Welcome to the Timberline Intelligent Solutions Blog
The HVACR business is continually evolving. As the leader in intelligent HVACR solutions in Boulder and along the Colorado Front Range, we’ll be sharing some of the new developments we see emerging, including the innovative projects we are doing and intelligent solutions we are providing for our customers. We’ll also have news coming from the manufacturers like Trane, Lennox, Johnson Controls, Honeywell and others. With our commitment to taking the elevated, big-picture view of cost-control, energy savings and sustainability, we’ll have plenty of new ideas and news to share, so check back often.
Why You Should Keep a Consistent Thermostat Setting
We heat and cool our homes and businesses to maintain a comfortable temperature. So, it makes sense to adjust the thermostat setting if our comfort level changes throughout the day, right? If you’re only…
What’s an Air Scrubber? Do I Need One?
There are several tasks that people typically complete when cleaning their homes or businesses: vacuuming carpets and rugs, sweeping or mopping floors, dusting, wiping countertops, etc. All of them are essential to maintaining a…
Why Compressor Safety Switches Are Essential in HVAC Systems
It goes without saying that the HVAC system in your home or business is complex. Of course, you don’t need to know all the details about how it functions to enjoy the benefits of…
HVAC Condenser and Evaporator Coils: Keeping Them Clean Is Critical
HVAC systems have two types of coils: the evaporator coil and the condenser coil. They are where an air conditioner does the work needed to manage the air temperature in your home or business….
HVAC Lifecycle: When to Repair and Replace Equipment
Like all equipment, HVAC equipment has a finite lifespan. You’ll have to replace every component of your system at some point. That’s true even if you use the highest-quality systems and are diligent in…
Glycol: What It Is and Why It’s Important in Some HVAC Systems
If you’ve heard of a substance called ethylene glycol, you probably know it as the main component of automotive antifreeze. It is also referred to as engine coolant, which can create some confusion. Does…
The Importance of Inspecting HVAC Control Components Regularly
An HVAC system is made up of several different components. This includes devices that control the system such as the control panels on furnaces, condensing units, packaged commercial rooftop units, boilers, etc. Over time,…
What is a Humidifier and Should My HVAC System Have One?
As defined by YourDictionary.com, humidity is “the amount of wetness or water vapor in the air.” There are more technical definitions to be found, but that one sums it up fairly well. Humidity is…
7 Reasons You Should Be On an HVAC Preventative Maintenance Program
In the immortal words of Benjamin Franklin, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” That truism definitely applies to heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. The hardworking components in an…
How HVAC Filtration Needs and Filter Change Frequency Are Determined
Having the right HVAC system is crucial to creating a comfortable and healthy environment for your business or home. There are many aspects to “right” in this context, of course, but one of the…
