March 4, 2024

Can You Claim Tax Credits for Your Heating and Air Conditioning System?

Even when you invest in a heating and air conditioning system, it’s wise to keep your receipts for potential tax benefits come tax season. The U.S. Department of Energy extends energy tax credits for specific home upgrades, including enhancements to heating and air conditioning systems. As tax season approaches, you might be wondering if your […]

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Making Home Adjustments to Relieve Your Heating System

It’s time to take action. When the coast is clear, consider dialing down the thermostat by just one degree. This simple tweak can provide much-needed relief to your heating system without sacrificing comfort. And here’s a tip: the ideal moment to make this adjustment is right before bedtime, when everyone is likely snuggled up under

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Debunking Myths About Your Home Heating System

Some myths, like the notion that bananas grow on trees, are innocuous and even amusing, garnering widespread agreement. However, myths surrounding home heating systems, often propagated by well-meaning individuals, can have far-reaching consequences, from compromising safety to inflating monthly utility bills. At Experts In Your Home, we take these matters seriously. But before we delve

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To Clean or Not to Clean Your Heating and Air Conditioning System Ducts?

Identifying when air ducts require cleaning can be a challenging task, unlike more obvious issues such as a leaking air conditioner or a visibly clogged furnace filter. Without the ability to visually inspect the intricate network of ducts within your home, determining their cleanliness presents a significant challenge. Unfortunately, some contractors exploit this uncertainty, using

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“Mythconceptions” Surrounding Your Heating and Air Conditioning System

Whether you label them myths or misconceptions, these ideas can often be blended into what we might call “mythconceptions.” In response to the overwhelming enthusiasm for our recent blog post, “Myths About Your Home Heating System Debunked,” we’ve decided to provide a sequel. While much of our focus remains on heating due to the time

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Expanding Your Focus Beyond Heating Systems: Addressing Poor Indoor Air Quality

If you’re worried about the indoor air quality in your home, it’s worth noting a concerning report released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 2013. The report revealed that pollutants commonly found in American homes can be two to five times higher, and in some cases up to 100 times higher, than outdoor levels.

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4 Common Misconceptions About Your Home Air Conditioning System

Your home’s air conditioning system plays a vital role in keeping you cool and comfortable, particularly during Chico’s scorching summers. However, how well do you understand your system? Below are several prevailing myths that you may have bought into. Misconception #1: The primary purpose of an air conditioning system is solely to provide cool air.

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Could my heating and air conditioning system be causing my allergies?

You don’t need to wear a label declaring yourself an “allergy sufferer” when your coughing, sneezing, and red, watery eyes make it evident to those around you. They likely recognize your symptoms and may feel uncertain about how to alleviate them. When you can’t identify every factor contributing to your allergies, it’s understandable that you

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Ways to Ease the Workload on Your Air Conditioning System

With proper maintenance and attention, central air conditioning units typically have a lifespan of 15 to 20 years, during which they undergo quite a workload. Whether you run your air conditioning system consistently throughout the summer or only when temperatures soar, every air conditioner in California can benefit from some care to keep it operating

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