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It’s the time of the year when many are dragging their holiday decorations out from the basement or shopping for gifts, or they’re turning on the heat to keep themselves warm. While you’re getting ready for winter and the holidays, why not take this time right now to check on your home’s HVAC?

The last thing any of us at Rep-Air want to discover is that a customer needs help with their furnace while there’s a blizzard outside, or that there’s no hot water in the heater when it’s freezing. So bundle up and check out these winter HVAC tasks that you can do right now to prevent such scenarios from happening to you!

Clean your house’s A/C

Yep, you read that right. Now that winter is almost here, it’s unlikely you want to keep your house cold in the winter (that would be silly!). It’s a good time to clean your air conditioning unit now that the A/C is not in regular use like your furnace likely is right now.

Dust off the fan blades and give the coils a good defrosting. While you’re cleaning you may also be able to spot any future problems that may lie ahead with your unit. If you do find anything, be sure to consult with your HVAC technician during the off season (spring) when they’re not nearly as busy helping out with furnaces in the winter.

Look at your hot water heater’s temperature

It may seem tempting to turn up the heat on your hot water heater when it’s rainy and miserable outside, but watch out! Too hot of a water temperature can lead to scalding your skin! The ideal temperature should be 48 degrees Celsius (120 degrees Fahrenheit) to both avoid scalding your skin and save energy.

When winter rolls around, your hot water may not feel as hot as it should be. Try to adjust your thermostat only by 5 or 10 degrees to see if there is any improvement in the heater’s performance. You can ask your technician to do this for you during an inspection, but if you insist on doing it yourself be absolutely sure you have the heater manual on hand. If you don’t, again, leave it to your technician.

While adjusting your water heater’s thermostat, look at the current temperature and if there seems to be a fluctuation (i.e. it won’t stay where it’s supposed to) let your technician know. A faulty thermostat on any HVAC unit is a warning sign that it needs either fixing or replacement.

Tidy up around the furnace

If you’ve already done this in the fall, then congrats! You probably don’t need to worry about this task right now. However, if you’ve put it off until reading this article, now’s the time to really check on things. In particular, it’s a great idea to pull out the vacuum cleaner and clean out your furnace blower’s compartment. It’s a bit of a chore, but not only will this improve your home’s air quality, it also will contribute to extending your furnace’s lifespan. You can also check out our article on furnace maintenance in detail, which covers tasks that you can do without a technician’s help (though, if there are parts you’re not so sure about, it never hurts to ask!).

Listen for noises

One thing you can do (it’s best to do this while the temperature is still comfortable) is to run your heat normally for an hour. Carry on with the rest of your day in the house, but keep your ears open. Listen in particular for anything that doesn’t sound normal, such as knocking, grinding, or thrumming. If you don’t hear anything, then things are fine. If you do though, it could be a sign of something more serious.

Another bad sign would be if you don’t feel any heat in the house even after an hour has passed! Contact your licensed technician if you do hear noises or have no heat. It’s likely the problem is with the system itself.

Insulate your attic

Insulation in the attic can actually help your HVAC out by keeping warm air from escaping to outside and ensuring it stays inside where it belongs. It can also help prevent your HVAC system from overworking itself while still maintaining the proper temperature.

According to Energy Star, a quick visual way to see if you have enough insulation in the attic is to examine the floor joists. If the insulation is just level or it’s hanging below the joists, then more insulation will be of benefit to you and your home. If your view of the floor joists is obstructed by the sight of the insulation, then it’s already high enough (plus adding more isn’t cost-effective).

Get an inspection (before it’s too late!)

Next to summer, winter is one of the busiest times of the year for licensed technicians to repair or replace older HVAC units with new ones. It’s a good idea to make an appointment for an inspection now rather than later, that way you won’t have to wait for very long to get help. Plus, an inspection can help identify any signs of wear and tear or trouble.

After the inspection, you can enjoy the winter and holiday seasons comfortably. You can go about your life without stressing over whether or not your furnace will break down during a blizzard or when your technician is way too busy to help.

Break out the hot chocolate

This one’s doesn’t involve HVAC, but it’s still a pretty good idea and hey, ’tis the season. Drink up and don’t forget the marshmallows!

If you need assistance with any of these winter HVAC tasks, give us a call. At Rep-Air Heating And Cooling we provide our customers with many options that will best suit your needs from heating and cooling to refrigeration. Contact us today for your complimentary quote: 1-844-218-3362 or contact@repairheatingandcooling.com and don’t forget to take a look at our website: https://repairheatingandcooling.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for free giveaways!

