PRK Services, Inc. Blog: Archive for August, 2016

Fall Heating Preparations You Need to Think About Right Now

Monday, August 29th, 2016

It’s pretty hard to imagine sometimes, but we’re already heading into fall of 2016. Summer is winding down, and soon it will be time to turn off your air conditioner and turn on your heater. Before we get to that point, though, it’s important that you take steps to make sure your heater is ready for the heating season. One of the best ways to do that is with heating maintenance. Let’s take a look at the benefits of fall heating maintenance.

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How to Keep Your Indoor Air Quality High This Summer

Monday, August 22nd, 2016

Keeping cool is definitely a top priority during the summer months, but it’s not the only thing that you need to worry about. Indoor air quality often declines during the summer, as people seal their homes off from the outside environment as much as possible. If you know what to do, though, you can keep your indoor air quality in good shape throughout the summer. Let’s take a look at how you can keep your indoor air quality high this summer.

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Do I Really Need a Dehumidifier if I Run My AC?

Monday, August 15th, 2016

Humidity is a horrible thing to deal with, especially during a record-breaking summer heat wave like we’ve been having recently. Humidity raises the evaporation point of liquids like sweat, which makes it harder for your body to cool itself. That’s why humid days seem so much hotter than dry ones. Many people want to get rid of the excess humidity in their homes, but they may not necessarily want to install a system to deal with it. We often get the above question from those people. Read on to find out why your air conditioner is not enough to dehumidify your home.

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Why Your AC Isn’t Cooling Properly

Monday, August 8th, 2016

The middle of a record breaking summer is a pretty bad time to have your air conditioner develop problems. Still, the hotter it is and the more you use your air conditioner, the more likely it will be to develop issues. If your air conditioner isn’t putting out as much cool air as it should be, it may be because the system needs repairs. Read on to find out why your air conditioner isn’t cooling as it should be.

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Do I Need a New Ductless System?

Monday, August 1st, 2016

Ductless systems can last quite a while, as long as you schedule regular maintenance appointments and call for repairs when you need them. However, no amount of care will make your ductless system last forever. Eventually, you will reach a point where you need to replace your ductless system. It’s important that you be able to recognize the signs that your ductless system is in need of replacement, so that you can install a new one before it dies on you completely. Let’s take a look at some of the signs that you need to install a new ductless system.

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