Heating and Air Fayetteville

A Guide to Cooling Tower Maintenance

Danielle Vinci — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 16:05:35 GMT

Cooling towers are a critical part of many commercial and industrial buildings because they rely heavily on them for cooling. To prevent these massive systems from failing it is important you prioritize regular maintenance. Why Is Cooling Tower Maintenance Important?

AC Repair: What you need to know

Nic Rardin — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 21:05:00 GMT

Late spring and summer put HVAC technicians in high demand. As temperatures rise, homeowners rely on their central air conditioning system on a regular basis. When cool air isn’t flowing from the vents, an air conditioner repair may be needed. Unless you’re a trained HVAC technician, we don’t recommend opening your unit and testing or […]

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How to Clean Mold in Window AC Unit

Nic Rardin — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 15:51:00 GMT

Do you smell that? If your air conditioner is putting out more than chilled air, you may be dealing with mold in your AC unit. A damp or musty odor is often the first non-visible sign that there may be mold in air conditioner parts you can’t immediately see. Tackling the issue has far more […]

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Rid Your Systems of Struvite and Vivianite

Danielle Vinci — Thu, 15 Jul 2021 17:25:45 GMT

What is Struvite or vivianite? Struvite is formed when ammonia, phosphate, and magnesium come together to precipitate and initiate Struvite crystallization. Struvite can present itself as a white, brown, or yellowish hardened substance.

Is it Time to Replace the Air Conditioner Capacitor?

Nic Rardin — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 18:23:57 GMT

After spending time in the summer sun, the most refreshing experience is to open your front door and feel a wave of cool air welcome you home. One of the primary parts of your HVAC system that makes the crisp air possible is the air conditioner capacitor. The AC capacitor is the spark that powers […]

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Tent Air Conditioners: Best Portable Air Conditioners for Camping

Nic Rardin — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 14:50:04 GMT

If the great outdoors is calling you this summer, we’re going to help you enjoy the journey without all the heat. We’ll walk you through the benefits of a tent air conditioner, what to look for as you shop for the best model, and what you can really expect when you hit the trail with […]

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Do Explosion-Proof Vacuums Matter?

Danielle Vinci — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 16:26:42 GMT

The combustive power of airborne particles, like dust, is astounding. Explosions of combustible dust can potentially destroy an entire factory. As the 2008 Imperial Sugar refinery catastrophe demonstrated, dust explosions usually follow a similar pattern – a small blast disperses accumulated dust into a cloud, igniting and fueling a powerful chain of secondary explosions.

Whole House Humidifiers and Portable Humidifiers: The best humidifiers for your home

Nic Rardin — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 16:07:51 GMT

Constantly living and breathing in dry air can affect your skin and respiratory health. A whole house humidifier offers a number of benefits, like relieving the discomfort of dry throat and lips and alleviating cracks to your wood furniture or floors. While the benefits of humidifiers for home are plenty, you need to know which one […]

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Attic Furnaces: Why would you put a furnace in your attic?

Nic Rardin — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 13:51:31 GMT

Attic furnaces are something more homeowners have been considering in both residential and commercial buildings. Typically, residential and commercial buildings have furnaces installed in their basements but moving your furnace to the attic or having a furnace installed in your attic can provide greater convenience and safety. Attic furnaces can at times be more challenging […]

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Advantages of Clean-in-Place Conveyor Belt Cleaning

Danielle Vinci — Tue, 25 May 2021 14:58:35 GMT

In every food and beverage company, production hygiene is paramount to ensure product safety. For this reason, all equipment that comes in contact with the food or beverage product must be adequately cleaned and sanitized, and operating in top working condition at all times. One area of particular focus and historically time-consuming to clean are […] The post Advantages of Clean-in-Place Conveyor Belt Cleaning first appeared on Just Venting.

Food Safety: The FSMA And How Can Steam Help

Danielle Vinci — Fri, 14 May 2021 19:31:36 GMT

Environmental pathogen control is a vital part of everyday safety and product quality management in food processing facilities. According to the CDC, about 48 million people in the U.S.

Technical School vs. College: How HVAC Professionals Can Earn More Than College Graduates

Nic Rardin — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 15:22:39 GMT

Getting a college degree is expensive and causes many students to take out student loans, work multiple jobs, and rely on their parents for financial relief. These high costs have caused future students to take a second look at their career plans. For these students, technical fields like heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) are […]

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How to Add Home Equity Through HVAC Upgrades

Ali Dunlap — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 19:55:22 GMT

According to Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies, Americans are spending increasingly large amounts of money on residential remodeling projects each year and seeing less and less of a return. From 2017 to 2018, the money spent on home remodels nationwide increased by 7.5%, totaling nearly $340 billion. Yet, the average ROI for these projects […]

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Indoor air pollution and pregnancy: what expectant mothers should know.

