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Comfort Doctors has been serving your HVAC needs for 20 years now. Contact us and our highly skilled and experienced professionals to answer all your HVAC-related questions. The information below can give you a quick answer on some common questions our clients ask.  

Why Is It Important to Choose the Right-Size HVAC System?

Always ask your HVAC dealer for help choosing a system that meets the heating and cooling demands of your home. Never expect to replace an old heating and cooling system with a new one the same size.

Systems often were oversized in older homes and buildings. Better technology shows that oversized systems don't work as well. They are inefficient, wasting money and energy. Also, undersized systems work too hard to heat and cool rooms. Either way, poorly sized HVAC units will have more problems and a shorter service life.

How Can I Make Sure Heating Equipment Does Not Emit Pollution?

The indoor air flowing through your house may be the source of harmful pollution if you do not do regular maintenance of heating equipment. Furnaces, flues and chimneys can emit harmful, even deadly, gases and toxins. Follow instructions from the owner's manual for changing and cleaning air filters. If you do not have the owner's manual, change filters monthly, or at least twice each winter. Vent furnaces to the outdoors. If you have concerns, check with the Indoor Air Quality INFO Clearinghouse on the EPA's website. It offers helpful advice for maintaining home heating equipment. Contact a service professional if you cannot do your own maintenance or have concerns about your heating system.

What Is the ENERGY STAR Label?

It is a voluntary labeling system devised by the EPA and backed by the Department of Energy. ENERGY STAR products undergo extensive testing to ensure they meet high-efficiency standards. ENERGY STAR products offer easy-to-understand consumer information. You can get estimates on energy savings for such products as air conditioners, furnaces, boilers, washers and dryers, and lighting. Look for the ENERGY STAR label on 40 categories of home appliances.

How Can I Keep My Home Safe from Carbon Monoxide Pollution?

Carbon monoxide is an invisible, unscented and at high levels can be a deadly gas. Lower concentrations of carbon monoxide can cause headaches, lightheadedness and fatigue. Winter months may pose health and safety risks with heating systems. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends installing at least one carbon monoxide detector per household, near the sleeping area. If you are using a space heater, allow some air flow in the room. Open a door in the room where the space heater is located you may also want to crack a window as well.

When using an un-vented kerosene or gas space heater, follow the manufacturer's instructions for fuel use and maintenance. The flame tip should always be blue; if you have a yellow-tipped flame, that is an indication of harmful gases. Don't use a gas stove to heat your home. Keep the flue open when the fireplace is in use. Make sure when purchasing a wood stove that it is sized properly for your home and meets EPA standards.

Can an ENERGY STAR Air Conditioner Lower My Cooling Bills?

When buying a new air conditioner, consider an ENERGY STAR unit. It will be more efficient and lower energy costs. ENERGY STAR air conditioners use at least 10 percent less energy than conventional models. They often have timers for temperature control. Air conditioners that use less energy produce less pollution and save money on energy costs.

What Is a SEER Rating on an Air Conditioner?

Before buying a new air conditioner, you need to learn some of the industry language. It will help you find an efficient model that does not waste energy and saves money on monthly utility bills. Look for the SEER rating on new air conditioners. SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating. The higher the rating, the more efficiently the air conditioner operates. The federal government requires a minimum SEER of 13 out of a maximum rating of 20. Why does the government set standards? Higher-efficiency air conditioners save energy and cause less pollution.
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