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Ever wondered if your air purifier really needs that HEPA filter everyone talks about? Let’s discover why this type of filter matters and how they can make a huge difference in the air you breathe every day. Understanding Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) First things first – let’s talk about what’s floating around in your Birmingham, AL home. You might be surprised to learn that your indoor air is full of all sorts of stuff you

Have you ever wondered if you can clean the HEPA filters in your air purifier? I know it’s tempting to try and save some money by washing them, but that’s actually not a great idea. Trying to clean your HEPA filter can reduce their effectiveness. Replaceing them regularly is importan to keeping the air in your Birmingham, AL home clean and healthy. Let’s talk about the real job your air purifier’s HEPA filters do and

Hey there Birmingham, AL homeowners! Let’s talk about keeping your AC running smoothly and avoiding major HVAC repairs and those painful repair bills that nobody wants to deal with. You know that moment when your AC dies in the middle of a scorching summer day? Yeah, One Hour Air Conditioning & Heating pros want to help you avoid that! Here are three major AC problems we’ve seen countless times, and more importantly, how you can

The world of home insurance and HVAC repairs can be a little confusing. Let’s face it – when your heating or AC system breaks down, it can be a real headache. And the repair bills? They can make your eyes water. The good news is that your homeowners insurance might help with the costs, but there’s a catch – it really depends on what caused the problem. Understanding how coverage works for HVAC system repairs

Ever wonder how fast an air purifier can actually purify a room? Let’s be real – we’re all breathing in more junk than we’d like to admit. Did you know that air pollution is responsible for around 4.2 million deaths each year? And here’s a shocker: according to the World Health Organization, 91% of us are living in areas with air quality that’s basically a health hazard. Yikes!  But here’s some good news: air purifiers

Let’s talk about something that’s been on a lot of people’s minds lately: indoor air quality. If you’re like me, you’ve probably noticed how much pollution is creeping into our homes. Did you know that over 120 million Americans are living in areas with some serious air quality concerns? No wonder so many of us are using an air purifier in their homes. In fact, about one in four households now has one of these

Hey there Birmingham, AL homeowners! Let’s talk about something most homeowners wonder about – that old AC unit humming away in your house. You might be thinking, “It’s still working fine, so why replace it?” Well, I’ve got some eye-opening information that might just change your mind. Is a New AC More Efficient Than an Old AC? Air conditioning technology has come a long way. Remember those old clunky systems from a few years back?

Is your AC driving you crazy? Here’s how to know when it’s time to if it’s time to replace your air conditioner. Let’s be real – there’s nothing worse than your air conditioner giving up on you right when the summer heat hits its peak. We’ve all been there, sweating it out and wondering, “Is it time to replace my AC?” Don’t worry, Service Minds One Hour techs have your back with some telltale signs

When your heater breaks down, you’re left with a decision: Should I repair or replace a heater? This is a common question for Birmingham, AL homeowners, and it depends on several different factors. Don’t worry – we’ll walk through this together. Repair vs. Replace a Heater: Which Makes Sense? Let’s be honest: nobody wants to spend a lot of money on their heating system. But when your heater starts giving you trouble, you’ve got to

Hey there Birmingham, AL homeowners! Figuring out if it’s time to get a heater replaced can be stressful and a bit tricky. You may be wondering if your heater is on its last legs. Nobody wants to be caught in the middle of winter with a broken heating system, right? But you also don’t want to replace a heater that still has plenty of life left in it. Let me walk you through some tell-tale