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Top Benefits of Home Humidity Control

Top Benefits of Home Humidity Control

One of the most beneficial recent advancements in home cooling and heating systems is the addition of humidity control, in addition to temperature control, too many modern thermostats. But why is proper humidity in your home so important? Some of the benefits of proper humidity include: Improves indoor air quality Improves the condition of your skin, eyes, and sinuses You and your loved ones will be ill less frequently Improves concentration Moisture in the air prevents and soothes sore throats…

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Choosing Your Next Thermostat

Choosing Your Next Thermostat

Not all thermostats are not created equal. The fact is that some are far better than others. Some considerations need to be made when planning your home’s temperature control features because your family deserves to be comfortable in your home in Southwest Florida, year-round. What to look for when shopping for a programmable thermostat Ease of use – No one likes to feel outsmarted by their appliances. Your chosen thermostat should be powerful enough to provide you with the ideal…

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Ceiling Fans: The Perfect Pairing with Your Air Conditioning System

Ceiling Fans: The Perfect Pairing with Your Air Conditioning System

Adding ceiling fan usage along with your Air Conditioner can save you money and boost your comfort.   While ceiling fans do not lower the temperature of a room they can increase your comfort level. By using fans you can actually allow the thermostat to be a few degrees higher lowering your bill. According to consumer reports, each degree you raise your temperature can save you 3% to 5% on power costs for the year. Using a ceiling fan can…

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Air Conditioning Issues

Air Conditioning Issues

Air quality encompasses temperature, air quality, and humidity. When your unit is not working as it should be one or more factor may be compromised. Most malfunctions have simple solutions you may be able to fix on your own. If not, don’t worry, that is what the technicians at All Day Air Cooling and Heating are here for. The biggest problem, of course, is that your AC unit stops working altogether. If your unit stops unexpectedly and won’t turn back…

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Should I Get a UV Light in My AC to Help Deter Mold?

Should I Get a UV Light in My AC to Help Deter Mold?

If you have an older AC unit it very likely does not include a UV (Ultra Violet) light. In Florida, it is especially important to listen to the recommendations of your AC technician and include one in your installation initially or add one during maintenance. The reason being that Florida is such a damp humid tropical environment that moisture cannot help but to collect in the ductwork no matter how efficient your HVAC unit is. That small bit of condensation…

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Maybe It’s Not Your AC!

Maybe It’s Not Your AC!

Are your energy bills adding up to more than you would like or expect? Did you give your AC unit the 3rd degree thinking it was the culprit? – If you already had your unit checked and found it to be sound and in good condition you may want to check out a couple of other possible options. Duct Work – This is the number one issue most homes face when it comes to improper cooling. Leaking ductwork not only…

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Does Your Home Seem Dusty? – It Might Be Your Duct Work.

Does Your Home Seem Dusty? – It Might Be Your Duct Work.

We live in a tropical moist climate here in Southwest Florida. It would seem that dust would remain at a minimum. Yet many homes even here in Southwest Florida seem to have the endless chore of dusting. You clean and only a day or so later, the dust is back, beckoning you to get out the Lemon Pledge once again. It doesn’t have to always be this way! It is very likely that your HVAC system is part of the…

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Air Circulation and Red Tide / Blue Green Algae

Air Circulation and Red Tide / Blue Green Algae

The news is spreading that not only are Red Tide and Blue Green Algae a danger in and around the water but also inland further in the very air we breathe. As air blows across the surface of the Gulf, it carries with it aerosol nanoparticles of both the cyanotoxin (from the blue-green algae) and the brevetoxin (from the Red Tide) as well as organophosphates (fertilizer and pesticide runoff). All three of these are toxic and the organophosphate is a…

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AC 101

AC 101

Most people, if asked, would say that air conditioners pump cold air into your home. While that isn’t exactly a wrong answer, it’s not exactly correct either. Mostly an AC unit works by transference of heat. When heat is removed, the cool air remains and lowers the temperature in your home. To better grasp the concept lets take a look at the components involved: The outdoor unit and the indoor unit. They must work together, all year long here in…

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Have You Checked Your Power Bill?

Have You Checked Your Power Bill?

A great way to see how your Air Conditioning unit is holding up is to take your power bill from last year and compare it to the same months this year in 2018. If it has taken a significant rise you may want to call your local AC company such as All Day Air Cooling & Heating to come and just check out and do a maintenance call on your unit to make sure it’s running at top speed. It…

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