Do you own a dog or a cat (or both)? If so, that’s great! Pets make for wonderful companions no matter what day of the year. They can be loyal, funny, protective, sassy, and even weird (depending on whether there’s a full moon or not…just kidding!).

However, one thing you need to be aware of as a pet owner is the air quality in your home. It’s easy for pet owners to live with things like hair and the less-than-pleasant hairballs, but not everyone is a pet owner and if you’ve lived with pets long enough, you might not realize other peoples’ sensitivities until they sneeze upon entering your home and can’t stop!

To make things easier on our pet clients, here’s how you can control the air quality from your home’s HVAC systems even as you’re raising Fido and Fluffy.

Meet your new best friend: the vacuum cleaner

Dander is one of the other airborne things next to hair and fur that you need to worry about as a pet owner. This dander is what exactly people can develop allergies towards as it affects their skin and air quality. With this in mind, meet your new best friend (if you weren’t already acquainted!): the vacuum cleaner.

Vacuuming the floors is only one step towards controlling the air quality in both your home and for your HVAC systems. The furniture, curtains or blinds, the tops of cupboards, and overtop ventilation slots can all harbour dust in addition to pet hair and dander. This step can also help to prevent pests from making things even worse!

Grooming helps

Not only should you vacuum but also you should consider grooming your pet as often as needed. Depending on whether your dog or cat is a short-hair or long-hair, grooming needs will vary, but it should be done at least once a week. Asking your vet for tips can help.

Grooming can also prevent any damage to your home’s HVAC units and the air quality as well. Larger clumps of fur can spell bad news if they find their way into the ventilation connecting to a heat source during the circulation process. And everyone knows that fur + heat = fire, so the less likely you can create hazards, the better!

In addition, grooming your pets yourself can create some much-needed bonding time between you and your dog or cat or both. They’ll appreciate your attention to them! Touch is one of the best ways to further strengthen the bond between you and them. Frequent bathing can also help limit the amount of dander and fur that can trigger a person’s pet allergy.

Change air filters regularly

We’ve already mentioned how important it is to maintain HVAC equipment such as the A/C and the furnace, but for pet owners there’s one component that requires greater attention: the air filter. In addition to pet hair, dust and dirt is likely to clog up the filters contained in your HVAC systems so it’s more likely to get dirty more often than a home without pets.

For safety’s sake, it’s best to examine and clean the air filters in your HVAC around once a month rather than once every 3 months as we’ve suggested before for furnaces. That way, both you and your house guests can enjoy your living room and cuddle your pets with ease. If you’re having trouble remembering, set a timer or make it a point to mark the filter changing date on your calendar.

Protect exterior units

If your HVAC unit is installed in an area where dogs can easily access it, you have another task to do: make sure the dog doesn’t mark it! Urine from any animals can and will dirty and corrode the coils as well as many other parts contained that help the HVAC system function properly. Occasionally dogs may also try to claw at the outer fins (again, that depends on where your unit is located), which can not only damage your unit but also hurt the dog’s paws and nails in the process.

If you can, get a fence installed or a hedge planted in place to deter any dogs from coming near your exterior HVAC units. If you do, make sure the fence or hedge is placed 2 feet away from the unit itself so that it can have 2 feet of open space all around it. That way, your HVAC technician can access the unit easily when it’s time for a maintenance checkup.

Consider upgrading your system

If the problems of dander and hair are chronic, and your current system is getting on the old side, you should consider upgrading your system with an energy efficient one. Not only will this help with any energy bills that are getting expensive, but also many of the newest systems come complete with an air purifier or a whole-house air cleaner attached. The air filters contained within newer systems are upgraded as well (just be sure to maintain it regularly! Just because it’s new doesn’t mean it won’t get dirty).

If you are a pet owner who needs assistance with the HVAC systems in your home, let us know! At Rep-Air Heating And Cooling we provide our customers with many options that will best suit your needs from heating and cooling to refrigeration. Contact us today for your complimentary quote: 1-844-218-3362 or contact@repairheatingandcooling.com and don’t forget to take a look at our website: https://repairheatingandcooling.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for free giveaways!

