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5 Benefits of an Annual AC Inspection

By and large, people hate spending money on insurance, even though insurance comes in many different forms.  The problem with the traditional kind, however – take auto insurance, for example – is that you can’t touch, see or feel it, but it still costs an arm and a leg.  And the only time it does you any good?  Right: when something goes wrong.

Then there are other kinds of insurance, such as preventative maintenance for your central air conditioning system.  At its core, its purpose is to prevent costly repair problems.  But unlike an extended warranty or traditional insurance policy, AC preventative maintenance is a process undertaken inside and outside your home by the skilled, experienced, and licensed HVAC technicians here at Absolute Air.

In addition to preventing repair problems, our preventative maintenance service can deliver these key benefits:

  • Longer system lifespan
  • Cleaner indoor air
  • Reduced indoor humidity
  • Added safety for your family

That’s a lot of value for a very affordable service. Come to think of it, we see it as the most value-rich AC service we offer.

Still not convinced?  Well, let’s say you recently purchased a new AC system, one that’s still under warranty.  Failure to have preventative maintenance performed by a qualified HVAC technician could nullify that warranty, an important type of insurance in its own right.

So, for all the right reasons, we invite you to contact Absolute Air today to schedule our AC preventative maintenance service.  It’s the best you to – you guessed it – ensure a summer’s worth of cool, comfortable indoor conditions.

The Negative Health Effects of New Carpet Odors

“New” can be a wonderful scent. A new car with leather interior, a fresh coat of paint, new wood furniture – there’s nothing quite like it.

Then again, some household odors, however new they might be, aren’t nearly as inviting. Take new carpet and carpet padding, for example. That familiar smell can last for weeks or months after installation, and usually is caused by the emission of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) such as formaldehyde and other air pollutants that are used in the manufacturing process.

That familiar smell can last for weeks or months after installation, and usually is caused by the emission of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) such as formaldehyde and other air pollutants that are used in the manufacturing process.

Carpet odors are also known as “off gassing” which can trigger asthma and other allergic reactions. That’s from the fire-retardant neurotoxins used in the manufacture of some carpet products, the likes of which can cause fatigue, skin rashes or breathing problems in addition to asthma.
What protection do you, as a consumer have? First and foremost, do your research and always read the labels before making your purchase. Since 1993, for example, the carpet industry has required manufacturers to label carpets with a health advisory warning that reads as follows: “Some people experience allergic or flu-like symptoms, headaches, or respiratory problems, which are associated with the installation, cleaning or removal of carpeting.”

Here’s what else you can do to minimize or eliminate any health risks from new carpeting:

• Ask the installer to air out the new carpet for a day or two before installation.

• Leave windows open and a fan going for a few days, too.

• Make sure the installer seals seams with a non-toxic adhesive. Glue is another potential source of indoor air pollution.

• Vacuum frequently and deep clean annually to avoid triggering other allergic reactions.

At Absolute Air, we are indoor air quality specialists who can help you maintain clean and healthy living environment all year long. Contact us today to learn about our whole-house air filtration solutions or to schedule a free in-home consultation and proposal for air conditioning repair Forney TX.

How to Choose a Heating & Cooling Company

When something goes wrong with your home heating or cooling system, what are you most likely to do?

Well, if you don’t already have a reliable service provider, chances are you’re going to ask a friend or neighbor for a recommendation, OR conduct a Google search, check out some reviews, and hope for the best.

Still, when people go searching on the internet, they’re inclined to type in exactly what they’re looking for, instead of thinking about the bigger picture.  Our point is, instead of searching for “heating repairs services” “AC repair services”, you’ll do yourself a giant favor by searching for a heating and cooling company at the same time with a search phrase like “HVAC repair services,” “heating and cooling companies,” “heating and cooling repairs,” and so on.

Just to clarify, HVAC stands for “Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning.”  By using that phrase or something similar while you search online, you’re bound to come up with a list of companies that are equally strong in heating AND cooling services, vs. one or the other.  Which further means that if you like the service you get and the value you receive on the AC side, you’ll already know who to call for any type of work on your heating system.

Also, let’s not neglect the “V” part of the HVAC equation.  Why?  Because an experienced HVAC company also can provide healthier and more comfortable living conditions by ensuring proper airflow, the right amount of humidity, and cleaner indoor air.

Or, perhaps you’re already searching for a local service provider and found this blog along the way.  If so, we invite you to contact Absolute Air for any indoor comfort need: heating, cooling, and ventilation alike.  It will be our pleasure to serve you.
Call and Ask for Custom Proposal for air conditioning services in Forney TX.

How to Increase Indoor Humidity During the Winter Months

If your furnace is robbing your home of much needed the moisture during the winter, it’s likely you and other family members are experiencing one or more of the following symptoms of dry house syndrome:

  • Frequent bloody noses
  • Dry skin
  • Dry throat
  • Itchy, watery eyes
  • Static electrical shock
  • Frizzy, unmanageable hair
  • A worsening of allergy and asthma problems

You know what else overly dry air can do?  It can shrink your wooden floors, doors, and furniture, potentially causing them to crack or warp. The same goes for musical instruments. Dry air also can cause electronic equipment to fail from the same static electricity that can easily prompt one too many “ouch” moments.

