There’s an old saying that’s just as true today as when it was first said: “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” If you’re a homeowner, you already know that preventative maintenance has the power to prevent major expenses and headaches. As it turns out, that’s also true for your home’s cooling and heating systems. In this article, we’ll review the best ways you can avoid or prevent the most expensive HVAC repairs. LEARN HOW TO AVOID OTHER EXPENSIVE HOME REPAIRS As a homeowner, you’re responsible for a lot more than just your HVAC systems. Check out our latest infographic to learn ..read more

It’s one of the most common questions we hear from local homeowners: what are heat pumps, exactly? Heat pumps have been around for many years now, but improvements in technology and efficiency have led more and more homeowners to make the switch to this type of cooling and heating system. In this article, we’ll review how heat pumps work and answer the top questions our customers have about these systems. If you’re ready to learn more about your cooling and heating options here in Baton Rouge, you’ll want to contact us here at Buddy’s Air Conditioning & Heating. We offer free in ..read more

There’s an old saying that’s just as true today as when it was first said: “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” If you’re a homeowner, you already know that preventative maintenance has the power to prevent major expenses and headaches. As it turns out, that’s also true for your home’s cooling and heating systems. In this article, we’ll review the best ways you can avoid or prevent the most expensive HVAC repairs. LEARN HOW TO AVOID OTHER EXPENSIVE HOME REPAIRS As a homeowner, you’re responsible for a lot more than just your HVAC systems. Check out our latest infographic to learn ..read more

With the heater running, your home will be comfortable this winter. However, if your furnace or heat pump isn’t running efficiently, you could be looking at the potential for high energy bills. One of the primary reasons that many homes waste money on energy during the winter is the loss of heat through the attic, windows, and doors. When you take steps to reduce heat loss, you also reduce the amount of total heat your home needs, lowering your utility bills. In this article, we’ll review some of the most-effective ways you can limit heat loss in your home. 8 WAYS TO REDUCE HEAT LOSS AND BE C ..read more

If your home has a gas furnace, your furnace has a furnace flame sensor. But, just what is this component, and why is it so important? Further, why do furnace sensor issues lead to a furnace breakdown? In this article, we’ll review everything you need to know about flame sensors, what can go wrong with them, and when you should call our team at Buddy’s Air Conditioning & Heating for 24/7 emergency heating repair. If your flame sensor shuts down the gas valve to your furnace, it’s either because it no longer detects ignition—such as that seen above—or because of a fault with ..read more

No matter what kind of business you run here in Baton Rouge, you rely on effective air conditioning for the summer comfort of your employees and customers. In turn, you can rely on the team at Buddy’s Air Conditioning & Heating for effective cooling and heating services. In this article, we’ll explore what makes our team the best choice for local HVAC work and why you should always call a certified professional when you need cooling and heating services. When your business needs commercial HVAC service, don’t call just anybody. Trust a team of certified professionals. WE’RE HERE FOR YOU WH ..read more

A 2018 study found that the Baton Rouge area is home to the worst air particle pollution in Louisiana. In fact, we’re ranked among the nation’s worst cities for air pollution. With all this attention paid to how bad the air is outside, it’s easy for many local homeowners to lose sight of how bad the air might be inside their home. The truth is that, in many cases, indoor air quality can be far more degraded than even polluted outdoor air. In this article, we’ll review why this is, and how an IAQ test from our team here at Buddy’s A-1 can be the start of freshening up the ai ..read more

What’s worse—going without heat when it’s cold, or going without air conditioning when it’s hot? We’d argue that the latter is worse. When it’s cold, you can pile on blankets and jackets if needed. But when it’s boiling hot outside and your AC has stopped working? The situation isn’t going to resolve itself if you sit around and do nothing about it. You need to call a trusted, local HVAC company for AC repair. You can avoid this situation altogether by staying on top of your air conditioner tune-up schedule, maintenance plan, and warranty. But if you suspect your air condition ..read more

You’ve heard of furnaces, air conditioners, and water heaters. These systems in your home support your daily routine and are essential features of any apartment or home. However, when it comes to cooling your home, there’s another model you should know about—the mini-split unit. When it comes to keeping your home cool, you want to know about every option available. A standard air conditioner may not be the perfect fit for your family, your home’s layout, or your geographic area. Read on to learn more about mini-split air conditioners and how they can improve your cooling and help lower your en ..read more

If your AC unit is tucked away on the side of your home, it’s out of sight, out of mind, right? This mindset can lead to a world of trouble for you and your home—if you neglect regular AC maintenance, you risk encountering more breakdowns, paying higher energy bills, and missing out on the most comfort possible. Joining an HVAC maintenance club can eliminate many of your issues or worries. You no longer have to be in charge of calling and reminding a technician to come out and service your home’s cooling and heating units. Instead, you’ll be in a first-class group of homeowners receiving eleva ..read more