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When it comes to protecting your air conditioning system, end of season maintenance is certainly important. Your HVAC system is a major component in the comfort of your home and making sure you take preventative action now can help ensure it will be ready for you when the heat of another summer hits. Fortunately, summer air conditioning maintenance is quick and easy; it is also something that most homeowners will be able to handle on their own. Of course, there are some aspects of HVAC maintenance that should be left to the professionals, such as checking refrigerant levels and tuning up your equipment. At the end of the season, it is a good idea to check the condensate pan to see if there is any water sitting in it. This pan collects water during the normal cooling process, but it is important that it not be left to sit for a prolonged period of time. The drain line should carry the water outdoors, so be sure to check the line for any blockage. Water left in the line or pan could freeze, especially if it is in an uninsulated part of your home or garage. Another important part of A/C
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
As another year comes to a close, millions of Los Angeles residents will reflect on the last twelve months and set the tone for the upcoming year. Setting resolutions for the new year is a practice that dates back to Babylonian times. And while we often look for ways to improve ourselves, let us offer an alternative approach. Consider setting a new year’s resolution for your home! In this article, we propose a trio of ideas to put home improvement at the front of your mind for the coming year. Resolve to Maintain Your Equipment Owning a home in LA comes with responsibility. If you’re like most homeowners, there’s always another leak to fix, window to seal, or wall to patch. But when a home appliance breaks down, there’s no waiting. You have to fix it immediately to bring your home back to working order. And inevitably, these breakdowns happen at the worst time. You can help to prevent breakdowns by prioritizing maintenance. Just like a regular oil change for your car, or a check-up at the dentist, maintenance for your home appliances is key to identifying and resolving any issues that could cause problems later on. Here at MightyServ,
The last thing that you want to happen on one of those hot, summer days — and this being Los Angeles, those days can extend well into November — is to lose the air conditioning in your home. But it happens a lot more than you might think. And it can make for a really miserable day. HVAC systems overheat for a few reasons. But they’re not supposed to, and they won’t if you take a few simple precautions. There are a few simple things that you can do on your own. And there are some things that you’ll want to trust a professional with. A little diligence on your part, some routine maintenance, and having it inspected by a reputable service company on a yearly basis is the best way to keep your air conditioner from overheating. Maintain Airflow Your air conditioner needs a certain amount of airflow to operate effectively. There should be at least two to three feet of space around the condensing unit outside to allow air to circulate. Restricted airflow is a common reason for overheating. You’d want to check around the outside of the unit, making sure that there isn’t anything blocking airflow. Early in the spring,
Many people know that it is important for the U.S. to adopt some measures to help reduce the amount of energy consumed each year. In order to address this problem, back in 2009, the Department of Energy worked with experts in both the utilities and HVAC industries to come up with an effective way of increasing HVAC efficiency standards. The goal was to implement higher standards that would raise annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) ratings from an AFUE of 78 to a new minimum of 90. This increase in HVAC efficiency could make a major impact in reducing energy consumption. The problem, however, was that these new minimum AFUE requirements would inflict a heavy financial burden on many homeowners. In order to comply with the minimum 90 AFUE HVAC efficiency standard, homeowners would need to install a condensing furnace as this is currently the only type of combustible heating unit capable of meeting the required minimum standard. Unfortunately, installing a condensing furnace is not as easy as one might think. This type of furnace has its own unique requirements and would mean homeowners would need extensive retrofitting in order to modify their homes for this type of heating system. Not
The purchase of a new air conditioner or furnace is one of the larger expenses you can expect during your home’s lifetime. If the system you buy does its job properly, you’ll receive the benefits of reliable household heating and cooling. On the other hand, if your new heating or cooling system doesn’t work reliably and efficiently, you may end up paying the price for decades to come. Here are some of the key pitfalls to avoid when purchasing a new residential furnace or AC. Buying a System That’s Too Big or Small Each residential air conditioner and furnace on the market is designed to deliver cooling or heating to a home of a certain size and layout. Unfortunately, many consumers mistakenly purchase a system that’s too large or too small for their home. Potential consequences of this mistake include early furnace or AC failure, unnecessarily steep monthly utility costs and a perpetually uncomfortable building interior. Failing to Check Your HVAC Contractor’s Background No matter where you live in the U.S., you probably have access to a number of skilled and reputable heating and cooling contractors. Unfortunately, you also likely have access to disreputable contractors who do such things as
Big news! MightyServ has once again secured the title of Readers’ Choice Award from local news provider, The Daily News. Eight Years in a Row for MightyServ The Readers’ Choice Award annually recognizes the very best businesses in Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. For the last two decades, The Daily News has scoured the LA area for the best business in multiple different categories. They ask readers to nominate their favorite business, and editors narrow the nominations to five finalists in each category. Then, the finalists go head-to-head in an online vote. Since 2012, MightyServ has taken the title as the best air conditioning & heating company. We are proud to have clinched the title once again in 2019 – that makes it eight years straight! The MightyServ Difference Since 1963, we have been providing dependable HVAC services to families across the San Fernando valley. As a family-owned company, we know the importance of personal touch. So we treat all our customers like family. with friendly technicians and on-time service. Many of our customers have trusted us with their heating and air conditioning for more than twenty years! At MightyServ, formally MightyServ, our goal is to deliver top-of-the-line customer
You’ve probably heard of the smart thermostat. You may even know someone who uses this device in their house. But do you really know how it can benefit your home? It’s about more than just keeping your home at a comfortable temperature. In this post, we’ll discuss how using a smart thermostat can benefit you and your home comfort. Smart Thermostat Benefits So you’re thinking about switching to a smart thermostat? Here are just a few of the benefits you can enjoy with this: Save energy One of the greatest benefits of switching to a smart thermostat is the energy savings! Depending on your current home comfort habits, using a smart thermostat to manage and automate your home climate can help you save a significant amount on your monthly energy costs by helping you use your HVAC system more efficiently Stay comfortable A smart thermostat makes it even easier and more convenient to keep your home comfortable. These easy-to-use devices make programming your home climate to fit your schedule simple and stress-free. You can even adjust the temperature from your smart device to account for any fluctuations in temperature throughout the year. Analyze your energy usage Many smart thermostat devices
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