Q: Why is my throat so dry ?

A: Dry air in your home can make your throat feel dry, and cause or aggravate respiratory ailments. The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) recommends that your home maintain a humidity level between 30-60%. During extremely cold weather, your home loses humidity to the outdoors and may drop to as low as 10%. A humidifier adds moisture to your indoor air, and can help relieve ailments related to dry respiratory membranes.

Q: What are furnace ratings?

A: Furnaces are rated by the Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE): the percent of heat produced for every dollar of fuel consumed. Like the miles per gallon on your car, the higher the AFUE rating, the lower your fuel costs. All furnaces manufactured must now meet at least 78% AFUE. If your furnace is 10 to 15 years old, it probably falls well below the current furnace minimum and wastes energy.

Q: Why is it important to have regular maintenance on my home comfort equipment ?

A: Just like your car needs routine maintenance so does your home comfort equipment. Benefits of planned service Regular service lengthens the life of your equipment by keeping it in good working condition. It maintains efficient operation which saves you energy dollars. It will save you money by eliminating costs of needed repairs and reducing any major repairs expenses. Regular service protects your warranty.

Q: What are the benefits of indoor air quality systems?

A: It is estimated that 50% of all illnesses are either caused by, or aggravated by poor indoor air quality. So, clean indoor air is important. And, air purification products use a variety of methods to help contribute to a healthier living environment.

Q: Should I be concerned about carbon monoxide in my home?

A: Carbon monoxide can be an invisible threat to your family's health and safety. Though more commonly associated with fires and automobile emissions, carbon monoxide poisoning can accumulate in any home unless certain precautions are taken. That's why Advanced Energy Concepts is getting the word out that carbon monoxide poisoning is preventable.