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Is It Time To Fix Or Replace My Air Conditioner?

June 22, 2016

Making sure that your home heating and cooling system is functioning like it should is one of the most vital parts of protecting household residents from a range of wholly preventable health issues. When people become too hot or too cold, numerous problems can ensue. If your home cooling system is currently functioning at a less than optimal level, you may be asking the question, "Is it time to fix or replace my air conditioner?". Following are a few important developments to look for as you decide whether or not to repair your current equipment or simply upgrade it instead.

Understanding Why Air Quality Matters In Your Home

April 8, 2016

If you are like many other homeowners, you may not have given the ventilation inside your house any thought. You always just assumed that it was safe to breathe. However, it is true that the indoor ventilation can affect many parts of your overall wellness and life. You may benefit by learning why air quality matters in your home impacts you and the family so that you can make changes as necessary. You can also understand what kinds of changes to make if need be.

Air Conditioning Systems. Bigger Is Not Necessarily Better

March 23, 2016

There are a lot of important factors that you should consider when reviewing different options in air conditioning systems. Bigger is not necessarily better. This is especially true if you have a small-sized home or a very small number of rooms to cool. Following are all of the key factors that must be considered throughout the HVAC selection process.

Reliable Aspects On Choosing AC Repair Naperville Service Providers

March 16, 2016

It is important to hire professional every time you need to repair, service, replace and install your air conditioning equipment. Hiring services of professionals when your AC has collapsed it the best think for you although some of the repairs can be done by an individual on his own. These experts usually work around the globe to ensure that your air conditioning needs are well catered for. Keeping your air conditioning system in good working conditions is important as it helps to ensure that indoor comfort is maintained. AC repair Naperville service providers are always there to take care of your needs.

Stay Warm And Cozy with Furnace Repair From Fire ‘n’ Ice

February 5, 2016

When the cold winds blow and sleet and snow pile up home and business owners count on their heating systems to keep everyone living and working in comfort, making it essential to have the contact information handy for furnace repair from Downers Grove, Wisconsin Avenue’s HVAC specialists. The western Chicago suburbs are warmer even in the depths of winter when Fire ‘n’ Ice technicians are on duty keeping furnaces operating at peak performance. Scheduling a repair with our highly trained staff is simple to do and the quickest way to restore the heat to your happy home or successful business. Rely upon Downers Grove heating with complete confidence when your furnace is not up to the task of keeping you and your loved ones comfortable. Nothing is more concerning than a heating system in which you have lost confidence, exposing your family, employees or customers to dangerously low temperatures and your house or business to the risk of damage from frozen pipes and warped walls and floors. Losing your heat source in a midwestern winter can be very scary but Fire ‘n’ Ice can quickly turn the warmth back on, restoring your comfort and building a life-long relationship with our...

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Furnace Repair in Downers Grove, Illinois

December 31, 2015

If you are looking for a reliable and trustworthy companies that provide furnace repair in Downers Grove, Illinois check out the excellent services offered by Fire and Ice Heating and Cooling Services, Inc. We offer a wide range of furnace maintenance, repair and installation services. As a well-established family owned and operated business since 1977 we have almost forty years experience repairing and installing heating and air conditioning systems so you can be sure that we have all the knowledge and expertise required to offer a first class service every time. With a highly skilled team of NATE certified staff you can be sure that all work will be carried out to the best possible standards and meet all legal safety requirements so you don’t need to worry about the job not being carried out properly. With all staff offering a friendly and polite service we are always happy to answer any questions you may have and discuss all aspects of the job with you fully. No matter what is wrong with your system you can be sure that we will be able to carry out all repairs that are required within a reasonable timeframe and with the minimum of...

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Reliable Furnace Repair In Downers Grove: Wisconsin Avenue Heating Specialists

December 10, 2015

When the cold winds begin to blow and the heating systems are asked again to do their warming magic homeowners with poorly performing equipment can feel completely confident when calling upon Fire ’n’ Ice Heating & Cooling, Inc. for furnace repair in Downers Grove, Illinois. The professionals at Fire ‘n’ Ice have the training and the experience to assess any heating system concerns residents of the western Chicago suburbs present and will also craft the solutions to return your home or office to the cozy and comfortable ambiance you expect and deserve during the heating season. Quality furnace repair requires a thorough knowledge of heating systems and the team at Fire ‘n’ Ice Heating & Cooling consists of the only the most highly qualified technicians. Ready to review accurately the issues you have with your furnace, every repair expert we send to investigate the heating problems you report in your home has passed rigorous testing in HVACR systems, obtaining the coveted NATE Certification, proof of North American Technician Excellence. Furnace maintenance and repair in Downers Grove is job one at our Wisconsin Avenue headquarters, a passion shared by all our employees, ensuring you and your family will have optimum furnace...

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Want to Upgrade Your Air Conditioner?

June 9, 2015

If you’re interested in upgrading your air conditioner, but aren’t sure where to start, we can help! Some of the things that will be taken into consideration to provide you with the best product recommendation include: The size of your home. System sizes should be determined and recommended based on the square footage of the home, as well as the quality of insulation and R-value in the home. How much you are willing to spend. The budget you have will dictate the quality of system you can get, but we work hard to ensure the systems we recommend are affordable for our customers. The level of energy efficiency you want. The more efficient the system, the more you will save every month on your cooling bills. In many cases, it makes more sense to spend a little more on an energy efficient system upfront to save more every month in the long run. We offer a broad range of high quality and high efficiency air conditioning systems for installation. The Fire ‘n’ Ice Heating & Cooling team is standing by, ready to assist you in finding the perfect cooling system to meet your needs and space requirements. For air conditioning...

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Common HVAC Issues

April 27, 2015

Your HVAC system is a complex arrangement of heating, cooling, and ventilation components that work together to make your home comfortable. If one of the components of the system breaks, it can make your equipment function less efficiently or not at all. Keeping your system in good working order helps your family feel more comfortable while also decreasing energy costs. Even if your HVAC system breaks, many common problems are easy to troubleshoot on your own. A few common HVAC problems are: A dirty filter. Your filters need to be changed monthly but many homeowners lose track of time and forget. A dirty filter can clog and cause your HVAC unit to quit working properly. This increases strain on your equipment and can cause it to break down. If you notice your air conditioner is not working correctly and you cannot remember when you last changed your filters, a clean filter is a good place to start to see if you can get it up and running properly. A breaker is tripped. If your air conditioner is completely unresponsive, the culprit may be a tripped breaker. Go do you breaker box and flip the switch connected to your HVAC unit...

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Why Now is the Time to Schedule Air Conditioning Service

March 26, 2015

Can you feel it? The days are getting warmer, the ice and snow are melting away, and the trees are donning their leaves again. It’s spring! With the advent of spring comes the time of year when it is time to schedule maintenance on your air conditioning system. It’s best to do it now before you need it, when the temperatures rise in the summer. But why is it so important? What is included in an air conditioning maintenance check? This is what you can expect with your scheduled visit from Fire ‘n’ Ice Heating & Cooling: Check the air filters and change as necessary. Check electrical components and make sure all connections are secure and without corrosion. Inspect evaporator and condensing unit coils and clean as needed. The condenser coil collects dust and debris and will usually need to be cleaned. Check controls of air conditioning unit including thermostat, relays, and contactors. Inspect motor capacitors to make sure they haven’t weakened and are within +/- 10% of their rating. Inspect for refrigerant leaks. If any leaks are found they will need to be repaired and the unit recharged. Clear the drain lines and check the drain pan for overflow....

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