Recommended Thermostat Settings for your Home
When the temperature changes due to the seasons and weather in Los Angeles, CA, you can, of course, set the thermostat to any setting you prefer. However, if you are interested in saving money on your energy consumption in the long run, there are recommended settings you can consider. These are designed to provide indoor…
Read MorePlumbing Dangers: What You Should Never Do
Plumbing problems can arise out of nowhere, and they come in all shapes and sizes. From minor water leaks to major sewer backups, even the smallest plumbing issue can quickly wreak havoc on your property. Many homeowners in Los Angeles may face an array of plumbing mishaps at one point or another. When the unexpected…
Read MoreWorld Health Organization Guidelines for Indoor Air Quality
The World Health Organization, or WHO, is a group of health scientists, doctors, and public health specialists who create guidelines around all types of issues that affect human health, including indoor air quality. The indoor air in most homes is two to five times more polluted than the outside air, and the air in Hudson,…
Read MoreMain Causes of AC Failure and How to Prevent Them
An air conditioner does more than help you maintain a comfortable temperature inside the home. When the summer heat rises to a certain level, there can be safety risks. Making sure your air conditioner runs consistently well will mean you have a comfortable interior while adding a little peace of mind. Homeowners do need to…
Read More6 Ways to Cool Your Home this Summer
When it comes to beating the summer heat, air conditioning remains the king. After all, an air conditioner’s singular purpose is to cool the air in your Los Angeles home in multiple ways and as quickly as possible. Sometimes, though, it’s good to have other cooling options so that you can save some electricity and…
Read MoreHow to Go Green With Your HVAC Installation
If you’re looking for environmentally friendly heating and cooling options for your home, JW Plumbing, Heating and Air is here to help. With an HVAC installation, going green can have several meanings. Some people want to reduce their carbon footprints while others are just looking to save some money on energy bills. Whatever your goals,…
Read MoreThe Best Way to Cool Older Homes
If you live in an older home, you may know that cooling it is a challenge. The heating, cooling and ventilation system that existed 50 years ago was different. In some cases, there are older homes that have no HVAC installed at all. Builders of those homes did the best they could decades ago, especially…
Read MoreHow To Choose The Right IAQ Product For My Needs
Managing your indoor air quality (IAQ) can help improve your health and comfort. There are all sorts of types of IAQ products, and each one has its own pros and cons. To figure out which product is right for your home, it is helpful to learn a little about all your options. MERV and HEPA…
Read MoreHow Does Poor Air Quality Affect Your Health?
The rate of lung disease has risen among people in recent years. Many would like to blame this on smoking, but the truth is fewer people are smoking than ever. Poor air quality is at least partly to blame for this situation. When you think about poor air quality, you are likely to attribute it…
Read MoreHow to Add Home Equity with HVAC Upgrades
Budgets only go so far. Homeowners must prioritize where they spend their money. If an older HVAC system works fine, why make any upgrades? Property owners may find there’s a surprising reason. Upgrading an HVAC could improve your net worth by increasing the home’s equity. If your house’s equity increases, so does its value. This…
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