Your HVAC system is like the heart and lungs of your home. It’s absolutely critical, whether it’s summer and you need AC, or it’s winter and you need heat. It can even include things like a dehumidifier or an air purifier. So you don’t want to be caught unprepared when some portion of that critical system needs to be replaced. Having as much information as possible in advance can help you make decisions about when to schedule something as important as a furnace or air conditioner replacement. How long does it take to replace a heating or AC system? What do you need to do to prepare for the in ..read more

Our air conditioners here in Florida have a hard job to do. Temperatures are high and summers are long. Even so, with regular maintenance, an air conditioner can last more than a decade. If your air conditioner is getting on in years, you’re probably starting to wonder when you’ll need to replace it.  You don’t want to spend money on AC replacement too soon if it’s not necessary, but you don’t want to put it off until it breaks down completely. Where is the line? How can you tell when it’s time to get a new air conditioner? We’ll try to make that as simple as possible for you. Here’s wha ..read more

You probably know that you should schedule AC maintenance before the weather heats up. You’ve surely been told that it will keep your air conditioner from having as many problems, saving you from breakdowns or repair needs. You might even know that it will help your air conditioner run more efficiently, so your electric bill won’t creep up and up, and that it will maximize your air conditioner’s life expectancy. But you might have a better understanding of traditional AC maintenance than ductless maintenance. If you have a ductless system, what maintenance does it need? Is it different from c ..read more

Indoor air quality has a major impact on people’s wellbeing. Breathing in contaminants and allergens can have serious consequences for respiratory systems, causing an increase in allergy and asthma symptoms and general irritation of the lungs, nose, and throat, and even the eyes. But poor-quality air can have other impacts, too. Did you know that when indoor air quality is improved, people’s quality of sleep is improved as well? Imagine being able to breathe more freely and avoid germs and irritants and illness while also getting better sleep at night and more energy during the day! A UV air ..read more

When it comes to heating repair needs, we’ve seen it all! But there are some problems we see much less often than others. Issues like a broken fan (or failure in the motor that powers that fan) are everyday occurrences for us. But on occasion, we have the opportunity to deal with something much more unusual. What strange things can happen in your home that cause your heating system to fail? Here are some of the most unusual ones. Water Damage While a heating system like a boiler does contain water, those are rare in our area, and that’s not the issue we’re talking about. The truly surprising ..read more

You’ve decided it’s time to replace your old furnace. Congratulations! We’re certain you’ll be happier and more comfortable with a new one. And since furnace efficiency has improved in the last couple of decades since you bought your old one, you’ll be pleased with your utility bills now, too. But furnace replacement is a bit complicated and mysterious to the average homeowner. We’d like to help demystify this process and answer some of the most important questions about furnace replacement. What are the steps of electric furnace installation? What can you do to prepare? And how long will it ..read more

Toward the end of the life of a furnace, homeowners sometimes spend a lot of time and mental energy wrestling with the decision of when to replace it. Of course, if you could get by for a couple more winters, it would feel like a waste to get a new furnace now. But if you wait until it’s completely broken down, you’ll have to rush the replacement so you don’t freeze! If only there was some way to know whether you should get rid of that old furnace now or try to keep it running, huh? Well, we’ve got some information for you. There’s one thing that means your furnace absolutely must be replaced ..read more

Maybe you’ve got an old heat pump that’s getting ready to retire. Maybe you’ve got a central air conditioner and a furnace, and you’re wishing they were more energy-efficient and cheaper to run. Maybe you’re doing home renovations and considering upgrading to a better system for keeping your home at an ideal temperature. A ductless mini split heat pump is the answer. How do heat pumps work? How are they so efficient? How is a mini split different from a system with ductwork? And what is the best one to get? We can’t speak highly enough of Mitsubishi ductless mini splits, and we’ll explain exa ..read more

Is your furnace aging or breaking down? Are you starting to wonder how much longer it’ll last? If so, you’re probably considering your options for furnace replacement. The first decision you’ll have to make is whether to get a gas furnace or an electric one. When your heating system needs to be replaced, both gas and electric furnaces are good options. But which one is right for you? Lifespan First, remember that furnace life expectancy is very dependent upon maintenance. If you never have maintenance done, you can cut these lifespan estimates in half! That said, gas furnaces typically run fo ..read more

You’ve surely heard that heat pumps are extremely efficient. But how can you tell just how efficient they are? How can you compare one heat pump to another? Since heat pumps both heat and cool, are there different ways to look at the efficiency of each operation? What should you know before choosing which heat pump to have installed in your home? Luckily, there are some very clear answers to these questions. Heat pump efficiency ratings may seem a little complex, but don’t worry. It won’t take long to make sense of them and learn exactly what to look for.  SEER2 Ratings SEER2 or Seasonal ..read more