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Is Your Thermostat in the Wrong Spot? Why Placement Matters
A thermostat placed near a window, in direct sunlight, close to a supply vent, or on an exterior wall will read the temperature inaccurately, causing...
Basement Dehumidifiers vs. Crawlspace Encapsulation: What’s the Difference?
A basement dehumidifier actively removes moisture from an already-enclosed living or storage space, while crawlspace encapsulation is a full system that seals the space, installs...
Winterizing Your Outdoor AC Unit: A Huntsville Homeowner’s Checklist
Winterizing an outdoor AC unit means clearing debris, checking for damage, and keeping the area around it clean — it does NOT mean fully covering...
Do You Actually Need Duct Cleaning? Signs to Watch For
Duct cleaning is worth considering when you notice visible dust blowing from vents, dust settling around the house again within a day or two of...
High-SEER Inverter vs Standard AC — Is the Upgrade Worth It in Alabama?
A high-SEER inverter system runs at variable speeds, removing far more moisture from your air than a standard single-stage 14.3–15 SEER2 system. In Alabama —...
New Construction Ductwork vs. Retrofitting an Older Home
New construction ductwork is designed and installed alongside the home itself, allowing ideal duct sizing, placement, and routing from a blank slate. Retrofitting ductwork into...
Why Choose Perfect Service Heating & Air?
Perfect Service Heating & Air is a family-owned HVAC company that has served Birmingham, Huntsville, and the surrounding Alabama communities since 2002. What sets us...
What to Ask Before Hiring Someone for Crawlspace Work
Before hiring a company for crawlspace encapsulation or moisture work, ask six things: the vapor barrier's thickness (in mils) and warranty, whether the quote includes...
How Often Should Ductwork Actually Be Professionally Cleaned?
There’s no universal fixed schedule for duct cleaning — it depends on factors like pets, allergies, smoking, recent renovations, and visible signs of dust or...
What’s Actually Included in Crawlspace Encapsulation?
Quick Answer A proper crawlspace encapsulation is a system, not a single step: it typically includes sealing the foundation vents, installing a heavy-duty vapor barrier across...
