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Holiday Cooking Mistakes That Can Lead to Plumbing Problems

posted 12/11/2020

Waste, fat, and built-up grease will surely be part of the holidays as Ames, IA homeowners get busy in cooking. At this time of the year, you don't want these residues to pile up in your pipes and kitchen sinks because they can cause havoc in your home. Keep your plumbing system efficient by avoiding these holiday cooking mistakes.

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5 Tips to Help Your Furnace Survive the Extreme Cold Weather

posted 11/11/2020

Throughout the heating season, it can encounter a few performance issues that make it work harder than necessary. Good thing there are ways where you can help your furnace deal with the intense cold. Check these tips below!

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THE INFINITY® AIR PURIFIER

posted 10/6/2020

Carrier's Infinity® Air Purifier has been proven to inactivate 99% of coronavirus and other select captured viruses and bacteria trapped in the filter through testing at the University of Colorado Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering.

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Is Geothermal Heating System Right For My Home?

posted 9/17/2020

While reading something on the internet, you came across the geothermal system. Then, you remembered your neighbor telling you how good it is in their home. Now, you're thinking about changing your heating system as the cold weather sets in Ames, IA. Do you think a geothermal heating system right for your home? Read this blog to know more!

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Signs Your Air Conditioner Is Too Big for Your Home

posted 8/12/2020

Choosing the right cooling system isn't easy, especially without the help of an HVAC professional. As a result, many homeowners are questioning themselves if the cooling equipment they have is too big for their home. Discover the telltale signs that you have an oversized A/C.

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3 Ways to Maintain IAQ during the COVID-19 Pandemic

posted 7/11/2020

The year 2020 has introduced us to the new normal—working from home to avoid the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). These days, people choose to stay at home to ensure their safety. With that in mind, have you ever questioned the air that you breathe indoors? Here are three quick tips for maintaining indoor air quality in your own home. Read on!

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A/C Not Turning On? Here are Possible Reasons!

posted 6/8/2020

When you learned that your A/C in Ames, IA isn't turning on, don't panic! Here are easy and quick steps to know why your system is experiencing this issue.

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5 Signs of a Bad A/C Thermostat

posted 5/19/2020

If you're used to setting your air conditioner in full blast, but found out that your thermostat is broken, your home can become so uncomfortable. Learn how you can identify a faulty thermostat earlier with these obvious signs:

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How Much Energy Does Your A/C Consume?

posted 4/20/2020

The plain truth is that the energy that your A/C consumes can be unpredictable. It can be more or less than expected, depending on several factors affecting your system.

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A MESSAGE TO OUR CUSTOMERS REGARDING COVID-19

posted 3/25/2020

At C and K, we are committed to your health and safety! We are fully prepared to continue serving your heating, air conditioning, and plumbing needs as we navigate through these trying times. We will keep on monitoring the situation and act quickly on the advice of our health authorities.

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FAQ on COVID-19 and Air Quality

posted 3/18/2020

As air quality professionals, sometimes get questions about preventing illness. Much confusion surrounds the new coronavirus strain, COVID-19. We are not medical professionals here at C and K but we do hold a bit of relevant information on home air quality.

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Why Heater Service is Important

posted 2/10/2020

Left unchecked, these issues can lead to loss of efficiency and worse, breakdown of component materials and a shorter furnace lifespan. Over time, important components like the heat exchanger, burners or blower housing can begin corroding, leading to reduced performance...

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