Spring brings longer and warmer days. Unfortunately, it also brings unwanted allergies. Irritants in the air cause sneezing, itchy eyes, coughing and wheezing. Consequently, family members with serious conditions like asthma may suffer more during spring months. Air quality in the home is usually lower than the air quality outdoors. Dust, mold, pollen and other
It’s time for spring cleaning. Start the process by scheduling HVAC maintenance with the heating and air specialists at J&W Heating and Air. Regular HVAC maintenance is important for the health of your home and your heating and cooling equipment. Spring is the perfect time for heating, ventilation and air conditioning maintenance before the summer
How Can I Save on Energy Costs? There are several ways to save on your energy costs. Here are some suggestions: Upgrade to a high-efficiency system Adjust the temperature when you are gone for more than a couple of hours Use ceiling fans to move the air around Change your filters Have annual maintenance performed
Everyone knows that energy costs can rise dramatically during winter and summer months because of heating and air conditioning. You try your best to cut down on those cost by conserving whenever possible, but it still doesn’t seem to make much of a difference. In fact, according to the United States Department of Energy, more
Did you know the wrong type of filter in your air conditioner could be doing more harm than good to the quality of air in your home? Many people think that all air filters are the same but there are actually many different kinds and the type that you need really depends on the type
“Spring cleaning.” Is there a less appealing phrase in the English language? Well, maybe “why yes, I would like that fork in my eye”…but “spring cleaning” is right up there with the worst of them. Most of us go through the motions, rushing to complete the vague list of tasks we’ve come up with in
Too many people go years and years without having their air ducts cleaned and some never even have it done at all. I met one homeowner a few years ago who had never had their ducts cleaned in the twenty-five years they owned their house. Of course, this isn’t good practice and is detrimental to
Cleaning: that annoying task you have to do to stop visitors from judging you. We all do it, none of us like it, we’d all much rather sit down to some cake and our favorite tv show than even think about it. Unfortunately, it has to be done. However, even when we do finally arise
Allergies are never a welcomed surprise. You wake up one day with itchy eyes, sneezing and suddenly you know it’s that time of year again. Some of us struggle with things like ragweed and pollen, while others have to suffer through things like hay fever, mold or something obscure that most people don’t even know
Is there really a difference between one thermostat and another? The short answer is yes, but unless you’re a licensed HVAC technician, there are very few times throughout the year where that knowledge would be useful for the average homeowner. The major exception to that would be when you’re going to replace the old one,
If you aren’t a furnace expert, which most people aren’t, then how are you supposed to know if the unit in your home is safe and in good working order? The short answer is that there are a few simple things you can check. Of course, the best way to know your furnace is safe
Allergy season is quickly approaching and you know what that means? Spring cleaning! Allergy control begins at home. When pollen and mold increase outdoors, it’s important for indoor air to be a place of ease for those with allergies. Indoor pollen, mold, dust mites, pet dander and even cockroaches can also cause problems. We’ve put