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How do I Pay for My New HVAC System?
A new HVAC system is a major investment. If an emergency is forcing you to purchase a new HVAC system before you are financially prepared for it, then you may be concerned. Fortunately, many HVAC contractors are willing to accept several different forms of payment, as well as offer financing for you. If you are …
Can We Fix Hot and Cool Rooms in our House?
You may have noticed that certain rooms in your home are cooler or warmer than you like, depending on the time of year. It is the job of the thermostat to control the temperature in your home. If you notice that there are rooms that do not seem to be getting the same amount of …
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What to Look for When Buying a Hot Water Heater
Having hot water on demand is a convenience we often take for granted — that is, until we step into the shower and it all runs out. If your system is due for a replacement, there are many factors you will want to look at to help determine which type of water heater you should …
Is It Okay to Install Different Brands for your Furnace and Air Conditioner?
Choosing the right HVAC system replacement is a complex decision. You will have to take into account installation factors, capacity, efficiency ratings and many other criteria in order to choose the system that will work best for your heating or cooling needs. When making this decision, limiting yourself to a single brand can feel restrictive. …
What Goes Into Installing a New Central HVAC System?
Installation is one of the most important aspects of having a trouble-free HVAC system. Proper HVAC system installation can prevent problems leading to equipment malfunction or shortened life spans. For example, improper wiring can cause the system to frequently overload the circuit and trip the breaker. Ensuring that you get the right size system and …
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What Do New Regulations on Hot Water Heaters Mean For You?
If you have an aging hot water heater over 10 years old or one that is giving you problems, now could be the best time to replace it. New energy efficiency regulations are being put in place that could increase the costs of replacing your system. These costs can be negligible to some, but to …
Finding the Right Sized Air Conditioner
Contrary to popular belief in America, bigger is not always better. This could not be truer when it comes to choosing an AC unit. While it might seem like a good idea to go out and buy the biggest unit you can afford, many times you are actually causing yourself more headaches than you are …
How To Increase Furnace Lifetime
A furnace is a costly investment. To maximize the investment that you put into your furnace, you need to make sure that it stays in top operating order for as long as it can. This means that you need to do everything possible to maintain your furnace in its peak operating shape. Fortunately, there are …
How to Choose an Air Filter
If you take the time to look over the other blogs on our website, you will no doubt encounter the same advice over and over again: Replace your air filter. It is a critical piece of maintenance for every home HVAC system that can substantially affect the operation of your unit. So, now that you …
Common Heating System Problems and Their Solutions
Heating systems tend to be quite reliable when well-maintained, but sometimes they have issues that can be mysterious to diagnose. Since most homeowners are not brave or knowledgeable enough to tinker around on their own heating systems, they must throw up their arms and wait until an expert can come by and fix the problem. …
