Category Archives: Service & Maintenance

Best Ways To Upgrade HVAC Equipment If You Have Extra Cash

By Al Uchitel | Published: May 17, 2012

An IRS tax refund or other windfall may leave you wondering what to do with your sudden cash infusion. A vacation or a spin through the closest casino may sound

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Hiring an HVAC Contractor: How To Do It Right The First Time

By Al Uchitel | Published: February 28, 2012

Hiring an HVAC contractor that is qualified to make an installation, repair or scheduled maintenance is just as important as choosing the right air conditioner, furnace or heat pump. Here’s

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Duct Efficiency: How To End High Energy Bills–Now

By Al Uchitel | Published: February 7, 2012

Heating and cooling systems require regular maintenance on ductwork to provide home comfort and energy savings. Performing a few simple repairs on your duct will extend the life of your

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Programmable Thermostat Settings To Optimize Savings

By Al Uchitel | Published: February 2, 2012

Temperatures in Los Angeles can vary from week to week, even throughout the winter. You may need heat one week and cooling the next, which can make regulating the temperature

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HVAC Motor Efficiency Enhanced Via Technological Advancements Benefit Homeowners Year Round

By Al Uchitel | Published: January 31, 2012

You want an efficient living space that doesn’t cost much to maintain, and you’re thinking about installing an electronically commutated motor (ECM) to maximize your home’s HVAC motor efficiency. This

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Heat Pump Thermostats Require Knowledge To Use Them Correctly

By Al Uchitel | Published: January 26, 2012

If your home uses a heat pump, odds are you already know what a terrific money saver it can be when operating at maximum efficiency, and understanding how to program

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Schedule Your Annual Service Call To Keep Your HVAC System Running Efficiently

By Al Uchitel | Published: January 5, 2012

Over the course of a typical heating or cooling season, your HVAC system works hard to keep your home comfortable in response to outside temperatures. In return, you can keep

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Furnace Troubleshooting Tips For Southern California Homeowners By Around The Clock

By Al Uchitel | Published: December 29, 2011

If you run into any problems with your furnace this winter, you don’t necessarily need to immediately go reaching for the phone to call your service technician. There are some

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Whole House Humidifiers Conveniently Alleviate Your Home’s Dry Winter Air

By Al Uchitel | Published: November 24, 2011

Winter brings with it not only unpleasant cold temperatures, but a variety of physical discomforts caused by dry air. If your indoor air is too dry, it can aggravate health

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This Is How Lifetime Costs Impact Your Savings

By Al Uchitel | Published: November 15, 2011

When it becomes necessary to replace any of the components in your HVAC system, it is important that you consider more than the sticker price of the device. To have

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