Should I Turn Off My Gas Furnace in the Summer?

April 19, 2021

You will not need your gas furnace all summer. You can opt to switch it off or leave it on. If you do not switch off your gas furnace, it continues consuming gas even when the thermostat is turned all the way down. Why Does a Gas Furnace Still Consume Energy in Summer? Even when your thermostat is turned all the way down, the furnace still consumes energy because of the pilot light. Older gas furnaces have a pilot light that burns fuel all the time. The older systems feature a pilot light that ignites

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What Are Ways I Can Conserve Energy?

March 17, 2021

Conserving energy is about more than lowering your utility bills. It’s also about reducing your impact on the environment. You likely have many ways to conserve energy in your home. Turn Off the Lights You should always turn off the lights when you leave a room. If you don’t need them to see, there’s no reason to have them on. Also, replace any incandescent bulbs that you still have with LEDs, which consume a lot less energy and last years longer. Run Your Dishwasher When It’s Full You can conserve energy and

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Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?

February 11, 2021

When winter is finally here and the chilly weather becomes unbearable, the first thing you do is turn on your furnace. But sometimes things don’t work as you expect. Instead of your furnace blowing the desired warm air, it blows cold air. It’s frustrating to have to deal with such malfunctions at a time when you need your unit most. But why would the furnace blow cold air? Here are possible reasons. 1. Thermostat Setting Before going to anything else, check the thermostat setting. Check whether the unit fan is set to ON or AUTO.

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Air purifiers vs Plants

January 21, 2021

You’ve likely heard that plants are good for the environment. The green movement has made many people question their approach to indoor living, including how to clean the air. That’s where the debate over air purifiers versus plants comes in. Comparing the different ways in which they treat the air can help you decide if either one or a combination of both is right for you. Air Quality There are a variety of indoor pollutants, some being more obvious than others. Not only do people track in pollen, but small particles from pets and contaminants

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Should I Be Worried About Carbon Monoxide in My Home?

December 16, 2020

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless and odorless gas created by incomplete combustion of fuels. When inhaled, this gas enters your bloodstream and mixes with hemoglobin, which is the oxygen-carrying component in your blood. The lack of oxygen may cause your body cells and tissues to fail, resulting in breathing complications and eventually death. Among others, possible sources of carbon monoxide in your home include: Boilers Gas Fires Burning charcoal Running cars, petrol-powered generators, and lawnmowers Water Heaters Fireplaces Grills Effects of

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3 Reasons To Use A Humidifier During Flu Season

November 20, 2020

With this year likely to be a serious flu season in Frederick, it’s important to take all the precautions you can to keep you and your family safe. Although eating a balanced diet is one of the most important steps you can take, there are other things you can do as well. A humidifier is can help you protect yourself from catching the flu, and it can also help soothe the symptoms if you do catch it. Here are a few reasons Weather Masters Corp. recommends using a humidifier all season long. 1. A Humidifier Protects Your Nasal Passages

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Understanding the Role of Humidifiers in Heating vs. Cooling

October 10, 2020

Updated May 30th, 2024 Humidifiers are a useful tool to help you heal dry skin or moisturize your nasal passages when you’re overcoming a cold. What you may not realize, though, is that humidifiers can also help increase the temperature of a space. You might wonder why humidifiers are present when heating is desired but not so much when you want to cool down. By understanding the nature of humidity and how it works in the air, you may be better prepared to keep your Frederick home comfortable. Does a

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Smart Thermostats: What Does Recovery Mode Mean?

September 20, 2020

Your smart thermostat is among the essential components of your cooling and heating system. It helps you in programming temperature settings in anticipation of future needs. With current models, you may even achieve this through Wi-Fi connectivity and digital apps. At some point, you may have noticed that your smart thermostat had gone into recovery mode. You may also have wondered what that meant. Let’s find out. What Is a Smart Thermostat? You’ve probably heard of both smart thermostats and programmable thermostats and speculated about the difference. There really is none; they’re

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HVAC and Airborne Viruses: Separating Fact from Fiction

August 8, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has many people considering ways to reduce the risk of transmission. Beyond social distancing, wearing masks, and washing hands, many people want to know if viruses can be circulated or prevented within a residential HVAC system. The case study that brought this to light related to a restaurant outside the United States where it is believed that transmission occurred due to the air conditioning system. Here are five facts to know about viruses and your HVAC system. 1. Proper Ventilation Is Key Ventilation throughout your house is important, not only for preventing you

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How to Connect your New Thermostat to your AC

July 14, 2020

Updated August 8, 2023 The thermostat in your home provides control over air conditioning, heating and ventilation and perhaps even more. Thermostats have evolved at a fast pace over the last couple of decades. Smart thermostats are more accessible and affordable than ever, and organizations like the EPA recommend them as a way of minimizing your energy usage and costs, so you ventured to your local home improvement store and picked out a model you like. Now, you’ve returned home and are left with the prospect of trying to figure out how to connect it. Generally, the

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