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This issue happens more often than not with older furnaces, and it could be a sign you are ready to upgrade your Vinings home’s heating and cooling system with a new model. At the 10-year mark, furnaces start to lose efficiency and begin breaking down more frequently.
Continue ReadingIf you don’t have a humidifier in your Marietta home, then you may not be aware of just how useful these devices can truly be. Humidifiers are particularly handy in the winter but can be helpful during any season because they offer a significant number of benefits, including providing better indoor air quality (IAQ) for your Georgia home.
Continue ReadingOne reason Georgia homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace and air conditioning system, you can simply transition your heat pump from the heat setting to the cooling setting and vice versa as seasons warrant.
Continue ReadingFall is a beautiful time of the year—but it comes with a drop in humidity levels. If you’re concerned about the humidity change and want to enhance your comfort inside your Smyrna home, installing a humidifier is an excellent option.
Continue ReadingYou may find it helpful to try out each setting and see which one better suits your needs. Each has its pros and cons. For the most convenient and efficient experience, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends switching to a programmable thermostat. Its automated cycling can save you up to 10 percent yearly on utilities without sacrificing comfort.
Continue ReadingModern homes are well-insulated—which is excellent for temperature control but not ideal for air quality. Your home can trap molecules that trigger allergies or other respiratory issues. That’s why adequate ventilation and balanced humidity are so important.
Continue ReadingWhen you adjust the temperature setting, your thermostat monitors the room or rooms it’s set up in. Each time the air dips below or exceeds the target temperature, your thermostat sends an electric signal to your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment. Once it reaches that temperature, your thermostat tells your air control equipment to go on standby.
Continue ReadingIt’s summertime in Georgia. The team at Carter & Sons HVAC hopes you find time to relax with friends and family and enjoy the beautiful sunny days.
Continue ReadingYour air ducts circulate a supply of fresh and properly treated air. But since ductwork mostly hides behind walls, ceilings, and floors, many Georgia homeowners don’t take the time to monitor its condition.
Continue ReadingThe US Department of Energy (DOE) says air conditioning can account for 35 to 40 percent of your utility bill here in Georgia. At Carter & Sons HVAC, we take energy efficiency seriously.
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