October 24, 2017
Every few years, most of us will want to freshen up the interiors of our homes with a new coat of paint on the walls. Here’s what we need to know about paint fumes and effects on air quality:
October 19, 2017
Orlando allergy sufferers generally experience their worst problems in spring. In fall, allergies are usually less of an issue, at least when it comes to the allergens encountered outside your home.
October 5, 2017
It’s no joke to say that you know what the inside of your home should smell like. That’s why it’s easy to notice unusual smells that could mean potential trouble. If you trace those smells to your heating system, some may be a cause for concern. The following brief list will give you an idea …
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September 21, 2017
The insatiable curiosity of the young, along with a few hazards associated with the HVAC system, are both good reasons to babyproof your HVAC system. The registers or air vents indoors and the outdoor condenser could be harmful to your child, and fortunately, they’re easy to childproof.
September 14, 2017
HVAC protection is particularly important during storm season here in central Florida. Heavy rain and wind pose a distinct danger to certain HVAC components, particularly the outside half of your central air conditioner. This unit incorporates the A/C condenser coil and compressor—usually the most expensive component in the system—as well as vital electronic parts. While …
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September 7, 2017
If an HVAC system needs repair or replacement, can the homeowner rely on home insurance to compensate for the expense? The heating and cooling components installed in your home are one of the biggest investments you’ve made. Sooner or later, normal wear and tear requires repairs and/or an older air conditioner or furnace exceeds its …
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July 27, 2017
If your home’s basement or crawlspace is equipped with a sump pump, don’t make the mistake of taking your protection against water infiltration for granted. Periodic sump pump maintenance is essential to benefit from the protection it gives you against:
July 25, 2017
Your garbage disposal is a pretty handy appliance. It allows you to dispose of small amounts of food waste down the drain, but unfortunately, many homeowners don’t really understand that key word “small.” There’s an inclination to shove anything and everything in large quantities into the disposal, and then homeowners are surprised when the appliance …
June 22, 2017
What’s a common household fire hazard in your home? You might guess a flaming pan on the stove or a short circuit in the wiring. Actually, it’s lint in your clothes dryer. Lint fires cause thousands of household fires every year and result in millions of dollars of property damage. Lint is the tiny fibrous …
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June 13, 2017
Yard work is an important task for keeping your home and property well maintained and beautiful. With plenty of sunshine, moisture and warmer weather, it’s also a year-round chore for many in Central Florida. Whether you work in your yard yourself or hire a landscaping service, it’s important to work safely around your HVAC system …
