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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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