Money is the biggest reason so many homeowners, business owners, commercial companies, and apartment landlords to name a few let so many HVAC repairs go unattended to. Usually it boils down to a tightly squeezed budget or poor planning for larger repairs and replacements. There are several other reasons also (in the case of schools, anyway, but you can read more about that here), but money is usually what it boils down to.

However, there are ways you can save money for your next HVAC repair or a brand new installation! Here are our suggestions on how to do just that.

Sign up for financing

There are more financing programs available for homeowners than there used to be, some offered by local energy companies and banks to help new homeowners or those with a lower income out with expenses.

However, an even easier program people can sign up for is SNAP—you can check out our page, or even our blog post, on how to apply and why this program is so helpful. It’s available to both homeowners and commercial businesses who need to pay for HVAC, but need the money required sooner rather than later (most programs force you to wait for a few weeks before the first payment to you is sent and received; with SNAP it’s instant).

Perform proper maintenance and cleaning

There’s a common saying which is “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” i.e. prevention is the best way to avoid needing a cure for help. That definitely applies to any HVAC equipment in your home or at your workplace!

If you want to avoid an expensive repair job, you need to perform proper maintenance and cleaning on your HVAC systems. Depending on the system itself, this only needs to be done occasionally and it usually doesn’t take very long. The other option is to hire a technician to perform regular inspections and tune-ups for you to ensure your systems are working in their peak condition and that there are no warning signs of breakdown or repair needed.

Know the signs

Understanding the signs of something going or gone wrong with your HVAC is another way to save money, because the sooner the problem is fixed, the less it will cost you long term. We’ve written several blog posts about these telltale signs because we want to help you be smarter about the systems you use daily.

It’s pretty disastrous and stressful to find out your furnace has stopped working or isn’t doing its best when it’s too cold out for comfort! That’s why knowing the signs of gradual wear and tear, among other things, can help you save money in the long run. It will help you understand the difference between a fix you can do yourself, such as changing the air filter in the furnace, versus a task that needs a professional’s touch such as a faulty thermostat.

Deals and rebates

Many local utility companies including BC Hydro and Energy Star offer rebates and incentives in the event your current HVAC system needs to be outright replaced. Try to submit for both and stack offers so that you can take a giant chunk out of the overall cost of your new HVAC unit.

If you’re a member of certain companies such as Costco, you’re in luck. They may offer you a good deal or a store rebate card if you should purchase a new unit through their partners. Even if you aren’t a member, they’re good resources to use for finding information about the latest systems on the market.

You can also ask us at Rep-Air about new HVAC! Spring and fall are usually the seasons when we’re way less busy inspecting and repairing equipment, and we have the know-how to install new systems at a discount. All you have to do is ask!

Replace it, don’t repair it

It seems hard to believe that in order to save money you need to spend it on newer equipment, but it’s true. In the long run, it can actually cost you more money to repair an older HVAC unit than it will to replace it outright for several reasons. One is that the parts needed for repairs may no longer even exist because the unit was made over 30 years ago. Another is that an older system can raise your energy expenses if it’s running incorrectly.

If you’re currently on the fence about outright replacing your current HVAC units or getting repairs done, you can always ask us to help with that too. Let us know about how else we can help you save money and lower your energy bills! At Rep-Air Heating And Cooling we provide our customers with many options that will best suit your needs from heating and cooling to refrigeration. Contact us today for your complimentary quote: 1-844-218-3362 or contact@repairheatingandcooling.com and don’t forget to take a look at our website: https://repairheatingandcooling.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for free giveaways!

It’s a sad fact that all machines wear down over time and eventually must be replaced. However, with certain machines such as HVAC systems, they can last past their warranty date so long as you properly keep them cleaned and maintained on a regular basis.

With commercial fridges, it can be tough to figure out exactly how well it’s holding up depending on if you’re the owner or staff who’s constantly using it. Knowing the signs of when it’s getting too old to use any longer can help you save money for future investments, as well as avoid breakdowns at the worst possible time! So here are some tips on how to tell your commercial fridge needs to retire on account of getting old.

Its Age

We’ll get the most obvious point out of the way first. Any refrigeration that is over 15 years old does not and will not contain the energy efficient technology that newer fridges have. That means if your business is still using an older fridge, it’s causing you to spend more on energy bills than you need to. Plus, when repair is needed, the parts are more difficult to find, which causes a more expensive repair job.

So, if your commercial fridge really is over 15 years old, don’t bother asking for repairs. A full replacement is needed.

