A humidifier is a device that emits water vapor to increase the humidity in your home. A humidifier battles the symptoms associated with cold weather. Cold weather can wreak havoc on your respiratory system but it can also damage your wooden furniture or musical instruments. A humidifier combats all of these things by reintroducing the…
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Whether you’re prepared or not, the summer months and warmer weather are moving aside for fall and cooler temps. That means here in Fleetwood, NC, you need to think about preparing your HVAC system for fall maintenance. Maintaining your heating and cooling equipment ensures it’ll run smoothly the way it should when you need it.…
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An air conditioner, just like a car, needs regular maintenance and service to run efficiently. At Scott Brothers Heating & Air we recommend getting your AC unit serviced and cleaned once a year. You should do this in the Spring to ensure that your unit will run with the most efficiency during the hottest Summer…
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One way to save money this summer is by learning how to battle heat build-up, or heat gain, in your Fleetwood, NC, home. By taking a few steps you can minimize the amount of heat that gets trapped inside. This trapped heat can cause your AC to work harder and less efficiently. Here are a…
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A freeze up is when a layer of ice forms on the outside of your AC unit. Whether you have a window unit or a central air system the causes and effects of this, as well as the solutions, are the same. The ice build up on your AC unit creates an inability to cool…
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Indoor air quality (IAQ) is more than ten times (and, in some instances, more than 100 times) more polluted than the air outside, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. These pollutants contribute to many diseases as well as respiratory conditions like asthma and allergies. Installing a ductless air conditioner (AC), also known as a…
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Your air conditioning unit will always make some noise when running, and older units are louder than newer ones, so consider the age of your unit before getting too concerned about the noise that it is making. At Scott Brothers Heating & Air, we recommend a maintenance inspection at least once a year to inspect…
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Air conditioning problems aren’t always predictable, but there are a few common problems that we see over and over again here in Fleetwood, NC. Recognizing what they are might help you to fix the problem, or might simply help you understand what your HVAC technician is referring to when they provide solutions. Open Windows One…
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Having the right sized air conditioner is a key component in cooling your space effectively. A unit that is too small has to run constantly, playing catch up all day trying to fill a space that it isn’t designed for. A unit that is too big will turn on, cool the space quickly and then…
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Air conditioning is crucial for comfort in your daily life here in Fleetwood, NC. A well maintained AC unit, with yearly inspections and monthly filter changes, can last up to 10 or 15 years. So how do you know if you need repairs for your unit or if you need a replacement? 1. Age How…
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