Allergen Control: How to Use Your HVAC System to Combat Indoor Allergies
If you struggle with indoor allergies, life can be miserable. Indoor pollution can be as bad – if not worse – than outdoor pollution, leaving you sneezing, stuffy, and uncomfortable. However, you have a secret weapon: your HVAC system. Bell Brothers has been serving homeowners in Sacramento, Hayward, and Concord with their HVAC needs for […]
How to Get Your Air Conditioner Ready for Summer
Summer months can approach fast. And while you may be looking forward to all of the summer activities you have planned, the daily heat index can be troublesome and even dangerous if your AC unit is not in tip-top shape. We will share with you everything that you want to know about getting your air […]
Should Air Vents be High or Low?
Whether you’re a first-time homeowner or you’ve lived in several homes during your life, we’ll bet you’ve rarely thought about the air vent placement. As long as the home is warm or cool depending on the weather, it usually doesn’t matter. But, the builder likely had a reason or two for where the air vents […]
What is a MERV Rating and Why Does it Matter?
If you book HVAC tune-ups or are in the market for a new HVAC system, you may have heard of MERV ratings. Identifying the MERV rating of an air filter plays a vital role in ensuring a healthy indoor environment and keeping your home or workplace comfortable all year round. Here’s some useful information about […]
Unusual HVAC Smells and What They Mean
When you turn your air conditioner back on after a break in use, you may notice some funny smells coming from the HVAC system. What in the heck is that? There are several common causes to be aware of – and some may require immediate attention or for a service technician maintenance check. Here are […]
How to Get Rid of Home Gym Smells
Home gyms can stink, but before you ditch your workout, check out our top tips for getting rid of pesky home gym smells.
Don’t Forget Your Furnace When Decluttering and Organizing the Attic
You need to be mindful of your furnace when decluttering and organizing the attic. Here are some of our favorite tips and tricks.
Can you Use Both Your Heat and Air Conditioner at the Same Time?
Both Sacramento and the East Bay go through a weather transition period between fall and winter. You’ll find yourself switching between turning on the AC and furnace throughout the day. But using your heat and air conditioner at the same time can be confusing. Our guidelines will help you stay cool in the summer and […]
Spring Cleaning Reminder: Check Your AC Condenser – Bell
While we always recommend regular air conditioner tune-ups and service to keep your condenser in tip-top shape, there are a few things you can do yourself to make sure everything is nice and clean. We sat down with Bell Brothers’ own technician, Omar, to give us the scoop on proper condenser care for your Bay […]
Children and HVAC, How to Make Them Work Together
Keeping your house safe is always a priority, but even more so when you have children. It’s a priority to make sure that your children and HVAC live in harmony. Making sure your HVAC system doesn’t cause harm to curious kids takes just a few simple steps. Discover how to secure your HVAC system and […]