Aluminum Wiring—Why You Don’t Want It in Your Home

April 22nd, 2024
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We’ve seen firsthand the challenges that homeowners face when dealing with outdated electrical systems. One of the most problematic components we encounter is aluminum wiring. Used predominantly from the 1960s through the late 1970s, aluminum wiring was once a popular choice for residential electrical systems due to its cost-effectiveness and abundant supply. However, as we’ve learned more about its properties and long-term reliability, it’s become clear why aluminum wiring is no longer the preferred material in home electrical systems. Let’s delve into the history, issues, and solutions regarding aluminum wiring in homes, such as scheduling electrical rewiring Ashland, in KY.

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Looking for a New AC? Here Are Some Options to Consider

April 8th, 2024
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As the seasons change and temperatures start to rise, many homeowners begin to think about the comfort of their indoor environments. Whether you’re considering an upgrade to your current air conditioning (AC) system or you’re in the market for your very first AC installation in Ashland, KY, it’s important to understand the options available to you. As an experienced HVAC contractor company, we’re here to guide you through some of the most popular and efficient AC options to consider for your home.

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6 Reasons Your AC May Short-Cycle

March 25th, 2024
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As the summer approaches, ensuring your air conditioning system will operate efficiently becomes crucial. One common issue that homeowners may encounter is short-cycling, a phenomenon where the AC unit turns on and off more frequently than normal. At Air Supreme, we understand the importance of addressing short-cycling issues promptly to prevent further damage and maintain optimal cooling comfort in your home. In this guide, we’ll delve into the reasons why your AC may short-cycle, helping you to recognize the problem so you call us for air conditioning repair in Ashland, KY.

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It’s the Season for Air Conditioning Maintenance

March 11th, 2024
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As the temperature begins its ascent and the blossoms signal the arrival of spring, it’s time to turn our attention to a crucial aspect of home comfort – your air conditioning system. We understand the significance of a well-maintained AC unit in ensuring a cool and comfortable living space. In this blog, we’ll delve into why scheduling air conditioning maintenance in Ashland, KY during the spring is not just a smart choice but a vital one, and how it can benefit you in the long run.

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Clutter Around Your Furnace Could Be Breaking it Right Now

February 26th, 2024
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Furnaces are designed to be out of the way of your daily life. Most are located in the basements of homes, or they may be found in garages or specially designated closets. 

Unfortunately, as a side-effect of being in an out-of-the-way spot of a house, furnaces often attract clutter. People store items and toss items aside into places like the basement or the garage. If you aren’t cautious, you may come to the end of the winter with a furnace that’s surrounded by clutter. 

You don’t want this! It’s bad for the furnace and may be harming it right now. It also creates a safety risk. We’ll go over why you definitely want to declutter your furnace. We want to help you avoid heating repair in Ashland.

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Most Common Geothermal Repairs You’ll Run Into

February 12th, 2024
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We encourage homeowners to look into using a geothermal HVAC system for their year-round home comfort. If you already have a geothermal heat pump for your home heating and cooling, you’ll understand all the great benefits these systems provide. 

However, you may run into a need for Ashland geothermal repair at some point during the long service life of your geothermal system. Although there are some simple issues you can correct with troubleshooting (such as changing the indoor air filter), in many cases you must call on HVAC professionals who understand geothermal heating and cooling to handle the repairs. We’ll take a look at several of the more common geothermal heat pump problems that call for repair work.

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Is It Okay to Try to DIY Repair My Furnace?

January 15th, 2024
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The simple answer is no. 

The more complicated answer is that you can do some troubleshooting with a malfunctioning furnace to see if there’s a simple explanation for the problem that doesn’t require any actual tools and repair work. We’ll look at a few of these steps, and then explain why you need to turn to professionals like ours for any heating repair in Ashland, KY if those steps don’t work.

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Sick Building Syndrome: The Argument for Installing an IAQ System in Your Home

January 1st, 2024

How often do you think about the air you breathe? You might ponder it when you’re in traffic and you can smell gas fumes through your car’s air conditioning system, or if there’s a pollen count warning in spring. But what about the everyday health hazards you’re already breathing in?

Air quality systems show us just what we’re breathing in on a daily basis, and the results are staggering. We believe that every home in America should install an air quality control system, and there’s more than a handful of good reasons for it.

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Recent Home Expansion? That Explains Your Heater’s Sudden Breakdown, Here’s Why

December 18th, 2023

You’ve done it–your home finally has that shiny new extension. Whether it’s the man-cave of your dreams or an in-law suite that you only kind of wanted to build in the first place, it could be the reason that your heater suddenly broke down on you.

We’ve handled a lot of heating system repair in Ashland over the years, and it’s not uncommon for this to happen when you add living space to your home. Let’s talk about why this is happening and how to fix it.

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2 Great Reasons to Upgrade Your Electrical Panel Now

December 4th, 2023

Your electrical panel is the central point of your home’s electricity system, and because it impacts everything you plug in and use on a regular basis, it’s a pretty important part of how you live your life. The thing is, many homeowners seem to forget that they need to check on their electrical panel every now and again with the help of a professional electrician.

The reason? Because your electrical panel in Ashland can be upgraded to improve your home’s energy efficiency, and prepare your home for a higher capacity at the same time. Let’s explain why these are important.

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