The outside in the summer season tends to be rather humid. However, the air in homes can often become too dry, as the air conditioning process dehumidifies the air as your home is cooled. While your heating system is not going to dry out the air in the same manner, you must remember too that you are already starting out with dry air in your home. When you combine that with how tightly sealed up your home, along with the constant reheating of air, it is clear to see that indoor air quality can really suffer during the winter season. If you suspect that the air in your home is too dry, you may want to run a whole-house humidifier in conjunction with your heating system.
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Is the Air in Your Home Too Dry?
Monday, February 15th, 2016What’s Causing These Cold Spots in My Home?
Monday, February 1st, 2016It can be very frustrating to walk through your home and to notice that different rooms and areas of your house are at different temperatures. There are a lot of different reasons as to why your home may be heating unevenly, and many of them can be resolved relatively simply by a qualified heating technician. We present to you a few examples of some of the more common causes of uneven heating. If you have any questions regarding the condition of your home heating system, or if you believe that you need any sort of heating services in Washington, D.C., just give a member of our staff a call.
Have You Considered the Use of UV Germicidal Lights?
Monday, January 4th, 2016As important as it is to both heat and cool your home effectively and reliably, you must also remember that the quality of the air itself can have a serious impact on your overall comfort level. There is no guarantee, unfortunately, that this will be a positive impact. If the air in your home is of subpar quality, then you will likely find before long that your comfort, and potentially your health, is suffering.The good news is that there is certainly a system or method that can help you to improve your indoor air quality. There is no one solution, though, that is going to work in every situation. If you are concerned about biological pollutants in particular, then you may want to use UV germicidal lights in Washington, D.C.
Contact Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. for more details.
What to Consider Prior to a Boiler Installation
Monday, December 14th, 2015The boiler is a tried and true system when it comes to residential heating. It is certainly not a fluke that the boiler remains among the most popular of all home heating systems. If you are thinking about replacing a heating system before the worst of the winter weather arrives, or if you need a heater installed in a brand new home, a boiler is a very good option to consider. Of course, there is a lot to think about prior to getting your boiler installation in Washington, D.C. underway. Keep the following tips in mind, and feel free to contact the pros at Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. with any questions that you may have.
Signs That You Need Professional Duct Repair
Monday, November 30th, 2015If you use air ducts in order to distribute heated and cooled air throughout your home, it is very important that you ensure that these air ducts are kept in fine working condition. If not, there are a number of problems that you will likely encounter. Unfortunately, because air ducts are so largely hidden from view, many homeowners fail to realize that their air ducts are compromised until these problems have already come into being. That is why the Washington, D.C. ductwork specialists here at Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. have put together a few tips to help you to recognize the need for duct repair in your home. Contact a member of our team if you notice these problems in your residence.
3 Reasons to Upgrade Your Thermostat
Monday, November 23rd, 2015Heating and cooling one’s home effectively throughout the year is a must if one hopes to live in the comfort that he or she deserves. We believe that you should also be able to heat and cool your home not just effectively, though, but conveniently and efficiently as well. That may sound like a pretty tall order, but it is a goal that is well-within your reach when you work with the heating and air conditioning professionals on our staff. One great way in which to get more from your HVAC system is by simply upgrading your thermostat in Washington, D.C. This simple upgrade may not sound like much, it can benefit you in a number of ways. Call Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. to learn more.
Problems That a Dirty Air Filter Can Cause
Monday, October 5th, 2015It is imperative that you schedule routine air conditioning maintenance in Washington, D.C. if you want your air conditioner to function properly. You must remember, though, that counting on your AC technician to clean or replace your air filter during this annual service is just not sufficient. Yes, he or she will do this during the maintenance visit. However, your air filter needs to be changed much more frequently than just once a year. That is why it is so important that you remember to do so on your own as needed.
Ideally, you should change your heater every month or once every six weeks. This will vary with environment conditions and usage habits, though. Essentially, you should be simply be changing your air filter when it’s dirty. Contact Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. with any questions that you may have.
What Are DCSEU Rebates?
Monday, September 7th, 2015Everybody wants to live comfortably within their own homes, regardless of what the temperature outdoors may be. This is a goal well within reach, of course, as modern HVAC systems are readily available and are more than capable of helping homeowners to heat and cool their homes successfully for uninterrupted, year round comfort. For some homeowners, though, replacing an old, ineffective, and inefficient system is not really a viable option, as doing so can be rather cost prohibitive. That is why it is with great pleasure that we announce our continued participation in the DCSEU rebate program. To learn more about this program, simply read on and visit DCSEU (DC Sustainable Energy Utility) here. Contact Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. directly to schedule service.
Why Add Humidity to the Air in My Home?
Monday, August 10th, 2015Heating your home effectively throughout the winter season and cooling it reliably during the summer are important goals to have. Comfortable temperatures alone, though, are not enough to ensure that you are able to live in the comprehensive comfort that we know you deserve. You must also surround yourself with air of the highest quality throughout your home. To do so, you may need to work with an indoor air quality specialist. There are a lot of ways in which your indoor air quality may suffer, and only a trained professional can ensure that you are able to turn things around effectively. Very dry air is a common problem, which is why whole-house humidifiers in Washington, DC are so popular. If you think that the air in your home is too dry, contact Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. to learn what you can do about it.
3 Tips for Better Cooling Efficiency
Monday, July 6th, 2015You want to live comfortably in your home throughout the summer season, but you don’t want to spend a small fortune in doing so. We can understand the concern, which is why the air conditioning professionals on our staff have put together a few tips to help you to get a more efficient performance from the air conditioning system in your home. You don’t have to invest in a brand new air conditioner in Washington, DC in order to do so. Follow the tips below, and make sure that you schedule your air conditioning services with the professionals in our employ. That way, you’ll be able to get the most from your home cooling system. When it comes to quality AC services, Polar Bear Air Conditioning & Heating Inc. is the company to call.