Top 9 Indoor Air Quality Questions

May 8, 2020

1. What are the 7 major indoor air pollutants? Carbon Monoxide – an odorless, colorless, toxic gas. Because it’s impossible to see, taste or smell, Carbon monoxide can kill you before you are aware it is in your home. Biological Pollutants – this is a broad category that includes bacteria, viruses, animal dander, house dust, mites and pollen. Asbestos – a mineral fiber that occurs in rock and soil. It’s been used in a wide variety of manufactured goods and elevated concentrations of airborne asbestos can occur after materials containing asbestos have been

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R-22 Refrigerant Phase-Out: What You Need to Know

February 17, 2020

If you have an air conditioning system that was manufactured before 2010, chances are it runs on a specific type of refrigerant called R-22. Refrigerant, commonly referred to as Freon®, is a mixture that undergoes phase transitions between liquid and gas as it travels through your cooling system, removing heat from the air to cool your space. Beginning in 2010, the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and various other similar agencies around the world began phasing out 2010 because R-22 contains chlorine, an ozone-depleting substance. When the ozone layer is depleted, more ultra-violet radiation reaches the earth and

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Projects That Add Value to Your Home

January 26, 2017

Updated infrastructure (HVAC, roof, plumbing, electrical systems) add a great deal more value to your home, your largest investment! You’ll be surprised by how much these updates increase the comfort of your home…and make it more desirable to potential buyers if you choose to sell. No one wants to buy a home with luxurious spa-like bathrooms and a gourmet chef’s kitchen but a clunky old air conditioner, cracking roof, or leaky water heater. Call Wolff Mechanical today to schedule a no-charge estimate to replace your HVAC and water heater! Let Wolff handle the complicated mechanical stuff, leaving

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Arizona Winter Gardening Maintenance

November 30, 2016

Arizona plants are hearty, but can still be damaged by winter frost. Check the weather daily and if frost is predicted then cover bougainvillea, hibiscus, lantana, fall annuals (geraniums and petunias), natal plum, plumbago, pigmy dates, ficus trees, orchids, and citrus. Always use sheets, blankets, or frost cloth (available at a nursery) to cover plants. No plastic! Protect tender cactus by placing styrofoam cups on the tips. If you are unsure of the hardiness of any particular plant call a nursery (or ask Google). To maintain annual flowers, feed them with “superbloom” fertilizer. Make sure to deadhead

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Time Is Running Out To Claim Your 2016 Tax Credit!

November 3, 2016

Now that we are in that “in-between” time where the temperature is just right where you hardly run your air conditioner or heater, it is a great time to consider upgrading that old unit for a new high-efficiency system. As HVAC units age they get less efficient costing you much more money to run. Not to mention the fact that you could be spending much more money on repairs. Your friends over here at Wolff Mechanical, Inc. have some great information on how you could claim one or more federal tax credits as well as local utility

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Air Duct Design Service Cave Creek AZ

March 17, 2016

Wolff Mechanical: Air Duct Design Service Cave Creek AZ It takes more than a suitable cooling unit to create a good HVAC system. The duct network must be designed in a logical manner as well to complete the package. There are a number of factors to consider when making the plans which only trained engineers have truly mastered. Wolff Mechanical offers top-notch air duct design service Cave Creek AZ residents can count on. A separate department specializes in this type of work for a laser-like focus on excellent results. Proper Air Distribution

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Commercial Air Cleaning Systems Phoenix AZ

March 17, 2016

The Experts in Commercial Air Cleaning Systems Phoenix AZ Depends on Whether you are running a busy factory where dust can damage a sterile atmosphere or a thriving hospital where unclean air can mean sick patients becoming sicker, every important operation has one thing in common… unclean air can be detrimental to it. This is why having clean, healthy air is not only important for whatever business you run but also to the health of those inside it. When you need to be certain your facilities are clean, healthy and comfortable, you need the experts in commercial

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If You Need a New Water Heater This Fall, Here’s What You Need to Know

October 14, 2014

When a major appliance like a water heater goes down, the prospect of replacing it can be intimidating. Doing your research and going in prepared will help immensely. Here are a few things to know to make your new water heater installation easier– from picking the right one to having it installed. First of all, it helps to know that one size does not fit all. Every installation is different. This is something you will need to evaluate when choosing a water heater. If you make a switch from electric to gas, you may need to install

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Your Tankless Water Heater Works a Little Differently Than You May Be Used To

October 9, 2014

If you are thinking of purchasing a tankless water heater, or if you just had one installed, then you already know that your tankless water heater works a little differently than a conventional water heater. Benefits of a Tankless Water Heater Tankless water heaters are mounted on the wall and take up less space. They do not have a water storage tank that continues to warm the water when not in use like traditional water heaters. The water runs through high powered burners in a heat exchanger. This is important because energy isn’t

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Thinking About a Tankless Water Heater? What’s Involved With an Installation?

September 11, 2014

Do you want to know what your plumbing professional will be doing when they install your new tankless water heater? Read on to find out how it is done. Run Vent Pipe If you are replacing an old water heater with a new tankless model, then your plumber will bypass this step as long as the current vent pipe is the right diameter. If you are adding a tankless water heater to new construction, then your plumber must find a location to run the new vent pipe. The vent pipe has

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