Temperature Problems

Is your bottle fridge failing to cool down the drinks inside? In the commercial restaurant industry or the grocery and retail industries, fixing the temperature in a timely manner is essential.

Before picking up the phone to call for help, you can examine the appliance and see if it’s a simple fix before declaring it to be too old. Is the fridge placed directly against the wall? If so, it needs to be slightly shifted away from a wall so it can have room to circulate air properly and efficiently.

Another thing to look at is the gasket. Are you seeing some wear and tear? Commercial fridges are built to withstand countless openings and closings, so it should close and seal completely in order for the fridge to properly cool. If the gasket is looking worn out, though, you should get help.

If you’ve still examined these areas and there doesn’t seem to be anything wrong, other than the temperature problem, it could be something more complex such as a faulty temperature control gauge. An incorrect temperature reading can also be caused because of a blocked vent. Double check by using a thermometer to make sure the thermostat is working for sure. If not, then calling in an HVAC technician to perform an inspection and service is your best chance of fixing your current temperature problems.

Power Fluctuations

Sometimes a fridge may not be cooling properly or powering up the way it’s supposed to. This issue should be resolved immediately. First make sure the fridge, if it has a power switch, isn’t switched off. Check to see if the power cord has been properly plugged in all the way, in case it’s been knocked out of place.

If these two things still aren’t the problem, you should check the wiring for the outlet and ground wires to see if they’re active. If it’s failing it could be because of the power supply, not the unit. You can use a voltage detector to see if voltage is present in the outlet. If even that is absent, it’s a sign your fridge is getting too old.

Noises

Most of the time when there’s a weird noise coming from the fridge it’s due to either a compressor on its last legs or evaporator coils that are getting clogged up. While the latter scenario is a fixable one (albeit a messy one—calling in a technician can help with cleanup), the compressor situation is trickier. This part should be kept clean and its location devoid of dirt, dust, hair, grease, and other buildup that can affect the compressor’s ability to cool down the fridge. If you’ve properly maintained your compressor regardless (typically every 90 days), and it’s still running too hot, it’s a sign your fridge is starting to fail.

Other big giveaway signs of noise are hissing and a repeated cycle of cooling that’s frequently switching itself on and off. If these noises are accompanied with other telltale signs, i.e. sweating and leaking, it’s a sign to get some major repair work done or—and this will be better for your business in the long run—a complete replacement.

When in Doubt, Get Help

Even the most top-of-the-line and durable commercial fridges can wear out over time due to their age or, in some cases, a lack of proper maintenance and cleaning. If you’ve already performed your due diligence on maintaining the fridge and you still can’t pinpoint the problem, it’s time to call in a professional. If your commercial refrigerator is still under its parts and labour or manufacturer warranty, you need to check the warranty details to make sure any repairs you or the technician may perform won’t void your warranty.

You can also sign up for a regular maintenance plan and worry less about your fridge or fridges. This can help minimize the need for larger repairs in the near future. There are also financing plans you can consider in the event budget is a concern of yours, which you can read more about here.

Give us a call if your business needs help with its commercial fridge. At Rep-Air Heating And Cooling we provide our customers with many options that will best suit your needs from heating and cooling to refrigeration. Contact us today for your complimentary quote: 1-844-218-3362 or contact@repairheatingandcooling.com and don’t forget to take a look at our website: https://repairheatingandcooling.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for free giveaways!

This is one of the prime times of the year when a lot of homeowners go on vacation. They may be snowbirds who love heading to a warmer climate during the winter, or maybe they plan on going somewhere different to celebrate a major festival or holiday. Whatever the reason for your vacation, you need to make sure your home is well taken care of before you leave, and that includes looking after your HVAC equipment.

The last thing you want to find when you come home after traveling is that the heater is broken or that your home is uncomfortably hot or cold! So, to help you out, here are our tips on preparing your home’s HVAC systems when you leave for your vacation.

Tip 1: Turn the Thermostat Up & Down

This is going to sound insane but it’s actually best that you don’t shut down your HVAC systems entirely while you’re gone. The thing about HVAC is that it’s designed specifically to be used regularly, not switched on and off constantly. If they’re inactive for long periods of time, the most important components in them can deteriorate and eventually operate at a poor level of capacity. Also, if systems are not switched on, moisture can develop, leading to mold growth.

