What Does HVAC Mean?

March 12, 2020

Many people have used the term HVAC without really stopping to consider what it means. The acronym stands for heating, ventilation and air conditioning. HVAC refers to equipment that is designed to move air between indoor and outdoor areas while also heating or cooling a residential or commercial location. These systems help maintain the temperature in your home so it’s warm in the winter and cool in the summer, and they can ensure the air in your home is clean of contaminants and at the right humidity level. How Do HVAC Systems Work? It is common

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How Does a Heating System Work?

February 13, 2020

At a very basic level, a heating system works simply by generating heat, then transferring that heat to the targeted space. The type of heating system determines how that heat is generated and transferred to your home. The professionals at Hammack Service Company, Inc. have been installing and servicing these systems in the Richardson, TX, area since 1972. Forced Air Furnace A forced-air furnace burns propane or natural gas to generate the heat. It then uses a circulation fan to force air through the system. It draws cool air in and warms it up, then forces it

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Why Is Indoor Air Quality Important?

January 5, 2020

You may not give your indoor air much thought. After all, pollution only affects air outside the home, right? If that is your thinking, you might be surprised to know that the air inside your home could trigger coughing, sneezing, and severe respiratory conditions. What Causes Poor Indoor Air Quality? There are numerous ways that pollutants can get into the air in your home. If you are like most people, you use household chemicals for cleaning. When ventilation is poor, aerosol sprays and other products give off fumes that can linger in your home.

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