Extreme Temperatures Ahead!

Wow! Have you seen the New Britain CT and West Hartford CT forecast?

Extreme temperatures are heading our way in Connecticut. Here are some tips to help your heating and cooling system keep you home comfortable no matter what Mother Nature throws our way.

Prepare Your Heating System for Freezing Temperatures

1. Ensure Your Air Filter is Clean (Forced Air Systems):

When an arctic blast hits, your heating system will be working around the clock to keep you comfortable, help it out by ensuring you have a clean air filter. A clean air filter will help improve system efficiency, reduce wear and tear, and help keep utility costs in check.

2. Verify Fuel Levels for Propane or Oil:

If your system runs on propane or oil, check your tank to ensure you have enough to get through the cold spell.

3. Verify Flue Vents are Unobstructed:

High efficiency boilers, furnaces & water heaters vent directly outside. Typically, these vents will be located near ground level and can become obstructed by ice and snow. The area around the vents must be clear so your system can operate safely.

4. Test Carbon Monoxide Detectors:

As a safety precaution, test carbon monoxide detectors to ensure they operate correctly and replace the batteries if needed.

5. Temporarily Adjust Your Thermostat to a Constant Temperature Above 62 Degrees:

When it's super cold outside, we recommend overriding your programmable settings to keep a consistent temperature 24 hours a day (even if you are not home). You can turn the programmable settings back on once the temperatures return to normal.

6. Verify Windows and Doors are Shut Tight:

Give your home a quick walk through to verify all doors and windows are shut tight.

7. Don't Skip Your Heating System Maintenance (Tune-ups):

Keeping up with your heating system maintenance will help keep it operating at peak performance, reduce breakdowns, and when done consistently, promote longer system life. For added peace of mind, after we complete your heating system tune-up, we cover your system with our No-Hassle, Money-Back Guarantee.

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Prepare Your AC System for a Heatwave

1. Ensure Your Air Filter is Clean:

When a heat wave hits, your cooling system will be working around the clock to keep you comfortable, help it out by ensuring you have a clean air filter. A clean air filter will help improve system efficiency, reduce wear and tear, and help keep utility costs in check.

2. Adjust Your Fan Setting:

Switching your fan to the ‘on’ position instead of setting it to ‘auto’ can help your system to circulate more air throughout your home and balance the temperature in rooms that are too cool or too hot.

3. Keep Shades & Curtains Closed:

The natural shade from trees and keeping your shades and curtains closed can make such a difference to the coolness of your home. Keeping your shades and curtains closed when the sun is on that side of your home will help keep the temperature inside your home cooler by blocking the heat from the sun from shining in.

4. Set Your Thermostat Higher:

When it's extra hot outside, we recommend turning your thermostat up a few degrees to help take some of the strain off of your system. We recommend keeping it set no lower than 75 until the heatwave has passed.

5. Get the Air Moving:

Ceiling fans and portable fans can help circulate the air in your home, making you feel cooler. In the summer, a ceiling fan should rotate counterclockwise to create a cooling effect by pushing air downwards.

6. Go Out for Dinner:

If you’re able, skip using your stove and oven! A heatwave is the perfect excuse to go to a restaurant so you don’t heat up your home while cooking, and you can enjoy their a/c while you’re at it!

7. Don't Skip Your AC System Maintenance (Tune-ups):

Keeping up with your air conditioner system maintenance will help keep it operating at peak performance, reduce breakdowns, and when done consistently, promote longer system life. For added peace of mind, after we complete your a/c system tune-up, we cover your system with our No-Hassle, Money-Back Guarantee.

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Don’t forget! If you’re in the market to replace, we offer complimentary No-Cost, No-Obligation Replacement Quotes in New Britain CT and West Hartford CT that will provide the information you need to make an informed decision. Ask about our current specials and financing options when you call!