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Kerry’s HVAC Blog

Is Your Air Conditioner Ready For Cooling Season? Schedule Maintenance Now

March 29, 2012

  Pretty soon, it will be time to turn on your air conditioner and sit back with a cool drink to enjoy–or maybe just wait out–the summer heat. But what happens if your air conditioner isn’t working after its winter break?

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How Whole House Humidifiers Differ From Portable Models

March 27, 2012

Reduce the Dry Air in Your Home More Effectively   Excessively dry indoor air is uncomfortable and even unhealthy. It can also cause damage to wood furniture and musical instruments. The solution is a whole house humidifier that can keep the air at an ideal relative humidity.

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If Your Furnace Didn’t Perform To Expectation This Winter, Consider An Upgrade

March 22, 2012

A New Furnace Installation Can Save You Money and Trouble Did your furnace not perform as well this winter? Did you notice a difference in comfort from last season? It might be time for a furnace upgrade.  

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Consider The Benefits Of An HVAC Maintenance Plan

March 20, 2012

An Annual Plan to Tune Your HVAC is a Smart Move   Regular preventive maintenance is the best way to keep your furnace, air conditioner, heat pump or other HVAC system in prime operating condition and ready to keep your home comfortable throughout the year.

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How UV Lights Work To Reduce Biological Contaminants In Your Home

March 15, 2012

Learn How UV Light Works on Mold As an addition to any existing home air-purification device you may have, UV lights are an effective tool for further reducing biological contaminants throughout your home.

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Don’t Be Fooled By Online HVAC Deals — The Risks Aren’t Worth The Savings

March 13, 2012

Learn How to Evaluate a Deal From an HVAC Contractor   The search for a good deal may take us online when we’re in the market for new or replacement HVAC equipment. New furnaces, heat pumps, and air conditioners can be costly, and there is no shortage of dealers offering discounted prices through their online… Continue Reading

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Alleviate The Pains Of Static Electricity With Whole-House Humidification

March 8, 2012

Dry Air in Your Home Can Cause Issues   Dry air in your home, more common in winter, allows static electricity to build up and creates a nuisance for everyone in the house. A simple solution to household static is whole-house humidification, which increases the amount of moisture contained in your indoor air. By keeping… Continue Reading

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Sealing Leaky Ducts Can Significantly Improve HVAC Efficiency

March 6, 2012

Ductwork is a Key Component of a Comfortable Long Island Home The ductwork of your HVAC system is the pathway through which heated or cooled air travels to reach all points around your home. Ducts that leak reduce the overall efficiency of your HVAC systems and significantly impact home comfort. But sealing leaky ducts can… Continue Reading

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A Power Outage Can Occur When You Least Expect It — Be Prepared

February 29, 2012

Preparation is the key to staying safe and secure during a power outage. Your electrical service can be knocked out by severe storms, accidents that damage electrical lines, power line breaks, transformer malfunctions or unusually high demand. Whatever the season, avoid the risks of power outages by being ready for them when they occur.

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The Parts Of Your Heat Pump And Their Role In Operation

February 27, 2012

New Heat Pump Technology Makes This a Popular Choice Heat pumps are an extremely efficient option for home heating and cooling. These devices operate on a principle similar to that of a refrigerator, but on a much larger scale. They get their name from the main characteristic of how they function: They pump heat from… Continue Reading

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