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The Rinaldi's Blog
by Scott Hudson, Vice-President
Why Add Solar to your new HVAC system?
Learn why adding solar to your new HVAC system is the easiest way to go solar. Get 30% off your new A/C system with a federal tax credit then enjoy lower monthly energy bills.
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What does R Value Mean in Insulation?
Learn what an R-Value means in insulation and what R-Value your home needs to be at the save money on your energy bills.
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Why Is My Air Conditioner Not Blowing Cold Air?
An air conditioner that does not blow cold air could have any one of a variety of problems. Some of them you can address yourself and some of them may require a professional. Some problems may even necessitate the replacement of the air conditioning unit. Problems You...
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What Size Air Conditioner Do I Need?
Having the right size air conditioner is important for adequately cooling your house. If you don’t have the right size, it may not have enough power to cool everywhere. Or it may make your home too cold if you’ve overestimated the size you need. Too large an air...
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Homeowners: How to Select HVAC Piping Materials
Your HVAC system uses pipes for a number of different purposes. In an A/C, a loop of piping transports both hot and chilled liquid around the system, used for cooling the air that's distributed to your home. In your furnace, pipes bring natural gas to power your...
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Be Prepared for the Heat with Our Summer HVAC Checklist
Another long, humid Florida summer is on the doorstep. Here's a summer HVAC checklist to follow so you're prepared for the heat and enjoy a cool, comfortable home: Adjust Your Thermostat Programming Making seasonal adjustments to your thermostat programming allows you...
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Before You Leave: Follow Our HVAC Vacation Checklist
If you’re like millions of Americans across the country, there’s a good chance that you’re planning a vacation now that the weather has warmed up a bit. To fully prepare for your trip, however, it’s a good idea to make an HVAC vacation checklist so that your energy...
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Soundproof Your HVAC: No More HVAC Noise
When the summer heat and humidity settle in and your cooling system is running day and night, you don't want to have to deal with excessive HVAC noise. While a quiet hum from the equipment and low-level air movement sounds are expected, loud noises are disruptive and...
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HVAC Disposal the Eco-Friendly Way: What You Can Recycle
If you’re upgrading to a new heating and cooling system in your home, HVAC disposal is something to be aware of when it’s time to get rid of the old system. Just leaving components to be picked up on the street as large-item trash, or placing them in a convenient...
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Best Proven Methods to Check for an HVAC Leak
When an HVAC system is functioning properly, its refrigerant level shouldn't drop. That's because the refrigerant isn't consumed or used up – it simply circulates in a sealed loop, absorbing heat from the indoor air through the evaporator coil, and expelling it...
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The Role of a Sealed Combustion Closet in Safe Home Air
If you have a gas water heater or furnace inside your Orlando home, the equipment's operation may be putting your family's health and safety in jeopardy. It's crucial to understand this potential hazard, so you can take measures to ensure you have a healthy and safe...
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A Complete Guide to the Different HVAC Types: Pros and Cons
Shopping for a new HVAC system can be a complicated process. There are a lot of different options out there, and a lot of different features you can choose from. How do you know what kind of system is right for your needs? Here's a guide to help you figure it out....
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How to Celebrate Air Quality Awareness Week as a Homeowner
It's Air Quality Awareness Week! This annual EPA-sponsored event is meant to promote the value of clean air and how to make it better wherever you are. When resting, the average adult breathes about 11,600 quarts of air daily. Everything that’s in the air goes into...
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What All Homeowners Should Know About Ductwork Maintenance and its Benefits
You don't worry much about your ductwork, do you? After all, it's tucked away in the attic, walls or basement, and it seems like there's no real reason to give it a thought. But over time, with all that cold and hot air coming through and year after year of expanding...
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When HVAC and Bugs Collide
Beautiful skies and warm weather aren’t the only things that spring ushers in around Orlando. The advent of spring also brings the bugs back in full force. The eternal pursuit of food and shelter can lead bugs straight into your HVAC system, especially if the...
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Why Homeowners Should Be Aware of Electronic Cigarettes When Controlling Indoor Air Quality
It's well known that smoking tobacco indoors pollutes a home's air supply with numerous chemicals and carcinogens. What about the new trend of vaping electronic cigarettes that's touted as a less hazardous alternative? If you're concerned about air quality in your...
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Simple Ways to Host a Safe Easter Egg Hunt
Easter is coming! One of the most fun annual traditions is the Easter egg hunt. But if you're hosting one in your home for the neighborhood kids, there are a number of concerns, in terms of both comfort and safety. Here are a few tips to help you host a safe Easter...
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A Guide to Using Your Energy Tax Credits
Are you considering making energy efficient improvements and equipment upgrades around your home this year? If so, you may qualify for tax credits, and/or other types of rebates and incentives that can help offset the upfront cost. Here's a helpful guide on different...
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