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What is a Gas Pack?

One type of packaged HVAC system is called a gas pack. It consists of everything you need to heat and cool your residence or building. A gas pack system comes equipped with a gas heater, air conditioner and evaporator coil.
Installing a gas pack system is a good option

How to Make my Home Smell Better in the Summer

Summer scents may be fresh cut grass, salty beach breezes and sunscreen. These smells can be difficult to recreate or even, according to some, fine only in moderation. You can pick fresh scents for your home during summer heat waves. Think of citrus and fresh plants or herbs.

3 Allergy (Pollen) Seasons of North Carolina

Tips for allergy sufferers in North Carolina

What Does HVAC Stand For?

The acronym “HVAC” stands for “heating, ventilation, and air conditioning”.
In the industry we hear this term thrown around often and many customers might know that the “H” stands for heat, or that the “AC” stands for air conditioning, but the “V” is what throws people the most. It’s the ventilation that is process of exchanging air in a space and is in most cases exchanging air in ones entire home. That forced air exchange is what makes HVAC so effective. Imagine how chill some rooms would get in the winter time if there was just one heat source like a wood stove in one corner of a 3,000 sqft home if you will. The extra heat needed to be created in the immediate vicinity of the stove would have to be quite hot in order to warm up the air in the far corners of the complete home. 

The process of this exchanging of air has a great side effect. Not only are you getting fresh clean air, but it also removes humidity in a home which contributes in a large way to felt comfort when it comes to room temperature. In fact in many areas of the country many home owners cool homes with just dehumidifying the interior living space. 

The Benefits of Variable Speed Components in Air Conditioning

You may have already heard about the efficiency of variable speed compressors. These features represent the latest in HVAC tech, a variable speed compressor is a gigantic leap forward for achieving optimal power savings and comfort indoors.

Still want to know the difference between variable speed, two stage, and “traditional,” single stage air conditioning, here’s the simple answer: Variable speed is the best. Hands down.

Read along and we’ll give you the complete low down on this topic. 

Should I Have The Fan On My Thermostat Set to On or Auto?

The fan setting on your thermostat manages your HVAC’s system blower. The blower aids distribute hot or cool air throughout your residence till the temperature level on the thermostat is reached. There are two settings on your thermostat to manage the fan – auto or on.

AUTO indicates that the fan turns on automatically only when your system is warming or cooling air. As soon as the thermostat gets to the preferred temperature level, the entire system shuts down up until the next cycle.
ON means that the fan is constantly on and also blowing air when your HEATING AND COOLING system is not heating or cooling. This does has some advantages even though it uses more power to keep the fan going.

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Running Your Fan Continuous in Your HVAC Air Handler

Running your fan on AUTO or ON is an individual preference. We’ve offered pros and cons of each setting alternative, so you can make a decision which one is best for you.

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