by Ventwerx | Aug 20, 2021 | Air Conditioning, Blog
Why is Air Conditioner Capacity Measured in Tons? You may have noticed before that HVAC systems are categorized in “tons”, such as 2.5 ton, 3 ton, or 4 ton units. That may be confusing, as usually a “ton” equals 2000 pounds. The weight of a residential HVAC unit is...
by Ventwerx | Jul 29, 2021 | Air Conditioning, Blog
Keeping Your Air Conditioning Working During 2021’s Bay Area Heat Wave The record-setting heat in the Western United States is also affecting the Bay Area and South Bay. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association, 2020 was the second hottest...
by Ventwerx | Jun 2, 2021 | Air Conditioning, Blog
Why Does My Air Conditioner Turn Off Suddenly After 15 Minutes? Why does my AC keep shutting off suddenly? If you’re a homeowner noticing that your air conditioning is shutting off and on every ten to fifteen minutes, you’re probably wondering what’s wrong with...
by Ventwerx | May 21, 2021 | Air Conditioning, Blog
8 Ways to Prepare Your AC System for Summer Summer is right around the corner. As the weather starts to heat up, you may be wondering what you need to do to make sure your central air conditioning system is in top shape. Here are eight things you can do today to make...
by Ventwerx | Apr 28, 2021 | Air Conditioning, Blog
How to Keep Your Circuit Breakers From Tripping During the Summer Heat Your home has an electrical box with circuit breakers that stop the flow of electrical current to a circuit when they are turned off. When your circuit breaker trips, it is an automatic safety...
by Ventwerx | Mar 23, 2021 | Blog, Ventilation
How Does Air Duct Cleaning Work? Air duct cleaning can help remove dust, pollen, pet dander, air pollutants, mold, microbes, and other allergens. It is recommended that you get your air ducts cleaned twice a year. Once in the springtime when the air conditioner is put...
by Ventwerx | Feb 23, 2021 | Air Conditioning, Blog, Ventilation
How Cold Should the Air Coming From Your Air Conditioner Be? When the weather is warmer in spring, summer, and early autumn, you may be wondering if your central air conditioning is running efficiently. Is the air coming out of the AC as cool as it is supposed to be?...
by Ventwerx | Dec 21, 2020 | Blog, Heating
How Long Do Furnaces Last? When Should You Replace It? A well-maintained furnace usually lasts 15 to 20 years. Regularly scheduled maintenance and timely repairs can help your furnace last even longer, up to about 30 years. If your home furnace is around 15 years old,...
by Ventwerx | Nov 22, 2020 | Blog, Heating
5 Signs Your Furnace Needs a New Motor Blower No one wants to have their HVAC system fail when the weather is cold in winter, or blazing hot in summer. If your central heating and cooling system isn’t working correctly, you must identify the issue, and get it fixed....
by Ventwerx | Oct 20, 2020 | Blog, Home Energy, Ventilation
8 Signs You Need Air Duct Repair When an air duct repair is in order, it isn’t always obvious to the untrained eye. Some signs may be too subtle for the homeowner to spot, but it will still have a big impact in the long run. There may also be glaring signs that are...
