Be sure to read Part 1 of this 2-part series to learn about the history of ventilated crawlspaces and their potential dangers. Home energy efficiency is problematic when you have a ventilated crawlspace. Cold air blows in from the crawlspace and hot air rises, leaking through all your attic penetrations. Your home becomes a virtual chimney and…
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It’s normal for your air conditioner to create some noise when running—that simply means it’s working. Although older units are typically louder than newer ones, all air conditioning noises are not the same. Despite your air conditioner’s age, any sound coming from the unit can still be bothersome. If your air conditioner is producing an unusual sound,…
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Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from uranium in the soil. Although it exists in trace amounts all over the world, it can cause significant health problems if you happen to have a high concentration of it in your home. It’s dangerous because you can’t smell, see, or taste radon. As a…
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Maintaining your home’s heating system is a big responsibility for any Lexington area homeowner, but few people actually take the time to schedule routine maintenance to make sure their systems are running smoothly year-round. Without routine heating maintenance, your home’s system may run less efficiently, which means it also runs the risk of breaking down and…
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This is a conversation about gas furnaces, so if you have an all-electric heat pump or some other heat source then this article is not for you, but please check back soon since we will be writing about other forms of heating in the coming weeks. TYPES OF GAS FURNACES There are two primary categories of gas…
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