When it's so cold outside that you can see your breath in front of your face, it is critical for you to have a working heating system. You may remember times when the power went out and you were no longer able to enjoy the warm, soothing comfort of a heating unit. Everybody in the house was likely on pins and needles as you all waited for the electricity to come back on so you could bask in the heat once again.
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If your business uses commercial refrigeration for storing products, efficiency is important to keep your operating costs down. With older systems, this can be a problem due to inefficient mechanical designs. Therefore, if you are updating systems or installing new commercial refrigeration, you want the design to be efficient. The following commercial refrigeration design improvements will help ensure your mechanical systems are efficient and your operating costs are low:
1. Better Insulation to Reduce Energy Loss and Air Leaks in Refrigerated Storage Areas
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Summer isn't too many months away, which means it's time to start thinking about your air conditioner. When summer finally arrives, you'll want to turn your air conditioner on as soon as you can. After sitting dormant since fall, your air conditioner might not be in the best condition. Unfortunately, that means you could be left to face some problems while you're trying to cool down your home. One problem you might experience involves short cycling.
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A residential plumbing system is quite complex, but one could argue that the sewer line plays one of the most vital roles. A sewer line is a large pipe that connects a home to the sewer, ensuring that all household waste is properly disposed of. Thus, if there are any issues with the sewer line of the pipe is damaged, it is essential to have repairs made promptly if a homeowner wants to avoid serious problems.
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The key to keeping your HVAC system energy-efficient is through maintenance. Unfortunately, many homeowners don't do anything to maintain their HVAC system after it is installed. Here are some tips to follow that will help keep the system running smoothly.
Change the Air Filter
Every forced-air HVAC system is going to have an air filter, and that filter can become absolutely filthy if it is ignored. All air flows through the filter, and having it covered with dust and debris is going to make it harder for the air to flow into the ductwork.
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