Talega Posts

Corona Del Mar Heat Pump FAQ: Why is Steam Rising from the Outdoor Unit of my Heat Pump?

March 28th, 2012

In the winter months, we often get calls from Corona Del Mar customers about steam rising from the outdoor unit of their heat pumps, which is often mistaken for smoke. Steam rising from your outdoor unit is a normal during the heat pump defrost cycle. The defrost cycle prevents ice from accumulating on the outdoor coils.

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Silverado Heat Pump Repair Guide: How to Handle Your Finicky Heat Pump

January 27th, 2012

A heat pump is designed to keep your Silverado home comfortable. Warm weather, cold weather – it doesn’t matter. It should turn on when you need it and turn off when you don’t. So, when the device starts turning on and off without reason…

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Furnace Tip 1: How to Fix a Faulty Furnace Blower

January 9th, 2012

The blower fan on your furnace is designed to distribute warm air through the ductwork in your Talega home evenly, ensuring you use all of the energy consumed by your furnace. If the blower doesn’t turn on when the furnace turns on…

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A Question from Brea: Why Does My Furnace’s Pilot Light Keep Going Off?

December 16th, 2011

If you have an older furnace with a gas pilot light and it keeps going out, heating your Brea home can become a frustrating process. Not only are you forced to trudge downstairs to light it every time you need heat, but…

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How a Ceiling Fan Can Help Heat Your Home

December 5th, 2011

Most people in Silverado who have ceiling fans never turn them on in the winter. They assume that the fan is designed solely to cool the house – after all, blowing air feels pretty nice doesn’t it? But, a ceiling fan can actually help…

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Happy Halloween Weekend! (and Surprising Sources of Indoor Air Pollution)

October 28th, 2011

Everyone from Saddleback wishes you a happy Halloween Weekend! Have a spooky (but safe) time! Our scary warning of the day is about indoor air pollution. Indoor air pollution is a major problem for millions…

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Some Pointers From Westminster: Home Energy Myths

October 7th, 2011

Measuring and controlling your Westminster home’s energy consumption is a little tricky. There are plenty of talking heads and information resources on the Internet that tell you how it’s supposed to work…

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Save Money in the Long Haul with AC Maintenance in Yorba Linda

September 7th, 2011

Every year, it’s recommended that you have an HVAC contractor visit your Yorba Linda home and tune up your air conditioner. This visit will ensure the system is ready for the intense, regular use it will receive during the hottest months of the year. How much money can this visit save you, though? Let’s take a closer look.

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How Much Water Does a Leaky Faucet Waste?

August 5th, 2011

A leaky faucet is obnoxious for more than one reason. It is incessant, it represents a problem that will probably only grow worse, and it can cost you money on your water bill. Beyond all of that, it wastes a lot of water, putting undue stress on the environment. But, how much water does a leaky faucet actually waste? It may not seem like much, but when added up over a period of time, that leaky faucet’s impact can be fairly substantial.

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