If the ducts in your home's HVAC system aren't sealed properly, much of the heated or cooled air that travels through them doesn't arrive at its intended destination. Inadequate sealing of ducts also creates an opposite effect.
When air is not being forced through the duct system, moisture can enter the ducts. Mold grows wherever there is moisture to sustain it. This mold can not only inhibit air flow, but the mold spores can also be blown through the ducts, causing potential health problems for the elderly, children, and anyone in the home with compromised immune systems or allergies.
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When you need to make sure that you are able to stay as cool as you can inside of your home, the way that you take care of your air conditioner means a lot. As a homeowner, this is incredibly important to you and will allow you to make it through your summers without a sweat. Follow these tips below so that you are able to be a good steward of your air conditioner.
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Do you have a dishwasher that you're currently unable to use? It seems to be on, but for some reason, that start button just isn't working. Before you call for help, it's important to find out the potential reason if you can so that you know what you are dealing with. Here are the most common reasons for a dishwasher not starting.
Check the Wiring and Fuses
This can sound like a silly suggestion, but it is one that is commonly forgotten now.
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One of the most important home improvement tasks that you will need to handle as a homeowner is replacing an aging furnace, mostly because an aging furnace can lead to all manner of issues. Listed below are just two of the reasons to consider purchasing a new furnace.
Decreases Your Heating Bills
One of the biggest reasons to consider a new furnace is to avoid large heating bills. In many cases, when a furnace gets older it will begin to get less efficient.
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Does your heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system seem to lag in the efficiency department lately? If you run the system for extended hours just to heat or cool your house, you may want to get it inspected to find out if cleaning it will solve the problem. Find out below how dirt can affect the cooling and heating aspect of an HVAC system.
How Does Dirt Interfere with HVAC System Cooling?
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