The Perfect Cure for Dry Indoor Air

While there are numerous self-help remedies available to moisturize your air, none are as effective as a whole-house humidifier from Absolute Air – one that will provide just the right amount of relative humidity throughout your home, working in tandem with your furnace to create ideal levels of comfort.

Besides putting a stop to bloody noses, dry skin and hair, and all the rest, a whole-house humidifier will help decrease your home heating costs by about 4%.  That’s because, with added moisture in the air, you’ll feel perfectly comfortable at lower thermostat settings.  It’s the same principle that makes you feel warmer outdoors when humidity levels are high.

Plus, we can integrate humidifier control with your programmable thermostat.

Ready to put an end to the bone-dry air you’ve grown to know and loathe?  Contact Absolute Air today request a free in-home quote on a new whole-house humidifier.

It’s just one more way we can enhance your family’s year-round indoor comfort.

The Right Insulation Can Help Reduce Your Home Energy Costs

Insulation is one of the easiest ways to save on your heating and cooling costs. Depending on where you place it, it also cuts back on noise.  Here just a few of the ways you can accomplish both:

Outlets & Switches

Foam padding under an outlet cover greatly reduces heat loss. Outlets and switches are a significant source of energy loss and for just pennies you can fix the problem.

Garage Door

Adding a layer of insulation to the back of the garage door will keep your garage warmer in the winter, and your home along with it. The added layer of insulation also minimizes noise.

Doors and Windows

Adding weather stripping and caulk to all your windows and doors keep drafts out and warm air in. If you already have weather stripping in place, be sure to check it yearly as it can crack or detach over time.

Attics

Insulation can breakdown over time or perhaps wasn’t installed properly in the first place.  Check your attic and crawl spaces to be sure there is enough insulation to prevent warm air from sailing through the attic and right outdoors.  The right amount is 6” deep with no gaps anywhere.  Keeping your attic well insulated also helps prevent ice dams from forming on the roof.

Ducts and Pipes

Insulating any air ducts and pipes located in unheated spaces can help minimize energy loss over time. Adding a layer around pipes, especially those on exterior walls, not only prevents heat loss but can prevent those pipes from freezing, cracking, and bursting while winter batters away outdoors.

Here’s another way to keep your energy costs to a bare minimum this winter:  contact Absolute Air to request our heating system cleaning and inspection service.  A well-maintained system is more likely to operate at peak efficiency while reducing repair frequency and costs.

5 Home Organizing Tips

blogLet’s say you’re a teacher and report cards are due but, in this case, you’re the only pupil and you’re being graded on only one task:  creating order out of chaos. With that in mind, what grade would you enter in the computer on your own report card?  If it’s one you wouldn’t be proud of, you’re a candidate for the following 5 home organizing tips.

Trust us:  they work.

Bins: Storage bins come in many different sizes and colors. Most are stackable, which allows you to make the most of an unused space. Use the height of a shelf and build up! Storage bins can be used to store spices and keep them separated, or to make packets of soup, dip mix, or hot cocoa more easily accessible.

Hanging shoe bag: Utilizing the back of a door – any door! – is a great way to organize and make use of previously unutilized space.  Other than help you organize shoes, hanging shoe bags can serve virtually any other purpose you have in mind.  How about as a space to house snacks for your kids, each child with their own pouch?  Or how about better organizing and storing cleaning supplies, a doll collection, school supplies, or scarves and gloves!  So many possibilities.

Lazy Susans: A Lazy Susan not only helps you organize under-cabinet items, but help you get to the stuff in back a lot quicker than might otherwise be possible.  So, the only question is, do you have enough of them for things like spices, baking supplies, cooking oils, and more.

Stepped shelving:  Stepped shelving is another convenient way to more easily reach items in the back spaces on pantry, closet and even cabinet shelves.  That way you can turn one shelf into two or more and organize the contents by how frequently you use them and by height.  Just one more way to save you time digging through the same stuff you just dug through yesterday.

Peg Boards: A peg board is a great addition to any pantry.  With a few S hooks on the board, you can hang kitchen utensils and cookware and, in the process, gain more drawer or shelf space. Colorful clothes pins can be affixed to the board and hold opened bags of snacks, pasta, or beans. You also can add shelves to a peg board for such items such as flour, sugar, and tea canisters.

If you get ambitious in creating more and better ways to organize your household, just be sure not to cover up your heating and cooling vents with new shelving or storage items.  That’s because part of the effectiveness of your home comfort systems depends on unrestricted air flow.

If you have any questions at all before undertaking your next home improvement project about how it might impact your heating and cooling systems, just give us a call:  Absolute Air.  Your complete home heating and cooling resource.

 

 

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