A Complete HVAC Checklist for Your New Home

March 17, 2022

When shopping for a new home, most people focus on the flooring, kitchen appliances, plumbing, and electrical system. While these factors contribute to a house’s value and livability, it’s still crucial to assess the HVAC system in a home. The condition of the heating and cooling system in that home will impact livability and operating costs. Find Out the Age of the Heating and Cooling System The age of the HVAC system in a house will determine its efficiency, longevity, and operating cost. Most heating and cooling systems can maintain optimal performance for around 10 to

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Easy Ways to Extend Your Furnace’s Life

February 17, 2022

Your furnace is one of the most important pieces of equipment in your home. It’s important to take care of your furnace and do everything you can to extend its life expectancy. Here are three excellent tips that will enable you to prolong your furnace’s life. Perform Proper Maintenance on Your Furnace One of the best ways to ensure that your furnace lasts as long as possible is to perform proper maintenance. This means checking and cleaning your filters on a regular basis, making sure that all vents are clear, and scheduling annual tune-ups with a

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How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Leaks in Your Furnace

January 11, 2022

If you own a furnace in your home, it’s highly advisable to have your home inspected to ensure that your furnace is running correctly so that you don’t run the risk of carbon monoxide leaking into your home. This contaminates the air and potentially causes serious health effects for you and your family. If this sounds like a concern for you, it might be interesting to learn tips about preventing carbon monoxide leaks in your furnace. 1. You Must Take Care of Your Heating Equipment One of the best ways to prevent carbon monoxide leaks in

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Wondering if Your Furnace Is up to Code?

December 20, 2021

There is a lot of different equipment that’s included in the overall makeup of your home or office. Installation of this equipment needs to be done with certain rules and regulations in mind, in order to ensure the safety of a structure. Local municipalities set these rules, and contractors must follow them. When a new structure is being built, inspectors will come out to determine if the next phase of work can be done. If your home is already built and you’re wondering what the current status of your HVAC system is in regards to local code, you can inquire

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Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality

November 20, 2021

Indoor air quality tends to deteriorate during the winter months. Since stagnant air inside your home can be more than five times more contaminated than outdoor air quality, it can pose health issues if it’s not taken care of. During winter, you keep your doors and windows shut and count on your furnace and space heater to protect you and your family from the harsh cold air. This can create indoor air quality issues, but there are some measures that you can take to create a better indoor environment so that you can live comfortably throughout the heating season.

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A Humidifier or a Dehumidifier For The Winter?

October 20, 2021

When the cold temperatures settle into our area, people reach for their thermostats and turn their heaters on. This can be a great way to make the winter more bearable, but there’s also another way in which you can improve the air quality in your home during the colder months. By using a humidifier, you can increase the moisture level of the air, and this is associated with many benefits. In contrast, dehumidifiers are frequently used in the summer to make hot weather more comfortable. What’s Special About the Winter? We specifically mentioned the winter season,

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What Mistakes May Void an HVAC Warranty?

September 20, 2021

An HVAC system’s warranty presents a contractual guarantee to consumers. The company backs a product’s manufacturing and quality and will cover certain repairs if the unit suffers any problems. Consumers must adhere to the contract’s terms, or else the warranty may become void. There are a few common mistakes customers make that render a warranty null. Failure to Perform a Tune-Up The warranty may stipulate homeowners must request a professional service visit and tune-up at least once a year. Failure to do so and not keeping records of the visits could release a manufacturer from warranty

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What Kind of AC System Will Suit My Home?

August 17, 2021

When the summer heat rolls into our area, it’s always nice to have a cool place to come home to. Having an air conditioner can make a big difference in your and your family’s overall comfort. Knowing that you need an AC for your home is one thing. Quite another is figuring out which type of air conditioner would be best. Real Time Bros Heating & Air Conditioning in Garden Grove, is here to help, and below, we provide a quick overview of the various types of ACs that are available. Types of ACs There are several types of air conditioners

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Ways You Can Make the Best Use of Your AC

July 30, 2021

When summer arrives, we all resort to our air conditioners for relief. Your AC is the component of your system that keeps you cool in the heat, and it’s often vital to your home comfort. However, most people don’t consider how to maximize its usefulness. They just flip the switch in the spring and walk away. You can do better than that. Here are a few tips to ensure that your AC functions at its best and lasts as long as possible. That, in turn, will save you money on repairs and energy costs. 1. Maintain a

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Recommendations on How to Clean Your Air Conditioner

June 6, 2021

Every manufacturer makes their air conditioners with the purpose of blowing healthy and clean air into your home. However, your air conditioner can sometimes blow out dirty air. Here is how to clean your air conditioner for fresher air in your residence. Cleaning Your Unit’s Interior Components First and foremost, you must cut off power to your air conditioner via your circuit breaker to ensure you do not get electrocuted while working. After this, you should open the enclosing door to your unit by pulling off the protective tape or removing the screws. The internal evaporation

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