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The Different Careers in HVAC

July 16, 2020

There are many career options in the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) industry. The HVAC industry is growing and many jobs pay well, so it’s a good industry to get into. Here are some of the career options available. HVAC Technician An HVAC technician repairs and maintains heating and cooling equipment. The average pay for someone in this position is about $51,000 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This occupation is projected to grow by a healthy 13% through 2028. HVAC Installer People in this career install heating

Why Does My HVAC System Smell Like Smoke?

May 13, 2020

Seeing or smelling smoke from your home’s HVAC system can be alarming. An odor of smoke could develop for several reasons, and not all of them are emergencies. Here are three reasons why your home’s heating and cooling system could smell like smoke and which actions you should take. Dirty Filter or Vents A dusty air filter could create a smoke type of smell. Dust on the electrical heating elements may also cause a short-term smoke odor the first time you use the emergency heat for the season. If you