So, before you go on vacation, make sure to include turning your thermostat up by at least 5 degrees. That way, moisture buildup will not occur and your HVAC will get enough sufficient activity, all while maintaining a comfortable temperature for the people looking after your home while you’re gone. Your system won’t run nearly as much, either.

Turn the thermostat down on your water heater and don’t shut it off entirely. That way you can save a little money on your energy bill, plus you won’t have to call your technician should the pilot light go out.

If temperature adjustment is something you’d rather not worry about, consider investing in a smart thermostat. That way you can program the thermostat to maintain certain temperatures and run at certain times, and you won’t have to come home to an uncomfortably too hot or too cold house.

Tip 2: Vacuum

Dust, allergen triggers, and other air contaminants tends to build up over time when left alone. When you’re out of the house, these contaminants can even circulate through the airflow and you’re your HVAC equipment. That means before you go on your vacation, you need to give your home a thorough vacuuming and cleaning.

Tip 3: Close Windows & Blinds

Now is a good time before you go on holiday to check on the windows and doors of your home. Do you feel a cold draft coming through? (These are easier to detect in fall than in the spring or summer). If so, seal any leaks and also close all of the windows before you leave. This will reduce the amount of hot air leaving your home in the winter and entering it in the summer. Closing the windows is also good common sense in terms of safety and security.

In addition to closing the windows, depending on the season it’s best to close the blinds. That way, you’ll reduce the temperature inside, thus reducing your HVAC unit’s workload too. Make sure there’s no direct sunlight shining on the unit’s thermostat either, if needed; direct sunlight can make the thermostat think the room is hotter than it really is, resulting in increased unit usage. Closing the blinds can prevent this from happening as well.

Tip 4: Change Air Filters

Cleaning and replacing the air filters in your HVAC systems, whether it’s for the A/C or furnace, is a good idea whether or not you’re going on vacation. You definitely should before you leave for a longer period of time though. That way, when you leave, your units will be running way less often and dirt and dust will have way less opportunity to build up and settle on the filters. Changing the filter right before you leave will also ensure your HVAC has the best possible protection from debris in your absence.

If your vacation is going to be a lengthy one, say, for several months, it’s worth your while to have a neighbour or even your regular HVAC technician change the filter on your units a few times when you’re gone.

Tip 5: Check Outside

The weather is not always beautiful in BC (although it is very often the case!). Storms, heavy rain, and blizzards in the winter can still affect everyone, including your outside HVAC systems. That’s why it’s a good idea to inspect your A/C units outside to see if there are any trees or bushes growing a little too close for comfort. Clear the surrounding space near your outside HVAC of any tree branches, underbrush, and other objects nearby so that in the event a bad storm does come around, they’re well protected.

Tip 6: Open all Vents

Air circulation even while you’re gone is still a good idea. Open all of the vents in your home so that air continues to flow. This is because most HVAC units are designed to provide maximum airflow. Leaving all the vents open will help the system run at its best capacity when you’re away.

Tip 7: Clean Your HVAC

Depending on the length of your vacation it’s a good idea to clean the condenser coils, filters, and exteriors of your HVAC units before you leave. As you’re doing so, be on the lookout for any leaks or weaknesses in the system that may indicate a future problem. That way you can avoid having to face expensive energy bills when you return. If you don’t have time for this before departing, hiring a professional technician to inspect the system both before and during your absence can give you some peace of mind.

If you’re planning on vacationing and need HVAC services such as inspection or repairs, give us a call! At Rep-Air Heating And Cooling we provide our customers with many options that will best suit your needs from heating and cooling to refrigeration. Contact us today for your complimentary quote: 1-844-218-3362 or contact@repairheatingandcooling.com and don’t forget to take a look at our website: https://repairheatingandcooling.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for free giveaways!

Fall is a wonderful and even beautiful time of the year. The colours of the leaves are changing, the sun is bright but not scorching hot, and warm, comforting food can be made to make rainy days better. While it’s good to have a break from the summer heat, you need to remember that with fall comes a change in temperature, and in addition to that, a change is needed in the way we save energy.

Much like our summer tips on how to save energy, there are ways you can keep comfortable and warm without having to rely too much on your furnace (which can increase your energy bills). Here are our tips for you to stay warm during this cooler time of year.

Tip 1: Temperature

It’s recommended that you keep your thermostat either at or below 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit). When you’re not at home, i.e. you have to go to work or run errands, it’s recommended you turn back your thermostat by about 10 to 15 degrees; when you are at home, to set it as low as comfortably possible. That way, you can save 10 percent on your heating costs.

