Understanding Why the Placement of Your Thermostat Matters

April 18, 2022

Your thermostat is one of the most important aspects of your home. Thermostats monitor the temperature in your home, which always keeps your home at a comfortable temperature. It also sends a signal to your HVAC system to adjust the heat or air to your desired temperature. Many homeowners want to know whether the placement of their thermostat matters. The short answer is yes. Why Thermostat Placement Matters Thermostat placement matters because it can affect the quality of your heat or air. For instance, you should never place your thermostat by a

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Why You Should Only Hire a Licensed HVAC Contractor

March 15, 2022

You may think you can save money by hiring an unlicensed company to work on your home’s HVAC system. There are several reasons why this is a mistake, and you should instead only hire a licensed HVAC contractor such as Unitedly Service Group. Unitedly Service Group is Licensed in Rochester, Minnesota, and Olmsted County, Minnesota. Licensed HVAC Contractors Have Insurance A licensed HVAC contractor has an insurance policy that protects you should things go wrong. The policy has a general liability, which covers damage to your home caused by the HVAC contractor. Unlicensed companies don’t have

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Signs Your AC & Heating System Need Attention

March 7, 2022

Unitedly Service Group has put together a homeowner checklist for common AC and heating issues in the home — for you to self-diagnose, before scheduling an appointment. Homes need a regular check-up, just like we do, to ensure proper efficiency. Use this checklist to help identify issues with your home that could be resolved – creating a safer and more comfortable environment for you and your family. Are you concerned about utility bills going up while your furnace, boiler, water heater, and air conditioner age?

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Tips for Preparing Your House for Winter

November 20, 2021

Whether you’re ready for it or not, winter will soon be here. Fall is a good time to start preparing your home for winter, especially as climate change is more and more frequently causing extreme weather events. Set aside a weekend so you can better protect your home and family. Hang Heavier Curtains Take down light curtains you use in the summer and put up heavier ones. You should have dark color ones as they absorb the heat of the sun. Reverse Ceiling Fans You should set your ceiling fans

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Simple Guide to Relighting Your Furnace

September 20, 2021

As a homeowner, you should have a basic understanding of how to perform simple tasks with your furnace. These include things like changing out its filter and being able to relight the pilot light. If you’re not sure how to get your pilot light going again, then you need to read over the instructions below. Locate the Pilot Light Assembly and Turn the Fuel Off The first step in relighting your pilot light is locating the pilot light assembly. This is typically located near the bottom of your furnace. You may need to remove a panel

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What Are the Major Parts of an Air Conditioner?

April 6, 2021

Since air conditioners were invented in 1902, many have come to regard them as a necessity. It’s helpful to have a basic understanding of your air conditioner’s critical parts so you’re more informed when something goes wrong. Evaporator Coil In the evaporator coil, the refrigerant turns into a gas. The refrigerant extracts heat and humidity from the air in your home. The refrigerant then flows to the compressor. Compressor The compressor pressurizes the gas, which heats it even more. The reason this needs to happen is that the refrigerant needs to be

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How to Stay Cool on the Hottest Days of Summer

April 1, 2021

After a long, cold winter here in Minnesota, we’re always glad when springtime arrives. But it’s not long until things heat up and we’re glad to escape the summer heat in the comfort of our homes. Having central air conditioning will help keep indoor air cool but there are some other things you can do to keep your air conditioning working optimally so your family stays cool. Here are a few tips to consider: 1. Keep blinds closed. When you block direct sunlight from entering your home through the windows, you’re keeping additional

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3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Cover Your Air Conditioner in Winter

March 25, 2021

Here in Minnesota, it gets cold in the winter. Bone-chilling, jaw-quaking cold. Depending on the year, we can receive a few feet of snow and layers of ice in addition to the cold temperatures. It’s natural to want to cover up everything as winter approaches, but your outside air conditioner doesn’t need to be covered. It’s built to handle the cold and take on the elements without being tucked in. In fact, not only will covering your outside air conditioning unit not help, but it may also even cause damage! 1. Did you know that critters

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Is It Normal to Smell Gas Near a Furnace?

March 17, 2021

Winters in Rochester, MN, are long, cold and snowy. You’ll need a reliable furnace to keep your home comfortable. If you notice the odor of natural gas near your furnace, you may become concerned. Here’s what you need to know about when this odor is and isn’t normal and what you should do about the situation. Odor at the Start of a Heating Cycle The only time you should detect the odor of natural gas is at the beginning of a heating cycle. The odor should be faint, and it should go away within a couple

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Spring Cleaning? Add These 5 Steps and Breathe Easy

March 5, 2021

Spring has sprung and it’s time to throw open the windows and let the fresh smells of spring into your home. If you’re like most homeowners, you’re busy cleaning all the crevices in your home that doesn’t get your attention on a regular basis. Spots like the top of your ceiling fans, behind the refrigerator, and shelves in your cupboards are now the focus. By giving your home a deep spring cleaning, you know you’re taking care of your home and your family. But are you forgetting about cleaning your HVAC system? All of the air you

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