You may be wondering why we’re talking about heating systems. After all, we may have had a few cold mornings recently, but overall our heaters don’t get that much use in comparison to other parts of the country. But actually, that’s exactly why we want to talk about heating efficiency. Even if you do use your heater sparingly, don’t you want to do so as affordably as possible? This starts by doing everything you can to boost that system’s efficiency. Keep reading for some tips on how to do so!
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Tips for Improving Heating Efficiency
Monday, December 17th, 2018“Why Won’t My Heat Pump Switch Modes?”
Monday, December 3rd, 2018
Furnaces have been the traditional mode of heating for homes throughout the country for years now, and for good reason. However, heat pumps are becoming more and more common, due to the benefits that they offer the right homes. They provide two-in-one comfort for year-round use that manages your cooling needs in the summer and your heating needs in the winter.
Of course, if you’re reading this particular post, you probably already have a heat pump in place—one that won’t switch from cooling mode to heating mode. It should, ideally, automatically switch the direction it moves refrigerant so it brings heat into the home, rather than removing it, as soon as you switch modes. But, what if it doesn’t?
Help! One of the Units of My Ductless System Isn’t Working
Monday, November 5th, 2018
There are a number of great benefits to using a ductless mini split to both heat and cool your home—high efficiency, zone control heating and cooling, less dust and dirt blown out due to the lack of air ducts, and versatility in installation.
One benefit that doesn’t get brought up that much is the fact that ductless systems use multiple air handlers, with individualized temperature control. These are small wall units placed in different rooms and areas of the home, rather than you using a single air handler for the whole-home. So when one unit, or rather one air handler, stops working, you don’t have to lose ALL your heating or cooling—just that one area.
Professional Duct Cleaning: Help Your Family Breathe Easier
Monday, October 8th, 2018
If you’re anything like the average homeowners, chances are you don’t think very much about the ductwork snaking its way through your home. After all, these air ducts are hidden from sight, traveling through spaces between walls or through your attic space. Exposed ducts may be common in some types of commercial spaces, but it’s definitely not the norm in residential spaces.
This is something you should think about though. This is partly because ductwork that’s suffered damage will lead to poor heating and cooling performance, and a rise in your energy bills. For this, you will want to look into professional duct repair or sealing. Yet another factor to consider is the cleanliness of your air ducts. When is the last time you scheduled air duct cleaning in Sugar Land, TX?
Indoor Air Quality and Its Impact on Your Air Conditioner
Monday, June 4th, 2018
When you hear the term indoor air quality, what comes to mind? Most likely, you think about the temperature of the air in your living space. This certainly has a great deal to do with your comfort, especially as we approach summer. You simply can’t get by without an effective air conditioner installed by a professional HVAC contractor in Sugar Land, TX.
But indoor air quality is about more than just temperature. When we say “indoor air quality” we’re referring to a couple different factors. Contaminants, or lack thereof, in the air is one factor. Another is the relative humidity level of your indoor air. We’ll save contaminants for another post. Today we want to talk about that humidity factor, and how it affects your air conditioner.
Don’t Let Your Ductwork be the Enemy to Your Comfort!
Monday, May 7th, 2018
Most homeowners don’t think about their air ducts very much, and that’s okay—we don’t expect you too. After all, they are hidden from view for a reason. You shouldn’t have to think about the state of your ductwork very often—but from time to time the air ducts will need a little attention, whether it’s because there’s damage to them or you need professional air duct cleaning in Sugar Land, TX.
Do you know anything about the quality of the air entering your living space from your room vents? This air comes through your ductwork. So if your air ducts are not well taken care of, your indoor air quality can suffer. Fortunately, there is a solution, and that’s professional duct cleaning. Duct cleaning should be performed every few years by a trained professional. We’ve shared below a few more things you should know about this service.
Should You Schedule HVAC Duct Cleaning?
Monday, February 26th, 2018
How much do you know about the ductwork in your home? Probably not a whole lot, and we wouldn’t expect you to. After all, they’re hidden from view for a reason. You shouldn’t have to think about the state of your air ducts too often. But every now and then, they will require a bit of attention. You certainly don’t need to know all the ins and outs of your ductwork, but there are a few things we think you should be aware of if you’re at all concerned about the quality and efficiency of the air being transferred through them.
Professional Sugar Land, TX air duct cleaning is a way to clean out the ductwork that air moves throughout each and every day. We do think it’s important to get this on your schedule, for a few reasons that we’ve highlighted below.
What If Your Heat Pump Won’t Switch Modes?
Monday, February 12th, 2018
It’s not quite time to switch your heat pump from heating mode to cooling mode just yet, but that time will come soon enough. And when it does, you’ll want to easily adjust your heat pump system so that it begins cooling as effectively as it heated your home all winter long.
However, we can’t guarantee that your heat pump will work accurately every time, especially if you skipped your maintenance appointment (this tune-up should be scheduled twice a year for heat pumps) or if your heat pump is aging and is about ready for retirement. If either of these scenarios are the case, then you might find that warm or lukewarm air is coming through your vents still when you try to switch over to cooling mode.
If this is the case, you’ll want to call for professional Sugar Land, TX heat pump services right away. In the meantime though, we’d like to tell you what’s probably going on with your HVAC system.
It’s Never Too Early to Schedule AC Maintenance
Monday, January 29th, 2018
In a place like Texas, it can be hard to keep an air conditioner in pristine condition, considering how much demand homeowners put on their systems. If you care for your cooling system properly, however, there’s no good reason it can’t work as efficiently and effectively as possible for as long as possible. Part of this care is ensuring you invest in routine Sugar Land, TX air conditioning maintenance.
One of the most common questions we get about maintenance is when the best time to schedule it is. Generally speaking, air conditioning maintenance should be scheduled before the system’s heaviest period of use, so in early spring. However, when you have your maintenance scheduled is not as important as how often you have the service completed. But why is preventive maintenance so necessary?
Does Your Ductless System Need Maintenance?
Monday, November 6th, 2017
Because of how they look, ductless air conditioning and heating systems often get mistaken for window or portable air conditioning units. They do have many of the same components, but the configuration of the two is much different. Ductless systems, for instance, have an indoor unit and separate outdoor condenser. Due to their complexity, they necessitate extra care.
Taking care of your investment includes scheduling Sugar Land, TX HVAC maintenance for your ductless system on a regular basis. Because this is a heating and a cooling system in one, you should have this maintenance done twice a year—ideally once in spring to precede the cooling season and once in fall, before you need the heat. Keep reading to learn why ductless system maintenance is so essential!
