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Air Radon

Will an Air Purifier Remove Radon Gas in a Home?

Radon gas is a silent health hazard that can seep into your home without warning. This odorless, colorless gas forms naturally in the soil and can enter through cracks in your foundation or other small…

Tom PelletierNovember 27, 2024

Air Home Maintenance

Where Should You Place CO2 Detectors in a Home?

Protecting yourself from hidden dangers at home starts with properly installing CO detectors. While CO2 (carbon dioxide) is often confused with CO (carbon monoxide), it's CO that makes it critical to place detectors correctly. CO…

Tom PelletierOctober 2, 2024

Air Home Inspections

What Are the Symptoms of a Slow Gas Leak in a Home?

Gas leaking anywhere in your home is a serious safety concern, including a slow leak that develops gradually or isn't immediately obvious. Any type can create hazardous conditions in a home or building. Recognize the…

Tom PelletierAugust 8, 2024

Parts of an air conditioning system to know

Air HVAC

A Simple Guide to the Main Parts of Your Air Conditioning System

Peeling back the layers of your air conditioning system reveals more than just wires and coils – it uncovers fascinating interactions of technology and engineering, designed to keep you comfortable. This guide will take a…

Tom PelletierApril 4, 2024

Air conditioners can shut off for various reasons and some can be fixed independently

Air

Why Does My Air Conditioner Turn Off By Itself?

Nothing disrupts comfort faster than an air conditioner that randomly shuts off. This frustrating issue leaves you sweating it out, wondering what caused the shutdown. Fortunately, understanding the top reasons an AC might turn off…

Steve MangekianJanuary 31, 2024

Air

What is a Fresh Air Intake Vent

We all want fresh air to come into our homes. You might think that just opening the window, or the back door will do that. It does, but to make sure that the HVAC is…

Steve MangekianJuly 7, 2021