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HIPOWER Stand-by Generators
ABOUT HIPOWER SYSTEMS HIPOWER SYSTEMS (a division of Himoinsa, S.L.; a member of the YANMAR Co. Ltd group of companies) is the principal supplier of power distribution and prime, stand alone power-generation equipment and packages to the U.S. and Canadian markets, serving the Residential, Commercial and Industrial sectors including the Agriculture, Telecommunications, Health Care and…
View MoreThe Importance of High Efficiency Boiler Maintenance
Even new high efficiency boilers need maintenance. Many would think that if you have brand new equipment that you have a few years to wait until maintenance is required. Unfortunately, that is not the case, especially with high efficiency boilers. Here is an example: Last winter we received a call for service due to no…
View MoreConsequences of Ignoring HVAC Maintenance
It is easy to ignore RTU’s when you can’t see them, especially if they aren’t making any noise, leaking or producing foul smells. But out of sight should not mean out of mind. RTU’s need regular system maintenance to function at peak efficiency. The roof exposes your unit to extreme weather. It is colder and/or…
View MoreHarmful Habits to Your HVAC System: Thermostat Settings, FACTS
Raising and lowering the thermostat significantly does not heat or cool the air faster Unless you have Variable Air Volume (VAV), which would vary air flow to your system they only work at one speed. Lowering temperature below what you need or raising the temperature above what you need will only increase energy costs and not reduce the…
View MoreHarmful Habits to Your HVAC: Failing to change your Air Filters Regularly
Filters play an essential role in the proper operation of any HVAC system. Changing or cleaning air filters helps prevent many larger issues, improves energy efficiency and function of the system. Failing to change air filters can lead to the following issues: Short-Cycling: Air conditioners cycle on and off occasionally throughout the day, but a…
View MoreSummer HVAC Maintenance and Service
Regular Summer Maintenance helps your system run efficiently and with less problems. When you have a service contract with Controlled Air, Inc. we check your systems seasonally to make sure they are running at their most optimum. Summer maintenance is typically less involved then the Spring and fall maintenance. The requirements for the summer maintenance…
View MoreHeat Exchangers
Cooler weather is quickly approaching. With the hot summer we had, the last thing we might think about is the heating components of our HVAC system. In a rooftop unit or furnace, the transfer of heat from the direct fire to the air flowing into the space is the job of the heat exchanger. The…
View MoreLegionella
Legionella is an air-borne bacteria that can affect those working in close proximity with Cooling Towers, Evaporative Condensers, and Fluid Coolers, as well as those inside closed office buildings. Cooling towers, evaporative condensers and fluid coolers use a fan to move air through a recirculated water system. This allows a considerable amount of water vapor…
View MoreIce Dams
What is an Ice Dam? An ice dam is a hump of ice that forms at the edge of the roof. Ice dams form when a home’s escaping heat warms the roof and melts the underside of the snow layer on the roof. Water trickles down the roof until it reaches the cold at the edge of…
View MoreService Contracts & Summer Emergencies
When the heat of the summer is at full blast remember that service contract customers receive priority service over customers with no contract. If you do not have a service contract you will be added to a list and we will get to you as soon as possible. We would also like to remind you…
View MoreQuick Winter Tips
Taking care of these basic items can help save you money and energy. Clear off roof hatches of snow and ice. If hatches are not cleared and there is an emergency we will not be able to access the roof. Clear snow & ice away from heat pumps. Heat pumps can freeze, causing improper functioning. If…
View MoreBest Service In Class
Controlled Air, Inc. takes great pride in our service department. If you have every wondered what happens when you place a service call, watch our movie and find out!
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