How to Save on Your Water Bill

April 19, 2021

It’s no secret that you can’t live without water, but your budget can dehydrate with high water bills sucking it dry. If you aren’t smart about your water usage habits, you’ll watch some of your cash going down the drain unnecessarily. People work many hours a month just to pay their water bills. Instead of misusing your precious hours, consider educating yourself and becoming savvy about your water usage. 1. Replace Thirsty Appliances The first step to lowering the numbers on your water bills is to use efficient appliances. Old appliances use a lot of water

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Who Invented Air Conditioning?

April 12, 2021

The U.S. government granted the first patent for an air conditioning unit to Wills H. Carrier in 1902. From then, Carrier and other inventors continued to work on the AC to make it better and installable in homes and offices. There are so many people who played a part in the invention of the modern AC, but Carrier gets the most credit. Long Before Carrier Before Willis Carrier, other inventors had tried creating a cooling system. In 1840, John Gorrie, a medic and inventor from California, created a system that would cool

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What Are the Most Common Indoor Air Pollutants?

March 20, 2021

When you think of polluted air, the first thing that comes to mind is usually a big factory pumping out smelly clouds of smoke or old cars releasing exhaust gas. Although outdoor air pollution seems dangerous, indoor air pollution has adverse effects. The first step to ensuring your family’s safety is to understand the problem. Here are the major indoor air pollutants. 1. Biological Pollutants Biological pollutants include mites, pollen, bacteria, viruses, pet saliva, and house dust mites. You can minimize most sources of biological contaminants by maintaining the relative humidity of your home between

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How Does A Ductless Mini-Split System Work?

March 15, 2021

Many homeowners are increasingly opting for a ductless mini-split system. It offers more convenience and energy savings and requires less maintenance than conventional HVAC units. Here is an outline of how the ductless mini-split system works and why you may want to install it in your home. How Ductless Mini-Split Systems Work A ductless mini-split system draws air from the interior to the outdoor compressor unit. Through a series of tubing, the air is moved to the condenser unit, which contains a refrigerant. The air circulates through the refrigerant until it loses heat.

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Why Does My Bathroom Smell Like Sewage?

March 8, 2021

The bathroom is one of the most sensitive parts of the house. Every homeowner will go to great lengths to ensure that their bathroom is clean and smelling fresh. However, even with the best care, a shower room may experience problems that are out of the homeowner’s reach, like a sewerage smell coming out of the bathroom drains. Other than the discomfort caused by the smell, sewerage gases pose a severe health risk to your family and should be addressed immediately. Fortunately, some of the fixes to the problems are simple, and you can do them yourself.

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Signs Of Poor Indoor Air Quality

February 20, 2021

One of the common causes of illnesses or poor health in commercial buildings and homes is low indoor air quality. Many individuals think that remaining indoors is one of the best ways to prevent air pollution. However, according to the EPA’s research, the air circulating in some indoor areas might be more contaminated than the outdoor air. If you have ever walked into a commercial space or house and started feeling stifled or irritated in your throat or eyes, it could be due to air quality issues. Low air quality can have a big impact on

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How Often Should You Get HVAC Maintenance?

February 15, 2021

The comfortability of your home largely depends on the condition of your HVAC system. The majority of homeowners put off the idea of having their HVAC systems routinely checked, sometimes due to lack of information, while others pass it over knowingly. Just as your car, your HVAC system requires routine maintenance checks. A properly-maintained HVAC system is more efficient and will consume less fuel, saving you a lot of money on your monthly utility bills. Additionally, preventative HVAC maintenance will extend your system’s lifespan and minimize the possibility of regular breakdowns that result in costly repairs or

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Can Too Much Rain Cause Plumbing Problems?

February 11, 2021

Rain is all fun and games until it turns into a disaster that wreaks havoc in your home. Light pours give one a pleasant feeling, particularly after extended periods of drought. But hard and ephemeral or torrential downpours can turn your living space into a mess. Too much rain can cause a ton of problems in your plumbing system. Flooding isn’t your only concern. From leaking roofs to burst pipes and sewer backups, there is no telling when and where the problem might occur next. Of course, you may think that your pipes or

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How often should you clean your air ducts?

January 22, 2021

In recent years, many homeowners have embraced the use of an HVAC system. This is because of their many benefits in providing desirable atmospheric conditions. Nevertheless, these benefits may come with an increase in expenses due to breakages, leakages, and constant system upgrades. However, you can enjoy these services for a long time with proper maintenance. You only need to understand the HVAC system components and how to take good care of them. What Are the Functions of HVAC Air Ducts? Your HVAC System consists of indoor and outdoor units. Air ducts are part of a

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What is NATE Certification?

January 10, 2021

When comparing various HVAC companies, you may notice that the websites of these companies often have a logo that says “NATE” on it. You may wonder what this stands for and why companies choose to feature this logo on their website. Ultimately, the bottom line is that if you’re going to have any work done on your HVAC system in your Sacramento home, you need to use a company that uses this logo and can verify that they’ve earned it. To further explain what NATE means, check out this guide from Gallagher's Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning. What Does NATE Stand For?

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