Air Conditioning
Buying a Home? Don’t Just Have the Seller Replace the HVAC System!
No one likes finding of their dream home and then having that dream shattered when they realize the furnace is 35 years old, has had no maintenance, and is going to cost thousands to replace. Unfortunately, it does happen. Not knowing the current condition of an HVAC system during the home buying process…
Read More5 Tips for Assessing an HVAC System When Buying a Home
HVAC systems are almost always the most expensive appliances in a home, so if you’re going through the home buying process, doing your homework now may save you a costly headache later. It’s a mistake to underestimate the importance of your home heating and cooling systems. Not only do you want to…
Read MoreBuying a House? Is Your HVAC Equipment Properly Sized?
Would you buy a pickup truck when what you need is a commuter car? Conversely, would you buy a commuter car when you need to haul large items? Neither vehicle matches the job at hand, and if you’re not careful, the same can go for your heating and cooling equipment. An oversized or undersized HVAC…
Read More3 Tips to Get Your AC Ready for Summer
Spring is finally here and you know what that means! Backyard barbeques, fun with friends and family, and lots of sunshine. It also means hot summer temperatures are just around the corner, so we thought we’d bring you three quick tips to help get your AC ready for the next heat wave. Preparing your…
Read MoreRefrigerant for Old AC Units was Just Banned! Do YOU Need to Buy New?
The ban on using ozone-depleting refrigerant in older air conditioning systems has officially begun, which means the cost of servicing and maintaining these systems is going to rise for homeowners. If your AC system is more than ten years old, then this article is for you! A Brief History of the R-22…
Read MoreCover Your AC for Winter, Create a Mouse Hotel
Every winter, some homeowners cover their outdoor air conditioning units with tarps or plastic to winterize them, and every spring, we get a lot of business when their units don’t turn on. Why? Because when homeowners cover their units to protect them, what they’re usually doing is creating a mouse hotel. Tarps and…
Read MoreShould You Replace Your AC and Furnace at the Same Time?
Should you replace your AC and furnace at the same time, or should you just replace the unit that broke down? This is a common problem for many homeowners, and deciding whether to replace one or both of your heating or air conditioning systems can be a real dilemma. It may seem cost-effective to just…
Read MoreWhen Is the Best Time to Replace Your Heating or Cooling System?
Many homeowners wait until their home heating or cooling system has permanently broken down before considering replacement. They figure they may as well get the most out of their system while they still can, and that by doing so, they’re saving money. That’s not necessarily true, and it’s often better to replace a system while…
Read MoreSEER: The Term Every Homeowner Should Know
UPDATED April 7, 2020 Investing in a new air conditioning system? SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) is one of the most important factors to consider to ensure that you purchase an AC system that delivers the comfort you expect and deserve. But, what is SEER exactly, and why is it so important? SEER Defined SEER,…
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