March 13, 2012
If you experience a lot of static electricity in your home, you may benefit from the use of a humidifier. During the winter months in particular, low humidity levels in your home make the air dry, and this results in the formation of static electricity. Static electricity not only shocks you, but it also can damage electrical equipment. Your body has the ability to hold a static charge of up to 20,000 volts, so walking across the carpet in a dry environment […]
December 4, 2012
You’re not expected to know the inside and outside of your heating system. It’s complicated stuff. That’s why most homeowners rely on a professional HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) technician to service it every year. However, it does help to know some of the terminology. Not only will it make working with your heating-system tech much easier, it will also help you grasp a basic idea of how your heating system works. Here are a few terms which can help […]
February 19, 2013
You’re familiar with the crackle of static electricity: shirts that cling together in the washer, hair that won’t stay tamed and doorknobs that shock you when you open them. But what you may not know is the danger that static can pose to computers and other electronics. It is capable of shorting out sensitive components and incurring costly repair bills. Static electricity is the buildup of electric charge on a surface, such as the aforementioned shirts, hair or skin. The […]
August 14, 2014
If you live in Peachtree City or surrounding areas, summers can be a hassle. It can be difficult to stay cool and comfortable as air temperatures rise. Many homeowners turn to air conditioners when the weather heats up, but humidifiers can also be an important part of staying comfortable in the Georgia heat. A humidifier can do several things to help you enjoy your summer a little more: 1) It can reduce dry air in the home. If you run […]