"I wanted to clean a second floor dryer vent hose that was loaded solid with lint. It was worse than I thought! Packed solid! It became evident that this was a messy and dangerous situation as it was a fire hazard. Through Angi I found Everclean and the co. was a perfect fit. HVAC companies don’t do dryer vents. Justin from Everclean was awesome and got the problem straightened out. He even discovered the dryer vent had become disconnected from outside dryer vent door! I can’t fit through the narrow attic hatchway as my shoulders are a bit too wide, so I depended on Justin. Finally, everything is buttoned up, and our clothes now dry in half the time. Cost was moderate and was money well invested. Dryer vent fire danger is now negligible compared to before. Along with neighbor hatred danger. I would hire Everclean again if needed again."
"I turned to finding a dryer vent contractor on this website when I was unsuccessful in finding one through Google. Either the company didn t call back or didn t show up. My current HVAC contractor stopped cleaning dryer vents. When I began the search, it was very late at night. Y&M Airduct Service phoned me the very next morning. They were rated very well and see why. They are honest and explain everything in detail. There were a few things I knew that needed to be addressed, such as the attachment to the hose behind the dryer and the vent that had been broken to the outside of the house. Everything has been fixed and/or replaced at a very reasonable rate. Not only was this experience very positive but have decided to not renew my contract with my exiting company that I ve had for over 10 years. I will be having Y&M perform all of my HVAC needs. If you decide to hire Y&M Airduct Service, you will have everything done right the first time. No hidden agenda, no hassle and piece of mind knowing one less item is taken care of."
"Very clean, professional and efficient. Explained the whole process and what steps to be taken to preform P.M. s on our HVAC system. We will have him back in six months for follow up maintenance."
"We had a great experience with this company. They were respectful, skilled, and thorough with our gutter cleaning. Everything was done efficiently and professionally."
"Excellent experience. Arrived when he said he would, quickly assessed the problems, did a quality job with both dryer vent repairs and a thorough cleaning. He did all that at a very fair price. Highly recommend him for HVAC and dryer vent cleaning and repairs."
"I was contacted right away and they were at the house within an hour of my returning their call. They knew exactly what to do, had all the right equipment and were very knowledgeable about duct cleaning. The job was diagnosed, and completed in 30 minutes which included leaving the work site neat and clean. Great job!"
"Bruce really listened to how I answered his questions and designed a natural-gas fueled steam boiler system that met all the requirements with the expansion potential I requested. During pre-installation logistics and the day of installation, Bruce and his crew were on-time, courteous and professional. Their work demonstrated the benefits of hiring a fully credentialed company, skilled and experienced at their craft. They completed their work in one very long day so that I could avoid a night without heat during a stretch of very cold January days. I trust Williams & Assoc. and would hire them for additional work in my home as needed"
"The technician, Steve, called me 25 minutes prior to his arrival. He was extremely knowledgeable about my gas fireplace. He vacuumed all areas. He informed me of the condition of the components. I was prepared to ask him a handful of questions that he was able to answer. My fireplace works very well and I strongly recommend using the Chimney Experts."
"We received professional and detail-oriented service during our complete HVAC installation. I couldn't have been more pleased with the quality of work and price! There was a mix up with the new furnace and the owner rectified it without question. While they were here, I received a quote for connecting a stand-by generator for propane, and the owner noticed what I have been extremely nervous about for several years, which a well-known company that is in Salem and rhymes with Slicer had installed new gas piping in our basement using plastic flexible pipe and several regulators. We have been smelling propane in the basement ever since of which Slicer was not able to rectify. Thank goodness for Quiet Corners! Now all the gas piping is black iron, and there are no more regulators in the basement; hence I am no longer scared about our house blowing up! My wife also noticed that the gas burners on the stove light easily now and produce an excellent flame (she was afraid to use our stove previously). Great service all around, and prompt attention to detail. The service crews were fantastic and took great pride in their work. I can't thank them enough for the outstanding job they did at our home. We now feel safe, warm and comfortable. :-) I plan on being a loyal customer and fan of Quiet Corners for many years to come!"
Heating and Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts
When a compressor gets overheated in central air systems or heat pumps, it can still cool your home for a while until it eventually gives out. If the compressor is chronically overheated and no one addresses the root cause, it will create an incredibly expensive problem when your entire HVAC system breaks down and stops working altogether.
During the summer, it’s best to set your AC to 78 degrees when you’re home and awake, according to the Department of Energy (DOE). For better energy efficiency, raise the temperature slightly to 85 degrees while you’re out of the house. The National Sleep Foundation advises lowering your thermostat to between 60 and 67 degrees when you’re asleep.
While 72 degrees is a comfortable setting for many people, it’s likely not the most efficient temperature setting for your air conditioning unit. By pushing the temperature up to 75 or 78 degrees, you stand to save money on your energy bill. That said, these temperatures may be too warm to be comfortable for some people and are definitely too warm for most people to sleep comfortably.
If possible, avoid placing furniture in front of a return air vent. A blocked air vent can cause your HVAC system to use more energy, which in turn can lower the life span of your unit and raise your energy bill. Furniture can also trap hot or cold air, damaging your furniture or appliances.
Professional duct installers suggest leaving between six and 12 inches of space in front of an air return vent. If you must place furniture in front of a return air vent, try to aim for putting furniture over a floor vent instead of in front of a wall vent, and avoid draping curtains over any vent system.
When an evaporator coil becomes faulty, it can result in various problems within your HVAC system. These problems could include reduced cooling or heating capabilities due to ice formation and obstructed airflow, along with increased energy consumption and higher bills. Additionally, a damaged coil may lead to refrigerant leaks, which are environmentally harmful and decrease overall system efficiency.
Ultimately, if not addressed right away, a bad evaporator coil can even lead to a complete failure of your HVAC system. That’s why timely repair or replacement is crucial to maintaining your family’s comfort and your HVAC’s efficiency.
The Ashford, CT homeowners’ guide to heating and air conditioning services
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