Earth Day Special: How to Make Your Home More Energy-Efficient

April 22, 2025

Earth Day is an annual international event and an opportunity to consider how we can reduce our environmental impact. For homeowners, HVAC systems often take center stage. Air conditioning contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, primarily through electricity use and refrigerants. Behind AC, heating is the top contributor to the average U.S. household’s carbon footprint. Let’s explore the HVAC choices you can make to reduce that footprint and perhaps save money. Schedule Seasonal HVAC Maintenance Most households require two maintenance appointments a year: a heating tune-up in the fall and a cooling

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The Importance of Indoor Air Quality During Utah’s Allergy Season

March 25, 2025

Springtime in Utah brings blooming flowers, warmer temperatures, and unfortunately, a surge in allergens that can make life miserable for allergy sufferers. From pollen and dust to mold spores, the outdoor air is filled with particles that can easily find their way indoors, impacting your health and comfort. While you can’t control the air quality outside, you can create a safe haven within your home. By taking proactive steps to improve indoor air quality, you not only protect your respiratory health but also enhance overall well-being! Safeguarding Your Indoor Air Quality Keeping

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New Year, New HVAC Goals: How to Lower Energy Bills in 2025

January 2, 2025

Winter is here, and with it comes big energy bills that can bust your budget. Let’s explore some tips to help you save money while keeping you warm and safe. Set Moderate Temperatures Every degree you lower your heating can result in a 1% savings on your energy bill. Indoor temperatures as low as 64 degrees Fahrenheit are safe for adults, according to the World Health Organization. As low as 68 degrees is safe for children and seniors. You don’t necessarily have to keep it that low, but consider dressing warmer and adjusting your temps based

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Can a Heat Pump Also Cool My Home?

November 12, 2024

When people hear about heat pumps, they may initially think it has something to do with heating. However, it might surprise you that heat pumps can also cool your home. In this article, we’ll explain how heat pumps work and how they can effectively keep your home comfortable year-round. What Is a Heat Pump? A heat pump is a highly efficient heat transfer system that uses electricity to move heat between your home and the outdoors. It consists of three main components: the indoor air handler with an evaporator coil, copper tubing filled

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How Whole-Home Humidifiers Can Benefit Your Hair and Skin

October 2, 2024

Dry air in your American Fork home can wreak havoc on your skin and hair. A whole-house humidifier can benefit them in these nine noticeable and helpful ways. 1. Adding Moisture to the Air The primary way that a whole-house humidifier benefits your skin and hair involves adding moisture to your home’s air. Factors like cold winter weather, drafts in your home’s ductwork and around your windows and doors, and extreme indoor heat can also contribute to the dry air in your home. You can effectively combat them and improve the condition of your skin

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Tips on Choosing the Best HVAC Filter For Your System

October 2, 2024

Your HVAC filter is responsible for removing unwanted contaminants from the air inside your HVAC system and your home. This goes a long way in protecting the internal components of your heating and cooling systems while enhancing the quality of air inside your home. When you first start looking at filters, it can be quite overwhelming. We’re going to share with you our top tips for choosing the perfect HVAC filter for your system. Know Your MERV Ratings HVAC filters are typically given a MERV rating (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value). The higher the rating,

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How Do UV Lights Work for HVAC Systems?

September 5, 2024

We all want to breathe clean, fresh air in our homes, right? But sometimes, allergens, bacteria, and other airborne pollutants can make that a bit challenging. One powerful solution you might not have heard of yet is UV (ultraviolet) lights for your HVAC system. Let’s dive into how these lights work and why they could be a game-changer for your indoor air quality! What Are UV Lights and How Do They Work? UV lights, or ultraviolet lights, are a type of light that’s invisible to the human eye, but they pack a serious punch

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6 Key Differences Between Residential and Commercial HVAC

July 10, 2024

Residential and commercial HVAC systems heat and cool buildings to maintain safe, comfortable temperatures indoors. They also extract excess humidity and offer limited air filtration. However, this is often where their similarities end. Whether replacing climate control equipment in your American Fork, UT home or business, you should know these six ways in which residential and commercial HVAC systems differ. 1. Size HVAC equipment sizing is about far more than measuring the total square footage of your intended service area. Reputable HVAC installers always use the Manual J Load Calculation to determine the

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Understanding SEER Ratings for Utah Homes?

June 15, 2024

Seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) is a tool for consumers that indicates the efficiency of a cooling system. The U.S. requires all products that use energy or water to have an Energy Guide label. This is a big yellow sticker on the unit. This label is where you’ll find the SEER rating for air conditioners and heat pumps along with other energy-related information. What Is SEER? SEER is a rating system that measures efficiency over a full cooling season. The higher the number, the more efficient the system is and the cheaper it will be

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How Often Do I Need HVAC Maintenance?

May 29, 2024

If you’re like most homeowners, you have an HVAC system that helps keep you and your family comfortable throughout the year. Whether you have just a furnace or both a furnace and a centralized cooling unit, you’ll need to schedule professional maintenance with a local HVAC company. Knowing when to schedule this maintenance is necessary to keep your system(s) in good working order. One Maintenance Appointment Per Unit It’s highly recommended that you schedule professional maintenance at least once a year for each type of unit. You’ll want to schedule service for your cooling system in

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