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What’s the Difference Between Tankless and Traditional Water Heaters?
Tankless water heaters and traditional water heaters both have the same purpose: heat water. So what’s the big deal? Let’s look at the differences of these two systems:
3 Potential Effects of Poor Indoor Air Quality in Your Business
Poor indoor air quality isn’t just unpleasant; it can even be harmful to you, your employees and your visitors and customers. When the air inside your building recirculates over and over again without adequate filtering, it can pick up dust, pollen, and other allergens, causing a host of annoying and even potentially harmful side effects.
Would a New Air Conditioning Unit Help Keep My Cooling Costs Lower in the Summer?
You love your old faithful air conditioner. Sure, it rattles, and sometimes it smells funny and maybe it needs to be defrosted more often than you’d like. But it keeps you cool in the summer… kind of. Purchasing a new air conditioner can be a big investment. That’s why it’s important to learn whether a new unit will provide better air conditioning than its older counterpart.
What Can I Do to Maintain My Water Heater?
If you’re like most homeowners, you didn’t buy a home in hopes of becoming an HVAC specialist, electrician, or water heater repairman. You want to live in your home, not be the specialist in charge of fixing everything. However, there are a few things you can learn to help yourself stay ahead of major repairs by responsibly maintaining your important systems, such as your water heater.
What Are the Options for Replacing an Aging Office HVAC System?
An aging office HVAC system can create a number of problems for the building owner and anyone using that space. Not only is it not properly cooling or heating the space, but it may be very inefficient, causing excessive costs just to run. If you feel your HVAC system is no longer efficient, or want to see what options are available to you, our team can help. A full inspection by the professionals at Smoak’s Comfort Control is the first step.
Why is it Important to Have the Coils on My HVAC Units Cleaned Regularly?
Homeownership comes with a lot of responsibilities. From water pipes and HVAC systems, your home has a lot of moving parts that require TLC from time to time. One of the most important systems to keep an eye on are the coils in your HVAC unit. Here’s a few reasons you should get them cleaned on a regular basis.
5 Tips to Save Money on My Water Bill
While your home’s plumbing system and reducing your water bill may not be high on your list of ways to save money, you may be surprised to learn your plumbing is an easy resource for extra money at the end of the year. When it comes to saving water, many people instantly think they will have to make major sacrifices, but you can change your habits and save money, without inconveniencing yourself or your family. These five tips will help cut back on your water use, maximize plumbing, and reduce your water bill:
How Can We Find Out Why My Office is So Humid?
Commercial HVAC services can help your office be a more comfortable place this summer. One of the most common complaints people make during the summer isn’t about the heat, but about the humidity. Living in Charleston means you are prone to high temperatures and muggy weather. Fortunately, there is a solution to reducing the humidity in your office.
Why Do I Need to Change My HVAC Filters?
Without maintenance agreements and routine filter changes, the indoor air quality of your home may be as much as five times more polluted than the air you breathe outdoors. The purpose of a filter in your furnace is to reduce the amount of dust, debris and other allergens that may be circulated throughout your home.
How Does Zoning Improve Home Comfort?
For many homeowners, it is a constant struggle to maintain a consistent, comfortable level of heating and air conditioning throughout their homes. Most homes have only one thermostat to control the entire house, which makes it difficult to maintain a comfortable temperature, especially with multiple levels and rooms with excessive sun exposure and vaulted ceilings. Home zoning is a simple way to eliminate these issues and make your home more comfortable, while helping you save on energy costs.