How to Effectively Fight Spring Allergens in Your Home

by susan.denisi | Mar 1, 2024 | Allergens, Air Purifier, Airborne, Allergies, Control, Dehumidifier, Duct Cleaning, Environment, Ohio, Particles, Pollen, Practical, Smart Thermostat, Spring, Trigger, Whole-home

As allergy season approaches, many Ohio residents brace themselves for the discomfort it brings. With Ohio’s diverse climate and landscape, a mix of airborne irritants can trigger hay fever and other allergy-related woes. If you’re battling these...

HOW DO YOU KNOW WHEN IT IS TIME TO UPGRADE YOUR AC?

by susan.denisi | May 5, 2023 | AC, Air Conditioner, Air Conditioning System, Cooling Unit, Dayton, Energy Bills, Financing, Five Star, Lifespan, Ohio, R22, Refrigerant, Upgrade

Here at Five Star Heating & Cooling Dayton, we prioritize our customers’ satisfaction and comfort. Now that spring is here, with its warm weather in tow – if you have an older air conditioning unit, it may be nearing the end of its life cycle sooner than...

HOW DO I RELIGHT MY FURNACE’S PILOT LIGHT?

by susan.denisi | Jan 1, 2023 | Cool Air, Blown Out, Burner, Dayton, Five Star, Flame, Furnace, Gone Out, HVAC, Lighter, Ohio, Pilot, Pilot Light, Relight

An extinguished pilot light is the most common reason for a furnace blowing cool air. So, if you find yourself in this situation and your home is consequently being cooled instead of being warmed, there are a few things you can do to try to remedy it. Sometimes,...

WHAT ARE 7 INSIGHTFUL REASONS YOUR HVAC SYSTEM MAY ACT UP THIS WINTER?

by susan.denisi | Dec 1, 2022 | Air Filter, Carbon Monoxide, Cycling, Dayton, Emergency Services, Five Star, Frozen Pipes, Furnace, HVAC, Ohio, Pilot Light, Restricted Airflow, Thermostat, Winter

Ohio is so famously known for its cold weather – and it’s true. We are now donned in our coziest of clothes or wrapped in fuzzy blankets, trying to stay nice and toasty despite the weather. Recently, you have probably found yourself turning up your furnace’s...

Window Units vs. Central Air Conditioning: What’s Better?

by susan.denisi | Sep 30, 2022 | AC, Air Conditioner, Central Air, Cooling, Cooling Power, Dayton, Easy Automation, Five Star, Ohio, Pros and Cons, Temperature, Window Unit

Is there a difference between window air conditioners and central air conditioning systems? Each has its advantages and disadvantages. So, is one better than the other in terms of efficiency? In fact, the best answer may be determined by your cooling requirements. So,...

What Should You Do If Your A/C Goes Out This Summer?

by susan.denisi | Aug 19, 2022 | A/C, Air Conditioner, Air Filter, Blog, Cooling, Dayton, Five Star, OH, Ohio, Summer, Thermostat, Tips & Tricks

Has your air conditioner ever acted up and stopped working out of nowhere? Were you able to get it working again? Though you can plan as much as possible, there’s always the chance that something unexpected will happen. You may be good at practicing preventative...