This problem may be exacerbated by an unnecessarily large air conditioner. The good news is that dehumidifiers can be integrated into HVAC systems in a way that reliably and automatically eliminates humidity. How Humidity Affects Heating The cooler months bring weather that often has the opposite effect. Low humidity

June 25, 2015 No Comments

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

June 18, 2015 No Comments

Regular Commercial HVAC Maintenance Saves Money

Timely and regular preventative maintenance of any machine will protect it from unnecessary wear and tear that may prove costly in the long run. HVAC systems are an integral part of any office or business. They keep us fresh and provide comfortable atmosphere to work in. These systems are also subjected to a lot of stress when they work. Hence, it is vital that these systems are properly serviced and maintained at regular intervals to avoid excessive damage to their parts which also leads to improvement in the overall efficiency. Call Today To Schedule Your Commercial HVAC Maintenance Visit (818) 348-4768 Avoid Costly Electric Bills For Your Business An efficient and properly working HVAC system will also consume less electricity meaning you will have to pay less towards energy charges. When regular maintenance is avoided or is neglected, small problems in the system may creep and become huge — leading to unexpected shutdowns and costly repairs. It is suggested that HVAC systems are at least inspected twice a year so that their efficiency can be restored and any maintenance due can be performed. Learn More About Our Commercial HVAC Services What’s Included in a Preventative Maintenance Visit? During maintenance, a

June 11, 2015 No Comments

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

June 4, 2015 No Comments

The Difference Between Manual Thermostats and Electrical Thermostats

A thermostat is a temperature–sensitive device that turns HVAC systems on and off when the temperature of an environment reaches a preset level. Essentially, it turns on the air conditioning when it gets too warm, or the heating when it gets too chilly. Thermostats control the workings of comfort systems by directing energy to the appropriate system when needed. When selecting a thermostat, property owners can either go for simple manual thermostats or sophisticated electronic thermostats that provide improved functionality and highly efficient operations. Thanks to the easy to understand packaging and universal compatibility, choosing a thermostat is easy. Systems that Use a ThermostatSingle–stage heating systems have one electrical or gas heating device, which may consist of a heater or an AC device as well. Most units that use natural gas provide single–stage heating. Usually, a single–stage thermostat should have room for three wires if the system handles heating only. However, if the system handles heating and cooling, the thermostat will have to accommodate five wires or less. Multi–stage systems have a standard electrical or gas heating device as well as an emergency and/or auxiliary heating device. The emergency or auxiliary heating kicks in when temperatures drop faster than the

January 18, 2015 No Comments

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Does Insulation Really Help Keep Your Home Cool?

Energy Saving Technologies for Your Business

How Humidity Affects Air Conditioning and Heating

Debunking Indoor Air Quality Myths & Facts

Regular Commercial HVAC Maintenance Saves Money

5 Home Cooling Myths You Need To Know

The Difference Between Manual Thermostats and Electrical Thermostats

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