By setting the thermostat to the recommended 20 degrees, your furnace and other HVAC systems with have less work to do, thus both extending its lifespan and lowering your home’s energy consumption.

Tip 2: Vents

Vents throughout the home should never be covered up, whether it’s to heat up or cool down the rooms. Make sure there is no furniture such as couches or rugs laid on top of your ventilation sources. This will also help to make sure no dust bunnies or debris end up inside of your vents either, which can circulate throughout the heating system if you’re not too careful or you don’t clean the vents properly.

In addition, be sure to clean and vacuum around or near each ventilation opening surface. This will help keep dust bunnies, pet hair, and any other unwanted debris from entering the vents and contaminating the air quality.

Tip 3: Drafts

By drafts we absolutely mean there should be a lack of them in your house. If the heating is on and there’s still a draft, it’s likely coming from a hidden crack or crevice. These are also very difficult to detect if the A/C ran non-stop all summer long, and it could indicate that there are hidden leaks in your home. Before the temperatures really drop this fall, check all of the doors and windows in your home; a draft leaking through these will mean your heating will run non-stop too.

In the event you do find a draft, and it’s between the door and the floor, adding weather stripping to the bottom can help prevent excess heat from escaping. If it’s a window, use caulk. This, in turn, can prevent your heater from running and adding to your energy bills.

Tip 4: Sunshine

Sometimes the best way to get any heat into the home is through direct sunlight. It’s advisable to keep the blinds closed when it’s the summer season since the sun can heat up a room too fast too soon. However, the autumn sun is weaker than its summer counterpart, so the sunshine is actually beneficial rather than a hindrance to your comfort level. Once there’s been enough sunlight soaked up and it starts to get dark, close the blinds to withhold as much heat as you can.

Tip 5: Hot Water

Just like the temperature of the rooms themselves, you can save energy when it comes to hot water in fall too. One of the best ways to do so is to check on your hot water heater. If it’s been a while since you checked on it, maintenance may be needed; you can refer to our article on how to maintain your hot water heater.

If not, then you can do something very simple: change the temperature. It should be turned down from its hot setting to warm instead (48 degrees Celsius, or 120 degrees Fahrenheit). Not only will you save energy by doing this, you’ll also avoid scalding yourself.

Tip 6: Ceiling Fans

Did you know there’s a way to reverse the direction your ceiling fans are moving? It’s true, and it’s also very energy efficient. Switch the direction to clockwise once summer is over and you no longer need to cool down a room. This will help push warm air (which rises) back down, and it can help redistribute the warm air coming from your heating system too. This, in turn, can help prevent pockets of chilly air from settling into corners of the room. If you don’t have ceiling fans, it might be a good idea to get them installed (only for rooms you use the most often).

Tip 7: Your Furnace

Naturally fall is the time of the year when you’re most likely to want to switch on the furnace. Hold on before you do though! When was the last time you checked on it? If your answer is “A while,” then it’s time to change the filter in it before you do anything else. Afterwards, check on the rest of your furnace and if necessary schedule an appointment with your HVAC technician to double-check and ensure it’s in great working condition. The last thing you should want is to find out something is wrong!

Lastly, grab yourself a warm cup of coffee or tea and enjoy the autumn season knowing you’re saving both on energy and money this year!

If you need to schedule an appointment for tip seven, or need further advice from us on heating, let us know. At Rep-Air Heating And Cooling we provide our customers with many options that will best suit your needs from heating and cooling to refrigeration. Contact us today for your complimentary quote: 1-844-218-3362 or contact@repairheatingandcooling.com and don’t forget to take a look at our website: https://repairheatingandcooling.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for free giveaways!

For many of us, fall is a season best associated with tasty treats like pumpkin spice lattes or with warmer clothing like scarves and long coats. For us, it’s the best time of the year to maintain our HVAC equipment. Next to spring, fall is a slow season where maintenance and necessary repairs can be made to A/C units that are being shut off or furnaces about to be switched on.

We know the last thing you want to find is an HVAC unit that’s not working in peak condition when it’s frosty or snowing outside. So today, we’re going to look at some fall HVAC tasks you can definitely do now since it’s the best season for it.

