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How to Cool a Garage

May 22, 2023

A garage offers valuable space, but in the summer, it can potentially get very hot. Fortunately, there are some ways to cool this area so that it can be more comfortable. Basic Options Improving ventilation can make a big difference in a garage. If you can open a door or a window, cooler air can flow in. Otherwise, the air inside the garage can get hot and stay trapped in place. If possible, create a cross-breeze. Opening up more than one window or a window and a door will encourage the air to move through the

Spring Cleaning Your AC System in Four Simple Steps

March 16, 2023

Welcome to spring, when the days start getting longer and the temperatures begin to warm up! Your air conditioning system has been hibernating all winter, and it’s time to give it a much-needed spring clean. Fortunately, spring cleaning your AC system doesn’t have to be a chore. With these four simple steps, you can get your system ready for the warmer months ahead and make sure it’s running as efficiently as possible. 1. Clear the Exterior Unit The exterior unit of your air conditioning system can accumulate

4 Tips to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

February 17, 2023

Climate change can be overwhelming. Fortunately, lowering your carbon footprint can help reduce the emission of greenhouse gases and help you play a role in mitigating the effects of global climate change. You can use the following tips to lessen your carbon footprint. 1. Routine HVAC Maintenance Routine HVAC maintenance to make your heating and cooling system more efficient and less wasteful is a surefire way to reduce your carbon footprint. As a general rule of thumb, your HVAC should undergo a thorough inspection, cleaning, and general repair at least once a year.

The Best Way to Save Your Home From Mold and Dust Mites

January 20, 2023

How to Prevent Mold and Dust Mites in Your Home If you are worried about mold and dust mites in your home, there are some things you can do to lessen these hazards. Our team is always ready to help you with the indoor air quality in your house so that you have better health for your household! Prevent Dust Mites Dust mites are not visible to the naked eye, but they are still hazardous to humans because of the allergies people develop to dust mite droppings. The best way to combat dust mites is

Going Ductless Can Save You Money

December 20, 2022

For homeowners who have not installed, or cannot install, central heating in their living space, a ductless unit would be the best option of all. Ductless heat pumps, also known as mini splits, do have a high up-front cost, but they more than make up for it in the following ways. Energy Efficient Performance Mini splits are more energy efficient than ducted heat pumps and furnaces. As long as you set your temperature to a reasonable level, these systems can easily cut down your utility bill by a quarter or 30%. Besides that,

Can a Heat Pump Be Used as a Water Heater?

November 16, 2022

Heat pumps are the best and most cost-efficient heating option in Florida and other warmer climates, but there is a lot that most people don’t know about these units. One of the most common questions we hear is whether a heat pump can also serve as a water heater, and the answer is that it depends on the specific type of heat pump. The vast majority of heat pumps can only be used to warm your home, but there are some hybrid units that can also function as water heaters. Here is a quick overview of how they work.

5 Proven Ways to Prepare Your HVAC Unit for the Hurricane Season

October 19, 2022

It is important to take various preventive measures before the hurricane season to ensure comfort and safety. One of them includes preparing your HVAC system for harsh weather conditions. The following are some ways to prepare your unit for hurricane season. 1. Raise Your System Off the Ground Raising your HVAC system off the ground is a great way to prepare it for the hurricane season. You can raise it by placing the unit on a concrete platform. Wood blocks or sandbags are also great platform alternatives. Just be sure that whatever you use is

7 Benefits of Ductless AC

September 13, 2022

Ductless air conditioners (mini-splits) have many advantages over traditional HVAC systems, especially in Florida. Here are a few of the benefits of ductless AC systems for your Florida home. 1. Energy Efficiency Ductless AC systems are up to 40% more energy efficient than traditional HVAC systems, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. This is because ductless AC units don’t lose any cool air through ductwork, which can be a big problem with traditional AC units. 2. Flexibility Ductless AC units can be used in various settings, including homes, offices, and

Mini-splits or Central AC?

August 15, 2022

Our HVAC professionals at Brisk Air have to admit that mini-split ductless ACs are indeed more efficient than central air conditioning. The reason is simple. Central AC depends on ductwork to move conditioned air from room to room. Though the ducts may be tight when they’re first installed, over the years, they tend to sag, and the seams between them loosen. This impedes airflow, which means the air conditioning system becomes less efficient. Seams that are not tight also allow pollutants into the ducts. Mini-splits don’t have this problem because there are no ducts. About Mini-splits

How Multi-Zone HVAC Systems Work

July 26, 2022

Selecting a multi-zone HVAC system is a choice many home and business owners make in order to save money, reduce environmental waste, and keep their properties at a comfortable temperature. Understanding how this system works can encourage you to get one installed. Establishing Zones Figuring out the zones is an early step in the process. Zones are determined based on square footage, layout, and the needs of the home or business. For example, if your home has two stories and a basement, you might decide that each floor should be its own zone. In a robust