Johansen & Anderson Inc Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Plainfield’

How to Combat Wildfire Smoke in Illinois

Monday, August 21st, 2023
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Despite how far we are from the areas of Canada that have burned with wildfires this summer, we’ve been significantly impacted by it. The smoke has created such poor air quality at times that it’s been dangerous for people with sensitive respiratory systems or underlying health conditions, not to mention unpleasant for everyone. And according to experts, the conditions that led to this situation are only going to get worse. To avoid breathing the smoke, people were told to stay indoors. But is that any better? Can you really escape wildfire smoke by staying inside your home? How can you be sure your indoor air quality is healthy? Here’s our best recommendation. 

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How to Tell if Your AC Compressor Is Bad

Monday, July 10th, 2023
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The compressor is the single most expensive component of your air conditioning system, and you do not want to ever have to replace it. Often, when a compressor fails completely, it’s a better investment to replace the entire AC system than to get a new compressor.

Your air conditioner has both an indoor unit, or evaporator, and an outdoor unit, or condenser. The compressor is located in the condenser unit and it does the critical job of pressurizing the refrigerant to keep it flowing through the system, taking in heat from your home in the evaporator coils and releasing it from the condenser coils.

So how do you protect your compressor and keep your air conditioner running for as long as possible? Know how to catch problems early! Here are some tips.

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Why You Should Choose Us for Commercial HVAC

Monday, May 15th, 2023
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When it comes to the installation, maintenance, and repair of your commercial building’s HVAC systems, you want to choose the best possible team to work with. There are a lot of factors to consider and you should make sure you’ll be happy with your choice for the long term. We believe that we’ve got what it takes to provide all the commercial HVAC services your building will ever need. Please allow us a moment to tell you why.

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How to Prevent Major Problems with Your Pool Heater

Monday, March 6th, 2023
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Having a pool can be an absolute joy. You can cool off in the summer, enjoy fun and recreation with your family and friends, and make sure your children are safer because they have learned to swim. But in Illinois, you wouldn’t get nearly as much enjoyment from your pool if it didn’t have a heater to keep the temperature comfortable. How can you make sure your pool heater will work exactly as it should and keep your pool warm and ready for fun? We’ve got some recommendations for you.

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Can I Still Schedule an AC Tune-Up?

Monday, September 5th, 2022
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Life is busy, and sometimes, things that don’t seem very urgent get put off until a later date. But if you’ve put off having a technician visit this summer for air conditioner maintenance, should you bother scheduling it now, as summer is starting to wind down? The short answer is yes, AC maintenance is definitely worth prioritizing sooner rather than leaving until next spring, and there are several reasons why.

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How to Identify a Refrigerant Problem

Monday, August 9th, 2021

two-techs-working-on-air-conditionerRefrigerant problems are a major issue for your air conditioning. This isn’t something that you want to ignore for any amount of time because refrigerant is such a vital part of the air conditioning system. If you need air conditioning repair in Plainfield, IL because of refrigerant troubles, then we’re the team you can rely on.

Today, we are going to run through some vital things that you should know about your home’s air conditioner and its refrigerant. Let’s get into potential refrigerant issues.

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Want Lower Cooling Bills?

Tuesday, June 1st, 2021

hand-drawing-check-box-transparent-backgroundWe’re sure you do! The better question might be: Do you know how to get lower cooling bills? If you don’t, you will today after walking away from this blog.

There are many things you can do to lower your cooling bills. We’re going to give you the easiest, most accessible ways to do this. If you want lower cooling bills, then you need to know these tips and tricks regarding your HVAC in Plainfield, IL. If you’re left with any lingering questions after reading through this blog post, you’re more than welcome to get in contact with our team directly. Our professionals are just as friendly as they are informed. They’ll answer any questions you have.

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Don’t Wait on AC Repair…

Monday, May 3rd, 2021

an-air-conditioner-in-need-of-serviceIf you’re already noticing problems with your air conditioner this spring, then it’s time for air conditioning repair.

We know what you’re probably thinking—“Already?” If you’re having trouble now, you’re bound to have problems later. So, yes, you should call our professionals now to have us handle it as soon as possible. We understand that you’re not jumping for joy to have a professional come to your home to handle these issues. But we promise to make it as easy as possible for you. Our team members specialize in AC repair in Plainfield, IL.

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5 Noises You Shouldn’t Hear from Your Furnace

Monday, March 8th, 2021

On a normal day, your home’s furnace might make a little noise as it starts up, when it’s turning on, and then when it turns off. You can always expect to hear some noise from the furnace. The thing about this noise is that it should never be disruptive. In fact, it should be something that only people with a keen ear really notice. If the noises that your furnace makes are scaring the likes of you, your family members, and even your furry friends, you need to schedule an appointment with our team.

Weird furnace noises are your furnace’s way of asking for help. Don’t ignore a genuine plea for assistance. Instead, contact our team members for the work you’re looking for. We specialize in furnace repair in Plainfield, IL.

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7 Noises You Shouldn’t Hear from Your Heater

Monday, February 22nd, 2021

We’re all accustomed to certain sounds coming from our homes. The sound of your kettle bubbling up in the morning, the soft click of your thermostat kicking off your heater, or even the creak of that floorboard by the door are all comforting sounds. This is because they’re all indicative of your home. Although certain sounds are to be expected, you should never hear loud, disruptive noises.

If you’re looking for furnace repair in Plainfield, IL, you want to start with the professionals on our team. Sometimes, it can be difficult to differentiate between sounds that are okay and sounds that are bad news. We’re going to draw the line in the sand today.

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