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Differences Between Residential and Commercial HVAC

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Differences Between Residential and Commercial HVAC

Navigating the complex world of HVAC systems can be challenging, especially when it comes to understanding the nuances that separate residential systems from their commercial counterparts. Precision Air is here to uncover these differences, providing clarity to homeowners and business owners alike. Let’s delve into the key distinctions that impact performance, maintenance, and overall satisfaction.

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Gas Furnace Safety Tips for Fire Prevention Week

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Gas Furnace Safety Tips for Fire Prevention Week

When Fire Prevention Week rolls around, there’s more to safety than just checking your smoke detectors (although that’s super important too). With chilly weather making a comeback, it’s time to talk about the unsung hero of cozy fall nights: your gas furnace. You may not know, but heating systems are a close second to cooking when it comes to causing home fires. So, let’s walk through some safety tips to ensure your furnace is more of a comfort than a concern.

In this article we’ll cover:

  • Fire Prevention Week: Quick Recap
  • How a Gas Furnace Works
  • Gas Furnace Safety Tips: Keeping It Secure
  • When to Consider a Gas Furnace Replacement

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What Should Routine HVAC Maintenance Include?

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What Should Routine HVAC Maintenance Include?

Most homeowners know that residential HVAC maintenance is crucial to their home’s comfort. However, most do not understand what goes on during their scheduled maintenance. Without the proper knowledge of what happens during your scheduled maintenance, you risk missing key signs of something wrong with your unit. 

By performing regular maintenance on your HVAC system, you can prevent breakdowns, improve indoor air quality, and prolong the life of your system. The team at Precision Air takes pride in providing transparent service to households around Nashville. We want homeowners who maintain their systems to know precisely what to expect during our visit. 

This blog will cover what to expect during your routine HVAC maintenance, including:

  • Checking overall operation
  • Changing air filters
  • Clearing drains
  • Examining coils
  • Inspect heating systems
  • Measuring refrigerant levels
  • Monitoring fans, blowers, and motors

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Is a Geothermal System Right for Your Home?

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. As more households across the country move toward sustainable options, geothermal systems become an attractive method of heating and cooling your home year-round.

Homeowners have plenty of options to choose from when it comes to heating and cooling their homes efficiently. One of those options is a trusty geothermal system. As more households across the country move toward sustainable options, geothermal systems become an attractive method of heating and cooling your home year-round. Geothermal technologies for circulating air around a home have existed for decades and have proven to be an incredible alternative to traditional HVAC systems. However, many homeowners are unfamiliar with geothermal energy for heating and cooling. 

If this is your first time hearing about geothermal systems, let us introduce you. The friendly service experts at Precision Air want homeowners to know all there is to know about geothermal heating and cooling. With our list of perks, you’ll be able to determine whether a geothermal system is right for your home. 

In this blog, we’ll delve into the world of geothermal systems and explore the following:

  • Defining what a geothermal system is.
  • Exploring the differences between a geothermal system and a traditional HVAC.
  • Helping determine if a geothermal system is suitable for your home by exploring its benefits.

 

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Do You Need An Air Filter or an Air Purifier?

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Do You Need An Air Filter or an Air Purifier?

When preserving your home’s health, there’s nothing better than clean air. Your home’s HVAC system likely has air filters that help keep your indoor air as clean as possible. Air filters are paramount to keeping a home’s air flow fresh and healthy.

As an essential part of your HVAC system, your air filters bear a heavy burden. But as hard as they may work, a valid question still stands: is an air filter enough?

In this blog, we’ll explore: 

  • What air filters are and what they do
  • How air purifiers help a space’s air quality
  • How to maintain the most effective air purifying systems

 

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Replacing vs. Repairing: How To Make The Right Call

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Replacing vs. Repairing: How To Make The Right Call

To repair or replace—that is the question plaguing thousands of homeowners with a faulty HVAC system. However, this is not an easy question to answer for most people. Deciding whether to repair or replace your HVAC unit can affect your home’s comfort and budget, so everything should be taken into consideration. With the right advice, you can be sure to make the right call. 

Making the correct choice when it comes to replacing versus repairing your HVAC unit can be a struggle. Luckily, with the expert help of the friendly Precision Air technicians, you can feel secure in your decision to repair or replace. Below, we’ll share tips on what aspect of your HVAC’s health should influence your choice.

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HVAC Tips To Keep Your Power Bill Down

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HVAC Tips To Keep Your Power Bill Down

During the summer months, it’s common for homeowners across the South to start sweating because of their power bills. As the heat rises, so do utility costs. Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are crucial in keeping your home fresh and comfortable during those scorching summer months. However, they also significantly contribute to increased energy consumption. 

Homeowners face big challenges during the summer when it comes to their power bills. Fortunately, they don’t have to compromise between comfort and the consequences of high heat. There are several effective ways to optimize your HVAC system’s performance and reduce your energy usage, and some of the most crucial ones are easy fixes. 

With enough awareness and advice, homeowners can enjoy the benefits of a well-functioning HVAC system without racking up impressive power bills. Below, the experts at Precision Air will share some helpful HVAC tips to keep your power bill down.

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Indoor Air Pollutants to Look Out For

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Indoor Air Pollutants to Look Out For

Many factors play into a home’s comfort. From the right temperature to cleanliness, homeowners do all they can to ensure their families inhabit a comfortable and inviting space. However, indoor air quality is a crucial aspect of maintaining a happy and healthy home and many homeowners remain unaware of the potential pollutants that lurk in their spaces.  

Homeowners should familiarize themselves with the indoor air pollutants that threaten their home’s indoor air quality. The experts at Precision Air recognize how crucial this information is, which is why they have compiled a list of indoor air pollutants to look out for below.

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3 Things to Know About Geothermal Maintenance

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3 Things to Know About Geothermal Maintenance

Geothermal heating and cooling systems feature incredible technologies that translate into multiple benefits for homeowners. From energy efficiency to cost savings, homeowners with geothermal systems can rest assured that they have reliable and eco-friendly heating and cooling technologies in their spaces.

However, like all cooling and heating technologies, geothermal systems require consistent maintenance to ensure they perform at their best year-round. Luckily, with friendly experts like our contractors, your geothermal heating and cooling system can keep running smoothly. At Precision Air, we know all the ins and outs of geothermal maintenance. If you’re in the market for this specialized service, make sure you get all the facts about geothermal maintenance from the pros.

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What is HVAC?

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What is HVAC?
HVAC: you know you need it serviced every so often, and you know that it’s crucial to your home’s comfort. But what exactly is HVAC? Most homeowners and business owners have a general idea of what HVAC means, but struggle to name the specifics. HVAC systems are vital to the comfort and health of a space.  Functional knowledge about HVAC grants people the tools to identify when their systems are running properly and when they need help. Luckily, the friendly experts at Precision Air have a guide to help you understand HVAC basics. Read on so you can answer “What is HVAC?” with confidence.

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