Check the furnace

You ideally should be examining your furnace before the frigid temperatures kick in so you can stay comfortable during the entire season. If you want to go more in-depth about cleaning and maintaining your furnace, you can check out our previous post. If you’d simply prefer to get a good idea of what needs to be done, we’ll give you the basics:

• Power down the system before doing anything else. Find its power supply and switch off both the switch plate and fuel supply.
• Next, clean out the combustion chamber. Grab a wire brush, put on gloves and a mask, and scrape away the soot and corrosion that’s gathering up on the chamber walls. When you’re done, vacuum the debris away and put the chamber cover back on.
• Change the oil and air filters. This will help improve the air quality of your home or building and prevent premature replacement for the furnace, all while ensuring efficiency.
• Check for leaks or danger signs. The exhaust flue is where most carbon monoxide leaks can come from. You can cover small holes with foil tape, but if the flue is corroded, stop what you’re doing and call in a professional for their help. A corroded flue is not a DIY task.

Clean your A/C

These are some good steps to take now that you don’t need to keep the A/C turned on so much:

• Change the air filter. That way you can worry less about discovering no cool air on the first day of summer.
• Give it a cleaning. Focus on removing dust from the inner coils and outer casing, plus around the most frequently used controls. That way gunk doesn’t build up when the air gets chilly and causes any issues when the weather warms up.
• Schedule a maintenance check-up. That way you can be sure everything is working A-OK (plus maybe it’s been a year since you checked on it and it’s not!)
• Consider getting a new unit. Upgrading to a new model should be done when it’s not summer since you’re not getting a replacement out of necessity. Plus, it’s more likely to book an appointment with a technician that’s more accommodating to your own busy schedule.

Check the Thermostat

A faulty thermostat is one of the most common reasons to get help from an HVAC professional. You can check on your thermostat’s condition by turning it up by 5 degrees. Wait for a few minutes, and then you should be able to feel a change in the air coming out of the vents.

If there is no change, or the furnace or A/C doesn’t even switch on, that’s a sign of a faulty or broken thermostat. It’s best to leave that kind of fix to the professionals, so give them a call.

Stay toasty this fall when the temperatures drop, and don’t be afraid to ask for help if you need it! At Rep-Air Heating And Cooling we provide our customers with many options that will best suit your needs from heating and cooling to refrigeration. Contact us today for your complimentary quote: 1-844-218-3362 or contact@repairheatingandcooling.com and don’t forget to take a look at our website: https://repairheatingandcooling.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for free giveaways!

Whether you run your own business and have to look after the comfort and health of other people, or you simply enjoy spending time in your home, having an HVAC system in place such as A/C or a furnace, or both, can be beneficial. However, there may come to be a time when replacing these systems is essential.

You may be thinking to yourself, “Well, this business has an efficient system, why don’t I just ask my technician to have what they have installed in my home?” To that we reply, wait a minute. There are actually some crucial differences between commercial HVAC and residential HVAC you are probably not aware of. That’s where our expertise comes in! So today, let’s look at some of the biggest differences between the two types of systems.

Needs & Purposes

A commercial HVAC system must often serve a greater number of people. This means the units themselves need to be expertly sized in order to keep both customers and employees comfortable during the business’s peak hours.

A residential unit in contrast is generally smaller and varies less when it comes to proper heating and cooling capacity (i.e. there are less people to be concerned about compared to commercial).

Placement

Because of the greater number of people that commercial HVAC serves, this means the systems in general are larger to the point where they need to be placed in a very specific place: the roof. This is the typical placement so that the system itself doesn’t take up too much space next to or inside of the business’s building. It also ensures the system is protected from vandalism.

In contrast, residential HVAC is generally placed on the ground with enough space surrounding the units so as not to negatively impact anyone or anything else nearby. This is an impractical placement for commercial systems, however. Plus, when a system is placed on the roof, it makes it easy for professional technicians to conduct system inspections and any necessary parts repairs or new installations, whether brand new or to replace a broken down unit.

The Systems Themselves

Time for a mini glossary lesson! There are two types of unit descriptions that is worth knowing the difference between: packaged vs. split. For residential places, an HVAC system usually consists of two units. One is the indoor evaporator, the second is the outdoor compressor. These are what we call split units. For commercial purposes, most HVAC systems in fact possess combined heating and cooling components into a single unit. This is what we call a packaged unit.

While packaged units are generally easy to access, they are also more complex to maintain and repair compared to residential split units. There are also more thermostats to worry about in a commercial system, since different temperatures must be maintained in different zones throughout the commercial building. In contrast, residential split units are easier to maintain and repair, and there’s only the one thermostat you need to worry about.

