HVAC Blog by Viccarone Heating and Cooling
Why Zoning for Your HVAC System is a Good Idea
Are you uncertain whether or not you need zoning for your HVAC system? Here are some possible signs in which your system could use zoning to provide more comfortable living: You are not capable of controlling the temperature on every floor or selected rooms. You are cooling or heating rooms that often go unoccupied. You are looking to find ways to save money on your monthly energy bills. You desire total comfort in climate control within your home. If one of more of these apply to your living situation at the moment, you should consider installing zoning to your HVAC system, courtesy of Viccarone Heating Cooling. Here are a few reasons why. Zoning enables homeowners to control the temperature in every room (otherwise known as a zone) of their home. This is done by installing a thermostat in strategic locations with automatic dampers. This allows homeowners to choose different temperatures throughout selected zones of their home. Usually, the one thermostat you have in your
Why Home Air Filtration Makes Sense
Check out your furnaces air filtration systems. Some homes may still have 1 or 2 simple filter systems that may or may not be loose fitting, poor designs or even some have eliminated filters over the years. We always prefer to use electrostatically charged media to strain airborne particles as small as .3 micron with a 95% efficiency rating (using Merv.16 and Merv. 11 based on home conditions). NO ENERGY NEEDED TO OPERATE THESE FILTER RACK SYSTEMS!! LOW COST and GREAT AIR QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS. Ask yourself: Does the air smell stale? Does the home have excessive levels of dust? Do we have a filter system now? How old is the filter system and what is the design? How can I replace this? CALL VICCARONE HVAC Columbia Station, OH servicing 7 counties. Ask us about full benefits of HONEYWELL F100F2010 Media Air Cleaner, 20 x 25, MERV 11 x 5 wide filter rack system or Lennox Healthy Climate Media Air Cleaner or Clean Comfort Solutions Model AM11-2025-FC Easy retrofit installation
Aeroseal (R) Technology: What is it? How is it Installed?
Aeroseal Technology: What is it? How is it installed? Aeroseal is an innovative breakthrough that helps to seal duct leaks throughout a home or facility. During the Aeroseal process, nano polymer particles are dispersed around the edges of the duct leak. From that point, the particles adhere to one another until a seal is formed and gaps are sealed. This is an incredible technology used for both homes and businesses. For extensive information please visit www.aeroseal.com and watch the videos and gain further education on the process. Aeroseal More than just Sealing Internal Leaks: It regulates temperature! Aeroseal will bring your home or facility to more even temperatures. It is guaranteed to keep supply air flow throughout the proper duct and venting channels so that you can allow your air conditioner and furnace to keep you comfortable in the summer and winter seasons. It helps Protect against Allergens: Aeroseal works to keep dust particles and allergens away. If you or a
Get Your AC Inspected NOW
Its never too early to think about the upcoming summer and the HEAT that comes with it. As you wait for the summer months to approach, why not make sure you are highly prepared for them as well? Here at Viccarone we are Committed to your comfort. Why should I schedule an A/C inspection NOW? Regular maintenance on your air conditioning system is vital to ensure that you stay COOL when you need it the most. We are scheduling calls now for people that want to beat the heat. Miss out now, and prepare to wait a long, long time to get assistance in case a problem with your unit were to occur in the middle of June or July. When should I have my air conditioner checked? It Prolongs The Life of Your Unit:Scheduled annual maintenance prolongs the life of your unit, so you can have a piece of mind keeping your unit running like a well-oiled machine and avoid losing hundreds on a replacement. It Can Save You Money: If you havent had your unit checked in years, you may never know how much
The Biggest Benefits to Installing a Smart Thermostat
Smart home technology is changing todays home.As we become more tuned into our technology, so do our homes. Our connections dont stop at computers and smartphones, buteverything: appliances, speakers, hot water heaters, you name it.One of the best components to change out: the thermostat. Adding a smart, WiFi thermostat brings climate control into the palm of your hand seamlessly. But why upgrade your system to a smart thermostat? The answer is simple:smart thermostats are better: Why are Smart Thermostats Better? While there are many reasons why a smart thermostat is better for your home, here are some of the biggest benefits they provide: Lower Cost Efficient Energy Use. Everybody loves to save money, and one of the biggest expenses we have is the cost of heating our homes in the winter, especially with the fluctuating temperatures in Northeast Ohio, and cooling it in the summer. Some manufacturer reports and homeowner experiences state that Smart Thermostats can provide an average
Furnace and Winter Preparation
Sept. 22 marked the first day of fall this year, which means that in Ohio and Illinois, winter is already on its way. You probably have a list of preparations you need to undergo before the snow gets here, but dont forget a crucial item: your furnace, which needs winter preparation just like your windows need weather stripping. Part of the reason is that the extreme winter weather places more stress on the furnace, as you are likely to use it more heavily during colder months to heat your home when you need to the most. However, its also important to get your furnace checked and cleaned to catch any problems before they develop into serious issues, which is not only inconvenient but also dangerous if they occur during a power outage or severe cold snap. Cleaning your Furnace First, you should have the furnace thoroughly cleaned, checking several important elements: thermostat operation, safety controls, ignition and flame, indoor blower and combustion fan motor. Secondly, the flame
Why Custom Metal Cutting Matters to You Today
What are the benefits of custom metal cutting offered by Viccarone Heating and Air Conditioning? Let us explain. Check it out. Exactly What You Need Your project has its own unique twists, turns, and issues. Viccarones custom metal cutting gives you the flexibility to address those idiosyncrasies. Plasma cutting allows for the formation of complex shapes as well as special projects and custom needs. No shape is too difficult and no problem too great for Viccarone Heating and Cooling. With the ability to create parts of various thicknesses (up to one inch) on various bare metals, the versatility of plasma cutting gets the job done - exactly the way you need it. Excellent Precision and Quality No matter the type of sheet metal required for your project, our custom metal cutting delivers precision and quality. CNC Programmable logic relays the message to the cutting tools to produce cuts to your exact specifications. Plus, no messy lubes, oils or solvent-based liquids are needed for