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HVAC equipment relies on a thermostat to produce an accurate reading of the ambient temperature. HVAC professionals recommend the use of a programmable thermostat because of the convenience it offers. But what is it exactly and how does a programmable thermostat work? In this article, we discuss some useful information on programmable thermostats.
Keeping your home comfortable during the winter months is vital. The ideal way to make this possible is to decide on the best temperature. There are many factors to consider for the best results. In this article, we discuss several considerations to help you find the ideal temperature setting for your home during the winter.
If you use will call oil delivery service, give McAllister Energy a call when your heating oil tank is 30% full. However, if you get caught up in life’s events and forget to call us for a refill, what should you do? What happens when the furnace runs out of oil?
The heating system should produce a balanced temperature from one room to another. If you notice that you have uneven heating in your house, this can lead to discomfort and costly home heating costs. This article discusses eight reasons why some of the rooms in your house may be heating unevenly.
One issue common with furnaces is when it starts to leak water. Naturally, a gas furnace leaking water will cause some inconvenience and discomfort on your part, considering that the leak could be something serious. This article discusses the possible causes of a leaking furnace and what you can do about it.
Sometimes rodents or other animals find their way into your HVAC ductwork, causing a slew of problems for the homeowners. The worst of it is when they die and you have a dead animal in the air duct. This article shares some tips on what to do if a rodent dies in your ductwork.
Household heating and cooling is made possible by a complex system: an indoor unit, an outdoor unit, and a network of ducts. When a problem arises, it is common to suspect faulty equipment. However, the problem may actually be coming from the ductwork. In this article, we discuss some common signs of leaky HVAC ductwork.
Some homeowners resort to a DIY furnace repair to fix issues or they may give the friendly handyman a call. This is where more problems crop up. Learn why calling a professional furnace repair company to fix your furnace is far wiser and will save you more money and time.
Relying on false information can lead to poor choices and difficult problems down the road. Unfortunately, misinformation is everywhere. For example, homeowners hear a lot of wrong ideas about HVAC services or heating and cooling system care. In this article, we discuss some of the myths that you should be aware of.
One of the most neglected issues in homes and buildings is its indoor air quality. IAQ is critical because it affects the health and safety of the people that reside inside the building. To fully understand the importance of indoor air quality, this article discusses 9 indoor air quality FAQs.