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Here in Ohio, we’ve reached the season that makes you say, “Gosh, it’s so dark out. Is it really only six in the evening?” Before the days get too short, remember to check off heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance from your autumn to-do list.
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You can troubleshoot your furnace, air conditioner, heat pump, and ductwork by paying attention to sensory cues. If the equipment emits strange odors or working parts look worn and dirty, it may be time to call for professional help. Listening to your HVAC system is one of the easiest ways to be proactive.
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When your heating or cooling system breaks down the majority of the time, it may be more of a pesky inconvenience than anything else. However, if elderly or chronically ill homeowners experience extreme temperatures for even a short period of time, they may have serious or even life-threatening consequences.
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We have all been there. A power outage during the most inconvenient times in our lives. It is an unfortunate part of being an Ohio homeowner. Power Up When the Power Is Down Whether it is a massive storm, faulty wiring, or simply blowing one too many fuses, having a portable generator on hand is…
Continue ReadingDid you know the average American spends nearly 90 percent of life indoors? That’s why it is increasingly important to ensure indoor air quality (IAQ) is clean and healthy. If your Logan, OH home is facing air-quality issues, you may be suffering anything from minor discomfort to significant allergy or health problems. Our team at Airclaws wants…
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Aside from the professionals, like ours at Airclaws, who really thinks about air conditioners and their components? Air conditioners keep your Athens, Ohio, home or business cool and comfy when the outside temperatures are high, and that’s all you really need to know, right? Well, air conditioners do so much more than just cool, like…
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A freeze up is when a layer of ice forms on the outside of your AC unit. Whether you have a window unit or a central air system the causes and effects of this, as well as the solutions, are the same. The ice build up on your AC unit creates an inability to cool…
Continue ReadingWhile an air conditioner’s efficiency is measured by its SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating, an electric or gas- or oil-fired furnace’s efficiency is measured by its AFUE, or Average Fuel Utilization Efficiency. This standard measurement is given in percentages, letting you know how much of your fuel is actually used to heat your home…
Continue ReadingWhat happens when you turn on your air conditioning unit and it blows hot or warm air? There are many reasons this might be happening, but we know it is not acceptable here in Athens. We want to keep you cool at Airclaws, so here are a few simple things that you can check before…
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