Selecting the right HVAC system for your home is crucial for maintaining comfort and energy efficiency year-round. With various options available in the market, homeowners often find themselves torn between central air conditioners, heat pumps, and ductless mini splits. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the pros and cons of each system to help you make an informed decision. Central Air Conditioners Central air conditioners are a popular choice for many homeowners, offering effective cooling for the entire home. Utilizing a network of ducts, these systems distribute conditioned air ..read more

A malfunctioning heating system can quickly turn your Fresno, CA home into an uncomfortable space. While it may seem like a malfunctioning furnace needs furnace repair, many common issues actually stem from problems with the thermostat. In this blog, we’ll delve into the intricacies of furnace and thermostat functionality, explore common heating issues caused by thermostat malfunctions, and provide troubleshooting tips to help you identify and resolve these issues effectively. Before diving into troubleshooting, it’s essential to understand the role of the thermostat in your heating system. T ..read more

As we get deeper into the heating season, you begin to appreciate what a workhorse your furnace is, tirelessly keeping your home warm and cozy. However, after months of continuous use, they may start exhibiting signs of wear and tear. Addressing these issues promptly is crucial to ensure uninterrupted comfort and prevent more significant problems down the line. In this blog post, we’ll explore some common late-season heating issues homeowners may encounter that warrant a call for furnace repair in Fresno, CA, along with tips on troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.  Common Late-Sea ..read more

Your business or commercial building is a tremendously important part of your life. You’re proud of it, as you should be! It’s worth the time and energy you invest in it. But the truth is, it can also cause you a lot of stress, especially aspects like the HVAC system which can be a bit mysterious. How can you reduce the stress of being responsible for this commercial HVAC system and all the people it serves? Here are 3 helpful tips. 1: Maintenance Goes a Long Way Repairs on commercial HVAC systems can be incredibly inconvenient and costly. In fact, it’s estimated that an average HVAC breakdow ..read more

Heat pumps are fantastic in general, but it’s this time of year when you’re reaping the greatest benefits. They don’t generate heat (which takes a lot of energy) but simply transfer it from one place to another (which takes a lot less energy). So it’s during the heating season when you’ll see the greatest savings from your heat pump.  But that also means it’s extra frustrating if you’re having heat pump problems this time of year! You might end up heating with a backup system if your heat pump isn’t working, and that uses much more energy. If you’re dealing with tripped circuits or other ..read more

One of the saddest (and most expensive) facts of life is that nothing lasts forever. Your heating system is no exception. While there are things you can do to maximize the lifespan of a furnace or heater, at some point, you’ll have to decide whether to keep putting money into repairing it or invest in a replacement instead. How can you navigate that question? We’ve got some information for you. We’ll tell you about heating system lifespans, how to recognize when your system is failing, and what to do next. How Long Heating Systems Last The most common type of heating system in the US is the g ..read more

When something is very important to your well-being and comfort, it should be taken quite seriously, and you should make careful choices about the people who help you keep it in good condition. If you needed a doctor, you wouldn’t call on any random person who said, “hey, I know how to fix people.” You’d make sure they were qualified first! The same should be true of the people you trust with your heating system. A furnace or heater is a big investment, and it’s not something you should take risks with. How can you choose the right heating technician? What qualifications should they have? Her ..read more

One of the most obvious signals that a furnace is having trouble is when it makes a new or unexpected noise. But not all furnace problems are noisy. Without that audible alert to an issue, it’s harder to tell that something’s wrong. When a furnace has a silent problem, you’ll know that it’s time for repair if you spot one of these five warning signs.  1: Insufficient Heat If you simply aren’t getting enough heat at all, even though the furnace continues to run, you’ve got a problem. If your furnace is electric, one of the heating elements may have stopped working. Since an electric furna ..read more

As the holiday season approaches, full of indoor gatherings and celebrations with lots of people breathing the same air, you might be wondering: what exactly is in this air we’re breathing? If we’re indoors so much of the time (statistically, Americans are indoors more than 90% of the time) is there anything we can do to avoid breathing things that make us sick? Allergies are very common. Respiratory symptoms, even without a specific allergy, can be caused by breathing a wide variety of contaminants. Mold is one of the biggest culprits. With an air purifier, you can dramatically cut down on t ..read more

As we reach the end of the summer, it’s a good time to reflect on how well our HVAC system coped with the heat we faced. Did your business or commercial building struggle with overheating during heat waves? What can you do to be better prepared next summer? We’ve got some information for you about how to get the most out of your commercial HVAC system. Keep these things in mind, and your building will fare better the next time extreme heat strikes. How Air Conditioners Work As powerful as a commercial air conditioner is, it’s still really only intended to lower the ambient temperature by arou ..read more