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Central Air Conditioning Basics
Here are 4 of the main parts to your central air system: Condenser This is the outside metal unit. This is where the gas from the compressor is condensed into a liquid. The gas that enters the condenser is very hot. The temperature is then lowered so that the gas can...
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Call the experts at Chris Mechanical to come to your West Chicago, IL home in once a year to do a routine air conditioner maintenance visit. Learn more here
read moreFurnace Fan Setting – “On” vs. “Auto”
On your thermostat, there’s a furnace-fan setting for either “On” or “Auto.” Which option is the best choice? Call Chris Mechanical Today.
read moreWhat To Do If You Have No Hot Water
There are few things more annoying than running out of hot water in the middle of a shower. But don’t panic. It’s more than likely something with your hot water heater. Typically it may be something simple that you can take care of yourself. However, some things do...
read moreWhat is a Heat Pump
A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another, from inside to outside or from outside to inside. In the winter a heat pump works like a heater, extracting heat energy from outside and transferring it inside. In the summer the process reverses...
read moreTypes of Furnaces
You should consider your heating requirements, duct work and insulation, size of you home and number of floors, and your budget.
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