Air Conditioner
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Make Your Home Work for You: Smart Home Automation
How does smart home automation work and how can it help your home function more efficiently? Security systems Security systems have undergone a great transformation over the years. First, there were systems that sounded loud alarms, and from there, systems were made to contact emergency services...
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New DOE Changes Will Increase Equipment Costs in 2018
New commercial efficiency regulations are taking place in two months. In the near future, you should expect to see new ratings on commercial HVAC equipment as a result of the “largest energy-saving standard” change on record. This change will affect commercial air conditioners, commercial heat ...
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New Home Inspection Checklist
What do you need to look for when purchasing a new home? Purchasing a new home is a fun process, but there are things you need to look for before you make your dream home a reality. Thankfully, we have prepared a checklist of common HVAC and plumbing needs new homes often require upon move-in. Belo...
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Proud to be an official Trane dealer
Most people recognize Trane as one of the nation’s most trusted HVAC brands, but what is it that makes Trane so special and reliable, and why do we highly recommend their products and services? Have a heating, cooling, or plumbing problem, but no time to wait for a repairman? Nee...
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Purchasing a New Home
What do I need to look for when I am purchasing a new home? For many people, buying a home is a rite of passage. And why not? Purchasing a home means creating a space of your own, setting down roots, joining a community, and having a place that always feels safe. Purchasing a home is a fun process,...
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Quick DIY HVAC Maintenance
Have a heating, cooling, or plumbing problem, but no time to wait for a repairman? Need a second opinion on an existing quote?We’ll give you free advice about your question or problem. In many cases, you’ll get an estimate or the help you need during the video call. Free Over-...
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SEER and the Federal Standards for Air Conditioning Efficiency
The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) is an air conditioning efficiency rating. Your unit's SEER rating is the difference between two measurements: BTUs divided by watts per hour (Wh). So, SEER = BTU / Wh, and the higher the SEER, the more efficiency you are receiving from y...
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Spring into Action
In the Midwest, the spring season is filled with rainy weather, sunny skies, and blooming flowers. One way to take advantage of the mild weather is to get your home ready for the intense summer days ahead. Take a weekend and do these simple spring-cleaning tasks to ensure your home is able to w...
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The Key to Energy Efficiency
Have a heating, cooling, or plumbing problem, but no time to wait for a repairman? Need a second opinion on an existing quote?We’ll give you free advice about your question or problem. In many cases, you’ll get an estimate or the help you need during the video call. Free Over-...
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The Transition to Low-GWP Refrigerants: What You Need to Know
Featured Acronyms GWPGlobal Warming PotentialHFCHydrofluorocarbonCFCChlorofluorocarbonMIEMinimum Ignition EnergyEPAEnvironmental Protection Agency Refrigerants are essential components of modern heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. They play a crucial role in transferring heat ...
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Turn Up the Savings With an Energy-Efficient HVAC System
It's the moment you always dread—opening your monthly energy bill only to find that it increased again from last month. Now the question is, how do you lower your bill and increase energy efficiency? That's why, Commercial Service has partnered with Trane, experts in energy efficiency ...
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Understanding the New HVAC Efficiency Regulations
Okay, here we go. On January 1, 2023, The Department of Energy (DOE) implemented new minimum efficiency standards for residential and commercial HVAC equipment. These regulations aim to reduce energy consumption and make HVAC systems more efficient and sustainable. Let’s dive into the key changes ...
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Warm Weather Prep Checklist
As we’re heading into the warmer months, it’s important to prepare your home for the change in temperature. Have a heating, cooling, or plumbing problem, but no time to wait for a repairman? Need a second opinion on an existing quote?We’ll give you free advice about your ques...
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What is an air compressor?
Expanding on the different types of compressors HVAC terminology can be challenging to understand if you are not in the industry. It can be very frustrating when your HVAC system stops working, and you are left guessing at the problem. At Commercial Service, we are committed to helping people under...
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Zone Control
Zoning in on the Perfect Balance of Comfort and Efficiency in your Home Whether your home is old or new chances are it can be hard to find just the right temperature for your needs. Maybe it gets way too hot upstairs, but downstairs feels arctic? Or maybe you’ve thought about becoming a little mo...