An air filter is a vital piece of your HVAC system. The air filter is intended to protect your system components from dust and other debris that is circulated through the air when you run it. A dirty air filter negatively affects your HVAC system, as the buildup of dirt and debris eventually could pollute the entire system. This leads to extra repairs, service and parts you may have been able to avoid by changing your air filter. Replacing your air filter regularly is an easy, inexpensive way to extend the life of your system and help improve your indoor air quality.
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Monday, February 29th, 2016Is Dirty Ductwork Hindering My Heater?
Monday, February 8th, 2016*DuAll Heating & Cooling no longer offers duct cleaning services. Take a look at our other indoor air quality services to find the best solution for your needs.
A lot of homeowners use forced air heating systems in order to warm their homes effectively and quickly. The problem is that the ductwork that these systems use can sometimes wind up with considerable amounts of dirt, dust, and other pollutants therein. This can lead to a number of problems within the household, including the spreading of those pollutants throughout one’s living space. This can make life tough for those with allergies and respiratory issues, as it can aggravate their symptoms. It can also hinder the performance of one’s HVAC system, though. That is why professional duct cleaning in Bolingbrook, IL is worth your consideration.
Struggling with Ventilation? Consider an ERV
Monday, December 21st, 2015Winter has taken its time getting here this year (thankfully!), but it has arrived. Many homes in Bolingbrook have made great strides in becoming as air-tight as possible, which helps tremendously with energy efficiency. However, one problem with being so air-tight is a lack of good ventilation. This can be quite the conundrum for some, but we have the perfect solution: an energy recovery ventilator, also known as an ERV.
Get Your Ducts Cleaned for Better Heating
Monday, November 30th, 2015Air ducts aren’t the most mechanical part of your heating system, but they are very important – without them, your warm air wouldn’t be delivered. But the state of your air ducts goes a long way toward determining how well and how healthy the air being delivered to your home’s living spaces is. This is where duct cleaning comes in. It’s recommended that your ducts are cleaned by professionals, like the ones from DuAll Heating & Cooling, every 3-5 years to stay clean and functional.
Dry, Itchy Skin Every Winter? It’s Time to Consider a Whole Home Humidifier
Monday, November 16th, 2015Gone are the days of short-sleeved shirts and the possibility of sweating when outside. Here comes the cold, dry air, the sweaters, and the itchy skin to accompany it all. If you struggle each year with dry skin, itchy eyes, nose and throat, it may be time to consider the installation of a whole house humidifier for your home in Bolingbrook, IL.
You Still Need a Good Air Filter in Cold Weather
Monday, October 19th, 2015To allergy sufferers, the cooler weather in Bolingbrook means the first frost is not far away. And if you are an allergy sufferer, you know that the first frost means that your outdoor allergies have officially come to an end. But what about all the pollen that was tracked into your home during the warm months, or the indoor allergies that may be bothering you? It can be tempting to change to a lesser quality air filter to save money, but if you or your loved ones are aggravated by allergies, it’s best to stick with an air filter that will help relieve allergy and asthma symptoms.
Why Use an Energy Recover Ventilator (ERV) in Bolingbrook?
Monday, August 24th, 2015Energy efficiency is a year-round issue, and good ventilation can be one that is of concern many months of the year. Many times this can be a two-pronged issue in the sense that you install and use one component for better energy efficiency and yet another for better ventilation. But what if we told you there were a single component that can do both? There is such a component, and it is called an energy recovery ventilator, also known as an ERV.
Do You Need a Whole Home Dehumidifier?
Monday, June 22nd, 2015We are no strangers to extreme weather in our area. The temperature can easily dip below zero during the winter and shoot to 100 degrees during the summer. We also get a good dose of humidity with our heat, and sometimes this humidity can be intense and last for a long period of time. If you have found that your air conditioner does some serious struggling during the more humid times of year, it may be time to consider the installation of a whole home dehumidifier in your Bolingbrook, IL, home.
How Can an Energy Recovery Ventilator Help My Cooling This Summer?
Monday, May 25th, 2015As technology continues to improve home products like insulation, windows and doors, our homes become more air-tight than ever. While this is good for energy efficiency, it actually creates a new problem: that of good ventilation. Throwing open a window isn’t a good solution for this, particularly during the height of summer heat, so what can you do? Consider installing an energy recovery ventilator.
Allergies? It May Be Time to Consider an Air Cleaner
Monday, May 4th, 2015Spring is welcome season for many, but it is also the bringer of sneezy tidings in the form of allergies. But if you have a whole home air conditioning system, you can hire a trained expert to add a very helpful component to your system: an air cleaner. There are three main types of air cleaners from which to choose, and determining which one will best fit your needs is something you should decide with the help of an expert. The indoor air quality specialists at DuAll Heating & Cooling can assist you with all of your IAQ needs, so if you have been bracing for allergy season, give us a call today!
