AllTech Services, Inc. Blog: Archive for July, 2016

Know the Benefits of a UV Air Purifier for Your Home

Monday, July 25th, 2016

There are a number of issues out of our control that can lead to poor indoor air within our homes. Since many of these issues can negatively impact our health and comfort, it’s essential that we invest in the systems we need to protect the quality of the air in our living spaces.

For many homeowners, the answer is a basic air filtration system, while others may choose an electronic air purifier. Sometimes though, this is just not enough and you need to actually eliminate more than simply particles already in the air. This is where a UV air purifier comes in.

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What Are You Doing to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality?

Monday, July 18th, 2016

The air in your home may seem clean to the naked eye, but is it really? The truth is that most times the air in a home is actually worse and unhealthier than the air outside. This is because with today’s modern building practices, homes are built tighter to increase the efficiency of HVAC systems.

This is great for your air conditioner or heater, but not so much for your indoor air quality. There’s good news, however! There are a number of indoor air quality products and services on the market today that can considerably improve the quality of your indoor air. Keep reading to learn more.

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Don’t Fall Victim to Broken Pipes

Monday, July 11th, 2016

One of the most common plumbing emergencies people deal with in their homes is leaking pipes. They also tend to be one of the most difficult problems to find, unless of course a burst pipe is leaking huge amounts of water or a clearly visible pipe is leaking.

Unfortunately, this means that many homeowners are unaware that they need plumbing repairs until it’s too late and damage has already been done. The good news though, is that there are some signs you can watch out for that indicate a leak is present, so you can go ahead and call for professional plumbing services.

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Air Conditioning Emergencies: Loud Noises Coming from Your System

Monday, July 4th, 2016

Your air conditioner makes noise. This is no secret. Surely that should never qualify as an emergency right? Well, if the noise is loud and unfamiliar, it just might. Be sure to stay aware and note when your AC system has started to operate at a much louder volume than normal.

Also, it’s important to understand what certain noises can mean and what’s causing them. A loud grinding noise or clanging noise can mean that you have a loose component while a mechanical screeching noise can be the sign of lubricant wearing down on a component. We’ve listed some common problems that can create loud noises below.

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