Johansen & Anderson Inc Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Lockport’

Benefits of a Whole House Humidifier

Monday, October 28th, 2024

You’ve surely heard people say, “It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity!” Well, the opposite is also true. In the winter, the cold isn’t the only difficulty. The dry air can make issues of cold weather worse and also pose entirely new issues. The best way to deal with extremely dry winter air is by increasing the humidity in your home. We recommend a whole house humidifier. It will provide more benefits than you might realize. Here’s what you should know. Reach out to speak to our team about humidifier services in Lockport, IL.

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Commercial AC System FAQs

Monday, September 2nd, 2024

As the owner of a business or commercial property, you’ve no doubt noticed that your HVAC system is a very critical part of the building. A large portion of your utility bills is due to heating and cooling. Problems with the HVAC system can cause major setbacks for your business. And yet, most property owners don’t know very much about these essential systems.

You need to be an expert in your business; you don’t need to be an expert at everything. You simply need to know when to call in a qualified professional. To help you better understand the basics and be able to gauge when an expert is needed, we’ve put together this little list. Here’s an FAQ on commercial AC systems to give you a grounding in the essential knowledge you should have as a property owner. When you have any questions about commercial air conditioning in Lockport, IL, we’ve got the answers.

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Join the Comfort Club Maintenance Program

Monday, July 22nd, 2024

You need annual checkups to make sure you’re healthy and growing well. Your car needs oil changes and inspections, without which it would struggle to run and would likely start to develop serious problems. And your home, which you rely on to keep you safe, warm enough in winter and cool enough in summer–do you make sure it gets preventative care as well?

To keep your heat and AC running smoothly and efficiently, to avoid major issues, and to keep your home safe, it’s important to have maintenance done regularly. The best way to keep your HVAC system in top-notch condition is to join a maintenance program. There are so many benefits. Keep reading to learn more about why it’s so important and how we make it easy for you with our Comfort Club residential HVAC maintenance program in Lockport, IL.

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What’s in Your Air? Allergens & More

Monday, June 10th, 2024

Many people suffer with pollen allergies, which tend to be terrible right around now for those who react to tree pollen. But there are many other things that can float around in your air causing allergic reactions and respiratory symptoms as well as other types of illness. What allergens are in your air besides pollen? How can you improve your indoor air quality and breathe easier? We’ve got some info for you.

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Why Won’t My Heat Pump Switch Modes?

Monday, April 15th, 2024

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A heat pump is very much like an air conditioner. Almost all of the components are the same or very similar. This means that when there’s a problem with how it’s working, chances are, it is one of the same problems that air conditioners encounter. This could be something like a problem with the blower fan motor, or refrigerant leaking from the coils somewhere.

However, there is one type of problem that heat pumps can have which is totally different from anything you’ve had to deal with from an air conditioner before. This is because of the one way that your heat pump really differs from an air conditioner. A heat pump can switch between heating and cooling with a component called a reversing valve. This part can fail, leaving your heat pump stuck in one mode.

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Yes, Your Boiler Needs Annual Maintenance

Monday, March 4th, 2024

Boilers are truly fantastic heating systems. They’re great at keeping the temperature in a home very consistent. They use water to heat, so they don’t blow around dry air and dust like a forced-air furnace does. And they’re also less likely to require repairs than a furnace. This is because they have fewer moving parts and are less prone to corrosion.

But you know the one basic truth of the universe: nothing works perfectly forever. If you keep running that boiler, eventually, you’re going to run into a problem that requires repair. But there is something you can do to make it even less likely that your boiler will need repair: annual maintenance. It has other benefits, too!

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Heating Maintenance Is Worth Every Penny, and Might Be Cheaper Than You Think

Monday, January 22nd, 2024

We talk a lot on this blog about heating maintenance. We really want everyone to know just how important it is. Yet the fact remains, not everyone has their heating system maintained every year. There are even folks who never have heating maintenance done! We’re concerned that they might be trying to cut expenses by not scheduling maintenance, when the truth is, they’re actually increasing their expenses.

If you’ve thought that paying to have a technician maintain your heating system sounds like a bill you don’t want to have to pay, please consider what we’re about to tell you. Heating maintenance will definitely save you money, and we believe in it so strongly that we’ve got a great offer that will save you even more.

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A Healthier You in the New Year: Air Filtration Systems

Monday, December 11th, 2023

According to the National Institutes of Health, the most common category of New Year’s resolutions is those related to physical health and well-being. However, exercise and dietary change can be time-consuming and frustrating. How about a resolution about breathing? You do that all the time anyway. What if you could do that in a healthier way?

During the winter, the air in your home is easily contaminated and not easily aired out. Contaminants and germs can build up and cause illness. What can you do to make the air you breathe healthier? Let’s talk about the wide variety of air filtration systems and how they can help.

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Why You Need a Professional for Commercial HVAC Repair

Monday, October 16th, 2023

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Owning a building, commercial property, or business is a lot of pressure. Any time something goes wrong, the responsibility for it is entirely on your shoulders. When you’re pressed for time or money and you have tenants or employees making urgent complaints about being too hot or too cold, it’s tempting to take shortcuts.

Should you attempt to DIY a repair on your commercial HVAC system, or hire a general property manager or handyperson to do the work? Your repairs need to be done by a qualified HVAC technician, and not one who only has residential experience. You need a commercial HVAC expert. Here’s why.

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Why Boilers Are Still Popular for Home Heating

Monday, September 4th, 2023

There are many options for how to heat your home these days. Forced air heat can be provided by a furnace that uses gas, propane, heating oil, or electricity to heat air that’s conducted through the same ductwork your central air conditioner uses. Heat pumps can warm your home, not by generating heat but by transferring it from one place to another.

It might seem like boilers are a very old-fashioned way to heat a home, and you might imagine ornate, antique radiators when you think of them. Modern boilers are not quite the same as the old-fashioned ones, and they’re still a popular choice for home heating. Here’s why.

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