Another difference to bear in mind that involves the systems themselves are how they are designed. Residential units are what are referred to as standalone—i.e. they are self-contained, single units which cannot be modified or expanded upon. What you see is what you get out of them.

For commercial units, their sizes are flexible enough that we call them modular. This is because they can have modules added to or removed in order to expand on or reduce the amount of heat or cooling that is supplied. This makes it very convenient for business owners to accommodate changing the heat and cooling needs as their companies grow or shrink. However, the usage of modules means great responsibility and care is needed. A technician should have ample experience installing and maintaining these larger module units, otherwise they’re more likely to run into serious problems.

We hope this has helped you understand your current systems better! Whatever type of HVAC you need to have installed, repaired, or replaced, get a professional technician who can take care of both these types of systems. At Rep-Air Heating And Cooling we provide our customers with many options that will best suit your needs from heating and cooling to refrigeration. Contact us today for your complimentary quote: 1-844-218-3362 or contact@repairheatingandcooling.com and don’t forget to take a look at our website: https://repairheatingandcooling.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for free giveaways!

Don’t you hate it when you’re going about your day, but then you discover that something in your home’s HVAC has broken down and you don’t know why? Whether it’s the furnace going kaput or the A/C isn’t cool enough for you, heating and cooling can ruin a good day if a system is falling apart. You may be tempted to even fix the problem yourself. Don’t, though! There are a lot of reasons why your unit may not be working, and a few of those reasons may require an HVAC technician’s skills.

Did you know there are in fact professional HVAC technicians who are available 24/7? You may not think this is a big deal, but in fact it can be under certain circumstances. With this in mind, we thought it would be best to let you know the perks of having an HVAC 24/7 professional on your call list.

First, Convenience

The thing about HVAC systems is that they are built as complex at their best, with intricate and at times delicate parts. These parts are responsible for keeping the entire unit running in peak condition.

Education about these units may seem as simple as reading a blog post at first. However, to truly understand how to handle the more dangerous components such as electricity without causing yourself or others harm, it can take much longer to really get a handle on such concepts.

An HVAC pro is not only licensed to install and work with electrical components, but also knows the system unit in question both inside and out. They’re more likely to understand why a part of the machine isn’t working the way it’s supposed to, or when the time is right to make a simple repair versus a complete replacement. The best kind of pro knows how to install a system as well! All of this boils down to convenience on your part as someone who needs a unit either installed or repaired, but hasn’t got the time to learn about how to install it yourself.

Second, Protection

The best HVAC technician has prior experience when it comes to water heating, temperature heating and cooling, air conditioning, and working with various units. They already have been educated on reading blueprints, building codes, and reviewing schematics.

There is also both warranty protection and financial protection to consider. The manufacturer’s warranty on your current HVAC system may require you to hire a technician to repair it or install a new one. It’s crucial during the latter that you work with a professional so that the new system is the right size according to your home and its needs and that it’s installed precisely where it should be. A licensed pro is also the only one who has the insurance and bonding needed in the event any damage or harm occurs on your property, whether it’s done to your home or an individual.

Third, Emergencies

A licensed technician knows the ins and outs of HVAC equipment, meaning in the event of an emergency such as no heat or cool air when it’s mandatory, they’re who you want to have around 24/7. However, you don’t want an emergency to happen in the first place! That’s why we insist on performing regular maintenance (although some work on our part can help with that as well).

If you’re wondering why not DIY in an emergency situation, let us tell you. An HVAC technician doesn’t just know how to access a single part. They also know how to access all of the parts and how and where maintenance is required. They’re aware of how detailed the specifications are for these systems, meaning they can reset the parts all according to the manufacturer’s own specifications. Overall, even in a state of emergency, a licensed technician can ensure all the parts work together as they were originally designed to do, and this in turn will make sure your system lasts longer and its energy usage will almost always decline rather than increase.

Now you know there are some real benefits to hiring 24/7 professional help for your HVAC! Do you need some help with your units right now? Let us know! At Rep-Air Heating And Cooling we provide our customers with many options that will best suit your needs from heating and cooling to refrigeration. Contact us today for your complimentary quote: 1-844-218-3362 or contact@repairheatingandcooling.com and don’t forget to take a look at our website: https://repairheatingandcooling.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for free giveaways!