3 Signs That You May Need New Commercial HVAC Installation
The summer is the period when you will have the most concerns about your business’ HVAC system. The temperatures in the Inland Empire and the other Desert Communities can often reach brutal levels, and an air conditioning system that fails on one of the hottest days of the year usually means major trouble for any …
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Jul 17 2018
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Can Duct Sealing Help with Indoor Air Quality?
Duct sealing is often cited as the best way to improve the energy efficiency of your home’s forced air system. Most homes are in desperate need of it. The US Department of Energy has found that the average home heating system loses approximately 30% of its total heat output to leaks in the ductwork. That’s nearly …
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Jul 17 2018
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Why Low Refrigerant in Your Air Conditioner Is a Big Problem
Refrigerant is a chemical blend that cycles through an air conditioner, changing from a liquid to a gas and back again as it releases and absorbs heat. Through this process, heat exchange, the refrigerant removes heat from inside a house, cooling down the space, and releases the heat to the outdoors. Although the refrigerant goes …
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Jul 17 2018
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A UV Air Purifier Is Great to Stop Winter Illnesses
The winter season, even in a place as warm as the desert towns of Southern California, is also cold and flu season. People are more likely to get sick during the coming months than in any other time of the year, as cold and flu bugs proliferate and drier air makes it easier for them …
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Jul 17 2018
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Air Conditioner Efficiency: What Are EER and SEER?
We’re in the middle of the time of the year when homeowners are often looking into replacing their air conditioning systems. Having a new air conditioning installation in Palm Desert, CA before the big heat of summer strikes is a good idea. If you have any suspicions that your current AC won’t make it through the coming …
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Jul 17 2018
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5 Things We Wish Everyone Knew About Air Conditioning
Living in Southern California makes air conditioners a part of daily life during the summers—as well as other parts of the year. But how much do you really know about the AC system that keeps your home cool? Below are five facts about air conditioning systems that we wish everybody knew, since they make it …
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Jul 17 2018
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What Is a Packaged Air Conditioner?
Most air conditioning units, especially those used in homes, are comprised of two separate units. One unit is installed inside the house, where it is hooked up to the ductwork and power source. The other unit is installed outside the house, and is connected to the inside unit by a conduit that includes a refrigerant …
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Jul 17 2018
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Tips on How to Install a Ductless System on Your Own (Spoilers: Don’t!)
Okay, we gave away a lot of the content of this post in the title. You see, we can’t give you any tips on how to handle putting in a ductless air conditioning and heating system yourself because this job must be left to air conditioning professionals. But aren’t ductless mini splits easier to install than …
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Jul 17 2018
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July Employee of the Month – Paul Bird
Congratulations to our July Employee of the Month, Lead Installer, Paul Bird! He has demonstrated an eagerness to excel in his field and willingness to broaden his knowledge. Paul has been with Russell’s for one and a half years and has always shown signs of being a true leader by stepping in beyond his regular …
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Jul 17 2018
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Keep AC Costs Down During a Heat Wave
Summer is here, and your air conditioner is most likely running full-time for the season. Believe it or not, there are ways to keep your air conditioning costs down, even when we experience a long stretch of very warm weather. Helping to cut costs doesn’t just help your wallet; it also helps your air conditioning …
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