This is a question that, as a furnace company, we hear all too often. We know many reasons why some rooms are colder than others in your home, and it is not always due to just a low performing furnace. In addition to these reasons, you may need a furnace service, repair, or replacement in order to keep your home properly heated during the brutal Chicago winters. Poor Insulation If it’s not your furnace, poor insulation may …
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Cold and flu season is upon us, and allergies lurk in the darkness waiting for the right time to strike. Dust mites, pet dander, and mold are of the most common during the jolliest time of the year. How can we combat the winter allergens floating around our home? The answer is simple, air duct cleaning. Usually you would want to do this before winter hits, but it’s never too late. Maybe you didn’t know having your air ducts cleaned was a …
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As we enter the cooler months of Fall and Winter, it’s a great time to consider installing a programmable thermostat to stay warm while keeping your heating costs low. Installing a programmable thermostat allows you to reduce energy usage and save money by scheduling your temperature settings based on when you’re awake, asleep, and away from home. There are additional benefits as well, including that it allows you to control your comfort by managing a more consistent temperature in your home and spending …
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Is Your HVAC System Ready for Fall? HVAC systems have a number of functions to control the environment it’s in year-round. From heating to cooling, humidity level and controlling the way air is distributed, all of these are essential to maintaining a comfortable atmosphere. With fall quickly approaching, Mr. Duct’s team of professionals urge you to prepare your HVAC system accordingly. Mr. Duct’s HVAC Checklist for Cooler Weather ThermostatHVAC systems need time to adjust to heating again, …
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Summer is the best time for family activities, but expenses can add up! Plus, your electric bill isn’t getting any cheaper when you have to crank up the AC. This summer, try using these 3 tips to save on your electric bill and put your savings toward fun summer activates. Tips to Keep your Family Cool While Maintaining a Reasonable Electric Bill: 1. Install a Smart Thermostat Smart is an understatement when it comes to how intelligent these …
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It’s heating up out there! Keep the heat out with your annual spring air conditioner cleaning. Mr. Duct knows your air conditioner is an investment and we want you to have reliability year after year. Proper air conditioner maintenance allows for many years of reliable cooling. Now is the time to have Mr. Duct do your annual air conditioner cleaning. Mr. Duct’s air conditioning professionals check your air conditioner system is running properly and …
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We have all heard of spring cleaning, but our air ducts are often overlooked on this to-do list. This March, Mr. Duct encourages you to schedule your spring duct cleaning because of the benefits it will provide to your home and your health. Improve Air Quality Over the winter, dry air has allowed dust and dander to build up in your home’s ventilation system. Come spring time and the use of your central air conditioning, these contaminates …
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New year, same home? Not to worry! With our home improvement guide, you can have your home feeling like new all year long. Appliance Care Before moving on to the fun decorating ideas, make sure your home is properly cared for this new year to avoid costly fixes throughout the year. As we are still in the chilly, winter season, make sure that you have had a recent furnace check and that your air ducts are clean. …
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Finding dust in your home is no fun, and it often seems that no matter how much you clean, it keeps coming back. Did you know that the average 6-room house collects 40 pounds of dust and allergens in their air ducts every year? While no amount of cleaning will completely remove the dust in your house, these ten tips are proven ways that will help. 1. Clean from top to bottom. Clean the …
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The season of dry hands and sore throats is around the corner. If you’re looking for ways to combat these inevitable winter symptoms, a whole house humidifier might be just what the doctor ordered. When you get a home humidifier, here are some health benefits that you could experience during the long winter months. Better Sleep One of the immediate benefits of a whole house humidifier is it may help you stay asleep. When humidity levels are …
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