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Are There Combination Heating and Air Conditioning Units for Apartments? Apartment dwellers often face heating and cooling challenges. Tight space and design constraints can create issues with air movement. A lack of windows doesn’t help either. Limited airflow not only reduces comfort but can also increase humidity, mold growth, and paint deterioration. However, these issues […]

What Is an ARUF Air Handler? An ARUF air handler is one you’re likely to encounter when searching for an efficient, budget-friendly HVAC solution. At NexGen, the ARUF-Series Electric Air Handlers are extremely energy efficient thanks to an all-aluminum evaporator coil and multi-speed PSC blower motor. We’ll provide a more in-depth description of what this […]

How to Turn Off the Fresh Air Intake on an Air Conditioner At NexGen, we lead the way in air conditioning and heating as well as indoor air quality services in Southern California. But with all the air quality testing and air purification system installations we handle, how you use your ACs intake is still […]

Do Mini Splits Purify the Air in Your Home? Unlike a central air conditioner, a mini-split system does not have ductwork, which can contribute to indoor air quality (IAQ) concerns. It consists of an outdoor unit and indoor air handlers. A refrigerant passes through the system to absorb heat so the system can provide heating […]

How to Stop SoCal Air Quality from Affecting Your Home Southern California is renowned for its poor air quality. There are many sources of air pollution here, including motor vehicles, industry, seaports, dust, and smoke from wildfires that can drift hundreds of miles. Even if you’re not near a fire zone, busy road, or industrial […]

Should You Call a Plumber to Fix a Gas Leak? Most people associate plumbers with fixing water pipes, drains, sewer lines, and water-using appliances. A licensed plumber is also qualified to perform gas leak repair. Contact a plumbing contractor right away if you suspect a gas leak. Natural gas is flammable and a health hazard. […]

How to Block Smoke from Coming Through AC Vents At NexGen, we understand the importance of good indoor air quality. Smoke is one of the most significant indoor pollutants. There are numerous potential sources, but perhaps none are as prevalent and potentially dangerous as cigarette smoke. Secondhand smoke contains over 7,000 chemicals, hundreds of which […]

What Are the Latest California HVAC Regulations? New California HVAC regulations are targeting refrigerant use and efficiency. This is not the first wave of changes in the industry. In 2013, Title 24 efficiency standards were set by the California Energy Commission; in 2016 the California Air Resources Board (CARB) was authorized to oversee the reduction […]

How to Stop Cigarette Smoke from Coming Through Vents Air ducts and vents can distribute secondhand smoke throughout a home and from one apartment to another in a building. Cigarette smoke is associated with many health problems, including lung cancer. It may produce an odor and leave behind yellow stains on walls and brownish residue […]

How Are Your HVAC and Plumbing Systems Connected? Air conditioning (HVAC), and plumbing (which involves water supply/drainage lines and connected fixtures), are two separate systems. Most people don’t realize there’s any connection between them. However, HVAC and plumbing do interact, meaning the performance of one can affect the other. Your Central AC System Has a […]