The HVAC.com Team — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 14:33:52 GMT

Pregnancy is a time of growth and many expectant parents use this time to educate themselves. Books, articles, videos, in-person classes — pregnancy resources abound in our modern world. And one of the most common pregnancy safety questions expectant parents ask is: “What should I avoid when I’m expecting?” Smoking, alcohol and certain medications […]

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How to Find the Best Mini Window Air Conditioner

The HVAC.com Team — Fri, 20 Dec 2019 21:51:03 GMT

If your living space does not have or allow for central air, you already know how hot and miserable it gets during the summer. However, with a variety of window air conditioning units currently available on the market, you no longer have to face those warmer months with dread and agony. Enjoy the comfort afforded […]

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Thermostats and Warmer Weather

Victoria Cleland — Fri, 09 Mar 2018 14:31:59 GMT

Spring is just around the corner… Are you ready for the warmer weather? We sure are! Spring may be a few weeks away, but we’re already thinking about gardening, warm weather and sunny days. What’s your favorite part of the spring season? As temperatures rise, you want to make sure your air conditioner is in

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Spring HVAC Preparation

Victoria Cleland — Thu, 01 Mar 2018 14:08:10 GMT

The cooling season will be here before you know it… …is your HVAC system ready? It may only be the beginning of March, but it’s never too early to start preparing for the cooling season. When it comes to your HVAC equipment, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Here are some

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Small Energy-Saving Habits

Victoria Cleland — Thu, 22 Feb 2018 15:47:41 GMT

Are you scared of your monthly utility bills? You shouldn’t have to be. There are things you can do, large and small, that can help you reduce that area of your budget. Big things, like investing in high-efficiency heating and air conditioning equipment, are going to have the largest impacts on your monthly statements. However,

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Then Vs. Now: Furnaces

Victoria Cleland — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 15:18:59 GMT

Do you know how much the furnace has changed over the years? Home heating has been around for a while. It started with simple wood-burning stoves and fireplaces to today’s high-efficiency, natural gas-powered furnaces. As the years have gone by, heating technology has improved more and more. This means the furnace sitting in your basement

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Heating and Your Health

Victoria Cleland — Thu, 08 Feb 2018 16:39:58 GMT

Are you taking care of your furnace during the winter? The answer to that question may be more important than you think. During the winter, we spend more time indoors trying to shelter ourselves from the cold. You want to make sure that your home is comfortable AND safe. Shockingly, indoor air can be more

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Benefits of a Condensing Furnace

Victoria Cleland — Wed, 31 Jan 2018 20:50:27 GMT

There’s more to a condensing furnace than just high efficiency. Are you in the market for a new gas furnace? There are so many different models to consider! Make sure to keep in mind your high-efficiency, condensing furnace options. High efficiency does offer some pretty obvious perks, but there are other benefits to upgrading to

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Component Highlight : Refrigerant/R-410A

Victoria Cleland — Fri, 26 Jan 2018 14:23:46 GMT

Do you know what the refrigerant in your HVAC system does? Heating season is in full swing. Do you use a heat pump to heat your home? If so, chances are your system contains refrigerant. There are many components that make your HVAC equipment work. One of these components is your refrigeration system. Refrigerant facilitates

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Winter Cleaning Tips for IAQ

Victoria Cleland — Wed, 24 Jan 2018 16:30:49 GMT

Are you worried about your home’s indoor air quality? Are you starting to get cabin fever? Subzero wind chill and snow storms have been keeping people cooped up in their homes. And, since you’re spending all that extra time indoors, you want to make sure your indoor air quality is high. One of the best

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Safety in Extreme Cold

Victoria Cleland — Tue, 23 Jan 2018 16:13:33 GMT

Has the National Weather Service issued a wind chill advisory in your area? Are you sick and tired of the cold? The most recent cold front sweeping the nation has been long-lasting and downright dangerous in some areas. Burst pipes and cold drafts are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to subzero

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Issues with Airflow

Victoria Cleland — Mon, 01 Jan 2018 16:20:11 GMT

Are you having trouble staying comfortable? The worst way to ring in the New Year is with a high electric bill and an uncomfortable home. Airflow may not be something you’ve though about, but it is a critical component of home comfort. In fact, your whole heating and cooling system depends on your equipment’s ability

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