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The Importance Of Keeping Your Outdoor Unit Clean

The Importance Of Keeping Your Outdoor Unit Clean

The Importance Of Keeping Your Outdoor Unit Clean Southerners are no stranger to how brutal summer can get. High temperatures, sweltering humidity, and long hours of sunlight make air conditioning necessary in the modern home. Business owners know they need to control the temperature of their environment so their employees are productive and customers are

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The Importance Of A Clean Indoor HVAC Coil

The Importance Of A Clean Indoor HVAC Coil In a previous blog, we discussed how having a clean outdoor coil helps you achieve maximum air conditioning capacity and energy efficiency, which in turn means lower operating costs. However, this is only half of the equation for your air conditioner—you also have an indoor coil that

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Should I Run The Fan In ON Positions?

Should I Run The Fan In ON Positions? We often get asked if it’s a good idea to run the fan in the ON position through the thermostat. Our answer is always “it depends”. In most cases, we do not recommend running the fan in the ON position, especially in commercial buildings. There are benefits

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Humidity Control Is Just As Important As Temperature Control!

Humidity Control Is Just As Important As Temperature Control! Living in the South we all know what humidity is and how it feels. Thanks to air conditioning we can find relief from the summer heat indoors. The beauty of air conditioners is that they not only lower the temperature but also control and remove humidity.

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R-22/Freon Phase Out

R-22/Freon Phase Out As of January 1, 2020, it is illegal to produce new Freon refrigerant or R22 (also called virgin refrigerant). Freon is a CFC gas that is harmful to the ozone layer and the phaseout was mandated via the Montreal Protocol treaty between global nations. You can legally buy Freon and use it

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COVID-19 Announcement To Customers

COVID-19 Announcement To Customers We are in unprecedented times here in our great nation, state, and city. Standard has been serving our community for over 80 years, and we are ready to serve the needs of our customers and team members while doing our best to protect the needs of the community at large. Safety

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Why You Should Avoid Chemical Drain Cleaners

It’s happened to all of us – you’re taking a shower, the water isn’t draining, and soon enough, the bathtub filled with water. Drain clogs are annoying, and you may reach for the chemical drain cleaner under the sink. But is it safe to use?

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Fight Inflation At Home With These Tips

Rising costs are taking a toll on consumers everywhere – from high food and gas prices to increasing energy costs; you’re probably looking for ways to save money on your monthly expenses. You can fight inflation at home with some of these money-saving tips to help you cut those energy costs.

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