How Your Thermostat Can Negatively Impact Your Cooling System
The thermostats in your home are actually one of the most powerful components of your air conditioning system. If they start to go bad it can cause big problems for your comfort and efficiency. Here at Russell’s Heating and Air Conditioning we know how important your air conditioning is—especially during the summer heat. We wanted …
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Jul 16 2018
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When Is Your Ductwork Beyond Repair?
Without ductwork, your HVAC system simply could not function. As long as your system is regularly maintained and cared for, your ducts have the potential to last for decades. However, at some point you may need a replacement. This is due to age, natural wear and tear, or even damage from outside forces. If you’ve …
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Is Regular Duct Cleaning Really Necessary?
We often hear this question from our customers, and we understand why people may feel hesitant about scheduling duct cleaning work. The unfortunate truth is that there are a number of disreputable companies and individuals that claim to offer duct cleaning, but are actually only looking to upsell homeowners on other products while providing the …
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Get Ready for “Godzilla” El Niño with Furnace Maintenance!
Southern California experiences some of the mildest winters in the continental United States. Our “heating season” usually means a few cool days, some slighter colder nights, and the occasional rainfall. You need to have a working heating system for this time, but it isn’t as major a concern for most homes as keeping the air …
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Noises That Mean You Should Schedule Furnace Repair
Here in Palm Springs, CA furnace repair issues matter more than you might think. We live in a desert, which certainly means hot days. But nights can get very cold and if your furnace goes on the fritz, you could be looking at a chilly and uncomfortable household until you get it fixed. Learning to …
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The Importance of Effective Insulation
The US Department of Energy (DOE) states that approximately half of the energy used in American homes goes towards heating or cooling the home. That being said, it’s only natural that you want to make sure that your air conditioner is working as effectively and efficiently as possible, to help you save money on these …
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What to Consider During the Installation of Your Air Conditioning System
Finding a new air conditioning system can be a hard task for many homeowners. Here at Russell’s Heating and Air Conditioning we want to help make the process easier which is why we put together a quick list of some of the things to consider as you move through the process. Give us a call …
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Can I Put Radiant Heating in My Home?
Radiant heating is a unique form of heating that involves warming your home through the floor. It offers a number of advantages over traditional heating systems and here in Palm Springs, CA heating trends tend to favor its use over other systems. “Can I put radiant heating in my home?” you ask. The answer is …
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What Happens During a Heating Maintenance Appointment?
Many people don’t understand how in-depth a maintenance appointment is, which is one of the reasons why scheduling a maintenance appointment can be overlooked. Annual heater maintenance involves a lot more than a quick visual inspection of your system. There are multiple steps involved, as well as thorough inspection and cleaning. To help you understand …
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Ways to Boost Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality in Winter
Southern California isn’t known for its brutal, bone-rattling winters. In fact, for many days during the season we won’t need to turn on our heating systems at all to stay warm. If a home has good insulation in its walls and attic and the doors and windows remain shut, it often traps enough heat indoors …
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