During a wildfire, smoke can make the outdoor air unhealthy to breathe. Local officials may advise you to stay indoors during a smoke event. You should be aware that some of the smoke from outdoors can enter your home and make it unhealthy to breathe indoor air, too. Know how to adjust your HVAC system or air conditioner to keep smoke out. It’s a good idea to get familiar with your HVAC system or air conditioner system, if you have one, so you can adjust it to keep smoke out.
Read MoreIn the Spring when the weather is nice, heating and air conditioning is usually the last thing on our mind.. But now as Summer temperature continue to rise it’s a good time for an HVAC inspection and maintenance.
If your heat pump or air conditioner malfunctions, you may have to go several days without it while you wait for a repair or – worse – several weeks without cool air if it needs to be replaced.
Routine HVAC maintenance will prevent breakdowns, improve your system’s performance, extend its life, and reduce your energy bill.
Read MoreEven under normal conditions, people spend almost 90 percent of their day indoors – either at home or in the office. Because of energy costs, security issues, drafts, noises, and dirty air from outside, people typically do not open their windows. As a result, EPA studies have shown that human exposure to indoor air pollutants may be 2 to 5 times, and sometimes more than 100 times, higher than outdoor levels. The key to improving indoor air quality is to design HVAC and other systems to work together to effectively ventilate apartment communities & offices and minimize sources of indoor pollution.
Read MoreMore than ever, in the past year we really appreciated the impact that the air we breathe can have on our daily lives. As we move forward, indoor air quality management should be at the forefront of any plan to re-open indoor gathering spaces.
Read MoreSummer is approaching and the vaccine rollout has gained a lot of momentum in recent weeks. As the risks of COVID-19 begin to diminish, its time to start thinking about how to safely re-open HOA amenities, pools, and facilities. Following the proper procedures means navigating a number of different guidelines and regulations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), California state mandates, and local health ordinances.
Read MoreCopper is an integral material in domestic hot water systems. From pipes, fittings, and valves, to all the internal parts of a boiler, and even electrical components and wires, copper is the single most essential metal to keep hot water flowing. As the global economy continues to recover, changes in market demands and an overburdened supply chain have substantially increased the cost of copper.
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