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Maintenance Tips
Posted on17. Mar, 2010 by Tim Benjamin A/C.
Checking and replacing your filter on a regular basis helps to keep the indoor coil cleaner thus extending the life of the system.
Conditions in your home such as number of pets, people, climate, and size of your home can cause variations in the frequency of needed filter inspections or replacement. The overall guideline is to [...]
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Tips for an Inactive System
Posted on17. Mar, 2010 by Tim Benjamin A/C.
Check Electrical Connections and Breakers:
There is a disconnect box mounted near or on the air handler unit. This unit may be inside the house, up in the attic or in the garage. If the disconnect is accessible, be sure it’s in the “On” position.
Check your main electrical circuit breaker panel to determine if the breakers [...]
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A Dozen Ways to Reduce Exposure to House Dust
Posted on17. Mar, 2010 by Tim Benjamin A/C.
It’s best for the dust sensitive person to avoid the vacuuming or dusting. If you must do these tasks, wear a mask, and use a vacuum cleaner with a high efficiency filter to reduce your exposure.
There are electrostatically charged cleaning cloths and [...]
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What You Should Know About House Dust:
Posted on02. Mar, 2010 by Tim Benjamin A/C.
This ever-changing and seemingly ever-present substance has been a concern of housekeepers and allergy patients alike. It is the result of the natural decomposition of the things we have in our homes. Plus we have dust that infiltrates from the outside through cracks in doors and windows. Wherever it comes from, it causes unwanted symptoms [...]
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How Can I Reduce My Heating and Cooling Costs?
Posted on19. Feb, 2010 by Tim Benjamin A/C.
First, be sure to clean or replace your air filters are per the manufacturers recommendations.
To reduce heat gain, pull drapes or shades over sun-facing windows.
When possible, minimize mid-day activities that add humidity to the air, such as washing and drying clothes, showering, and cooking. When doing these activities use ventilating fans
Program your thermostat 3 degrees [...]
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Common A/C Problems That You Can Fix
Posted on16. Feb, 2010 by Tim Benjamin A/C.
There are several common service issues that occur that you can fix yourself!
Problem 1: The ceiling is leaking water.
These leaks occur when there is a clogged drain line. Check the drain line and clean out any debris. You can prevent a clog by cleaning out the drain line at least once a month. Do this [...]
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Dust Mite Allergy
Posted on13. Jan, 2010 by Tim Benjamin A/C.
Dust mites are everywhere!
Dust mites are microscopic organisms that lives in the dust that is found in all dwellings and workplaces. Dust mites are harmless to most people but they are perhaps the most common cause of perennial allergic rhinitis. Dust mite allergy usually produces symptoms similar to pollen allergy and also can produce symptoms [...]
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About Tim Benjamin A/C
Tim Benjamin A/C began operations in May of 2000. Starting out Tim was and continues to be committed to hard work and honesty. Tim still impresses these values into the company and each employee. If you are looking for honesty and integrity in an air conditioning company you have come to the right place.