Last week, my wife and I visited the beautiful country of Guatemala to visit Saq B’e, one of our LoveServes partners. Our purpose was to hear what God was doing through their churches, survey their resources and challenges, and assess their readiness to grow their reach to more communities. Saq B’e was founded in 2005 to help respond to the devastation caused by hurricane Stan. After helping communities recover from the hurricane, they continued to serve Guatemalan communities with leadership training, agriculture coaching and development, and microfinance.  In 2017, a mutual partner in t ..read more

Refrigerant, commonly referred to as Freon, is essential to the functioning of your air conditioning system. Your air conditioner pumps refrigerant around, absorbs heat from inside your home, and releases it outside to produce cold air. If your refrigerant levels are even slightly low, your home may produce cold air, but the system will use more electricity, remove less humidity, and over-heat the compressor. Circulating refrigerant efficiently is absolutely crucial for maintaining the cooling capacity of your AC unit. Evaporator coil leaks are the most common type of refrigerant leak and can ..read more

Refrigerant is the lifeblood of your home’s air conditioning system. It circulates between your A/C’s indoor evaporator coil and the outdoor condenser coil, transferring heat energy. We think of an air conditioner as pumping cool air into our homes, but in reality, the job of the air conditioning is to remove heat from a room. Essentially, refrigerant is a fluid that goes through a constant cycle of evaporation and condensation, absorbing heat from your house’s indoor air through the evaporator coil and then transporting it outside to the condenser coil, where it releases the heat to the outdo ..read more

Trane All-Aluminum Spine Fin Coils The Trane Spine Fin condenser coil is a distinctive and patented technology used by Trane in their air conditioning and heat pump systems. This design is known for superior performance compared to traditional finned coils. Key features and benefits of the Spine Fin technology Enhanced Heat Transfer: The Spine Fin coil is made from thousands of tiny, highly efficient aluminum fins bonded to aluminum tubing. The design increases the surface area available for heat transfer, improving the efficiency of the hvac system. Durability: The all-aluminum construction o ..read more

Can I Replace the AC Unit Without Replacing the Furnace? It’s one of the most common questions we get in the HVAC world and we hear it phrased in a lot of different ways. Basically, the question is, “Can I replace my outdoor unit without having to replace my indoor unit?” No matter how you phrase it, the simple answer is… YES! If you have a gas furnace, then you can replace just your air conditioner. However, there are some key benefits to replacing both your AC and furnace at the same time. Transparency and honesty are our entire mission at Watkins Heating & Cooling, so our service techni ..read more

What is SEER? What on Earth is SEER2, how is it different than the regular old SEER rating, and what does it mean for my cooling and heating system? The recent move to the SEER2 rating for air conditioning systems has left a lot of people scratching their heads wondering what this means, so we’re here to clear the air for you! Let’s start by explaining what a SEER rating is for those who may not know. SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio and is a rating system that tells us the cooling efficiency of air conditioning units and heat pumps. The higher the number, the more energy effic ..read more

Scam alert! Each heating season, numerous Dayton heating contractors are tempted to lie about cracked heat exchangers in an attempt to sell more furnaces. To be clear, a gas furnace heat exchanger can crack and this is a serious, sometime life-threatening problem. But how can you as a homeowner know if your service technician is just trying to scare you into a new furnace? We give free second opinions on cracked heat exchangers. Our techs can walk you through their diagnostic process so you can see for yourself and be confident in the decision to repair or replace. In a typical heating season ..read more

The HVAC TXV (Thermal Expansion Valve). How it works and why it fails. When it comes to a heating & cooling system, there are many parts that work together to keep our homes comfortable. One of those critical components is the TXV, or Thermal Expansion Valve. Let’s break down how a TXV works, why it’s beneficial, and some common reasons it might fail. What is a TXV? The Thermal Expansion Valve, often abbreviated as TXV, is a precision-machined refrigeration component used in HVAC systems to control the amount of refrigerant that flows through the evaporator coil. The TXV is constantly maki ..read more

A well-functioning HVAC system is essential for maintaining a comfortable and healthy living environment in your home. However, HVAC systems are complex and can experience various issues, leading to decreased performance, discomfort, or even costly repairs. In this article, we will discuss the top 10 most common HVAC issues and provide tips on how to prevent them, helping you keep your home cozy and your HVAC system running Dirty or Clogged Air Filters can cost you thousands Clogged filters often plague HVAC systems, leading to a host of problems. When dirt, dust, and debris build up on the fi ..read more

Switching to a heat pump in Ohio’s climate Heat pumps are becoming increasingly popular as an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly heating and cooling solution for homeowners. They can help reduce energy costs and contribute to a greener home. Let’s dive into the details of heat pumps, explore their benefits and drawbacks, and provide some practical tips for homeowners considering installing one. What Exactly is a Heat Pump? A heat pump is a versatile heating and cooling system that works by transferring (or pumping) heat between two locations. This differs greatly from other forms of ..read more