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What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace?
If your furnace is producing a strange scent, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your home. For your convenience and …
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Furnace Flue Tips
What is the Furnace Flue? The furnace flue is a pipe or vent that expels exhaust from your home. It keeps you and other people in your home safe from breathing harmful gases. In addition to air quality hazards, some of the fumes are flammable. The exhaust prevents these gases …
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Five Factors to Consider When Buying a Heat Pump
So, you’re looking to invest in a heat pump. You’re not alone – many Americans are making the switch. Why? For starters, they’re generally more efficient than a traditional heating or cooling system. What’s more, they offer both heating and cooling, so they’re versatile. At Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning, …
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Fall Indoor Air Quality
With fall just around the corner, cooler temperatures will be here to stay. This transition from one season to another most definitely affects your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ), and your IAQ directly affects your comfort in your home. In cooler weather, people tend to spend more time indoors at …
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5 Reasons to Schedule a Fall Furnace Clean and Check
Once the cooler weather hits here in Statesville, NC, this fall, you are going to want the inside of your home toasty and comfortable. This means turning on your furnace. Long before the first night you’ll want it, you should have your furnaced cleaned and checked by a professional from …
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Benefits of Ductless Systems
Originally from Japan, ductless heating and cooling was introduced to the US about 30 years ago. Sales and popularity have been growing since then. It is an efficient and quiet alternative to traditional central AC and other traditional home heating and cooling options. Why Should I Install Ductless Heating and …
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Common Air Conditioning Problems
Air conditioning problems aren’t always predictable, but there are a few common problems that we see over and over again here in Statesville, NC. Recognizing what they are might help you to fix the problem, or might simply help you understand what your HVAC technician is referring to when they …
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How Do I Prevent Heat Gain in My Home?
One way to save money this summer is by learning how to battle heat build-up, or heat gain, in your Mooresville, NC, home. By taking a few steps you can minimize the amount of heat that gets trapped inside. This trapped heat can cause your AC to work harder and …
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Should My Air Conditioner be Making Noise?
Your air conditioning unit will always make some noise when running, and older units are louder than newer ones, so consider the age of your unit before getting too concerned about the noise that it is making. At Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning, we recommend a maintenance inspection at least …
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Do Air Conditioners Kill Mold?
Your air conditioners can do several things––keep your home’s indoor air cooler than outdoor temperatures, help to keep indoor airborne allergens at bay, and help keep your home’s humidity low. But one thing it cannot do is kill mold. It can help prevent mold, but once it exists, your air …