You can spend up to 30 percent less to cool and up to 60 percent less to heat when you upgrade your AC system, according to ENERGY STAR®.
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In the world of HVAC, change is constant, and 2025 marks a significant shift in refrigerant standards.
With the transition to A2L refrigerants and the phasedown of R-410A, the industry is abuzz with questions, concerns, and opportunities.
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Today’s air conditioner (AC) is based on a prototype invented in 1902 by Willis Carrier, an engineer from Buffalo, New York. Unlike earlier forms of cooling, Carrier’s model controlled the temperature by removing heat and humidity from the air. Below are some air conditioning basics.
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You’re leaving for vacation! You’ve packed your swimsuit, made reservations, and bought some new outfits. Your excitement builds as you picture yourself lounging by the beach, sipping cocktails, and soaking up the sun; you can’t wait to go! Here are some tips to Prepare Your Evanston Home for Vacation This Summer.
Continue ReadingIf you are looking to reduce your utility bill and efficiently cool your home this upcoming summer, ceiling fans are an inexpensive way to add that comfort to your home throughout the season and even in the winter. When you operate ceiling fans properly you can cool off or warm your home and save money…
Continue ReadingCentral air conditioning systems consist of two separate units, one located inside your home, and the other located outside. The outside unit is called the condenser because it is where condensation occurs to release heat to the outdoors. The condenser houses the compressor, a blower fan, and the condenser coil, as well as motors and…
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A technician from Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning can come to your home and help determine which furnace will do the best job for you.
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Shavitz Heating and Air Conditioning is your trusted resource for heat pumps in the Chicagoland area.
Continue ReadingWhen Is It Safe to Turn On Your AC in Spring? With this unseasonably warm spring, I’ve already gotten several calls from clients asking if it is safe to turn on their air conditioners – not the question that I expected during the middle of March! So when can you turn on your air conditioning?…
Continue ReadingHere in Chicago, duct repair services are standing by to help fix a breached or broken duct. Breaches can create all manner of problems for your HVAC system, from pulling unconditioned air into the system to spread dust and debris throughout the home. Professionals can seal and repair any breaches in your ducts using a…
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