HELPFUL HINTS: CONSERVING ENERGY & STAYING WARM
Don’t forget to vent!!! Close off and seal vents that blow air into rooms that you rarely enter or use, such as guest rooms and storage rooms. Make sure the furnace vents in the rooms you DO use are not obstructed in any way. Let the Sunshine In!! Use the sun’s natural heating power by […]
6 simple ways to make your window air conditioner last longer
Original Post by CNET (Click here to view CNET’s Post) It’s getting hot outside. Here’s how to keep your window AC unit in top shape for as long as possible. When the weather brings the heat, a window air conditioner can help you keep your cool. A window AC unit can last upward of 10 years with regular maintenance. […]
Taking Care of Your Indoor Air
Almost all of our time is spent indoors. Therefore, if polluted, the air that we breathe indoors is more dangerous than the air outdoors. Without the proper cautionary measures, the negative effects of poor indoor air quality are sure to be noticed. Indoor Dangers When there is indoor air pollution, spending long periods of time […]
Benefits of Amana Air Conditioners
Amana air conditioners allow for indoor comfort all year round. They are capable of quickly removing moisture and heat from indoor air. This can all be done by simply setting the unit’s thermostat to the desired temperature, resulting in the unit automatically cooling to that level. Fan speed can be manually selected or the automatic […]
The benefits of using an air purifier in your Maryland home…
Breathing in quality air is not an issue that only affects outdoor spaces. Outdoor allergens and pollutants such as dust, vehicle exhaust, bacteria, viruses, pollen and smoke find their way into our homes very easily, thereby affecting the quality of air inside too. This is in addition to existing sources of indoor pollution such as […]
Benefits of Energy Efficient Furnaces
Furnaces are of the utmost importance on cold days. In fact, it is common for a furnace to be running non-stop for multiple days during the freezing winter months. If you have a low-efficiency furnace and if you are keeping your furnace on for this long to achieve that warm, cozy feeling, chances are, you […]
AC Tune-Up: Pre Season Maintenance
What is an Air Conditioning (AC) Tune-Up ? Did you know that scheduling a professional tune-up and spending a little up front can SAVE you money in the long run? Regular maintenance of your HVAC system is extremely important. Most people only realize that after the system brakes down at the most inconvenient time of the […]
Gas vs Electric Heat
Gas Heating VS Electric Heating As you may know natural gas still remains the most used home heating fuel in the United States. However, it may not be available in all areas. Homeowners who do not have access to natural gas, or those who may prefer a different type of heating may look towards electricity […]
Our New Hero
OUR NEW HERO………….. Your air conditioner is on the fritz. You call your favorite HVAC company (you don’t say!!! It’s AMS Air Conditioning & Heating!!! 🙂 The technician tells you that your system is low on refrigerant and will need an infusion of approximately 5 pounds to operate smoothly. Best case scenario, your system […]
Which Thermostat Are You?
Which Thermostat Are You? (quiz) Your friends and family would describe you as: A) A person with traditional values, not quick to buy the newest gadget, one who prefers certainty and stability. B) Extremely tech-savvy, a consumer of the latest, most advanced gadgets out there with a high level of comfort programming from a distance. […]