Don’t Let Warm Weather Trick You: Schedule Heating Repairs!

Monday, January 2nd, 2017

We’ve been enjoying a warm stretch of weather here at the end of the year and the start of the new one. It’s been warm enough that it’s easy to think that you might not really need your heating system working in top shape.

But winter is far from over. The average low temperature in January is in the mid-30s, and you can expect that we’ll experience a few weeks of weather when heating systems will need to put in steady work. If you noticed trouble with your heater during December, you can’t afford to ignore it and hope the system will get through the rest of the season. Always schedule heating repairs as soon as you notice problems… no matter the time of year.

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The Secret of Thermostat Settings in Winter

Monday, December 26th, 2016

This blog title sounds a touch ominous and mysterious, doesn’t it? But if it got your attention, then it’s done its job—because the “secret” we’re going to share here can help you save on your energy bills over the winter and give your heating system a longer, less-troubled service life.

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Ways to Save Money with Energy-Efficient Appliances

Monday, December 19th, 2016

Everybody wants to save money in their home, and there are many ways to cut down on expenditures. A way that we can help you with lowering annual costs is through installing special energy-saving HVAC and IAQ (indoor air quality) appliances and products. Below are a few suggestions.

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Carbon Monoxide Testing: Why It’s Important

Monday, December 5th, 2016

Do you use natural gas in your home? Whether you use it for powering appliances in the kitchen, running a furnace, or both, it’s important that you test your home for the presence of harmful levels of carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon monoxide is a byproduct of the incomplete combustion of natural gas (as well as other fuels, but the principle concern in homes comes from natural gas) and it can leak from malfunctioning appliances or become backed up into a home if it isn’t properly vented.

Even homes that don’t rely on natural gas can have CO problems if they have an attached garage: fumes from vehicles can easily enter the living spaces. Other CO sources include kerosene heaters and poorly vented fireplaces.

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Warnings about Carbon Monoxide This Winter

Monday, November 14th, 2016

This is an important warning we like to post before the start of each winter season. When the cold weather arrives, you’ll start to use your furnace on a regular basis to keep your household toasty warm. Chances are high that you have a natural gas furnace, which is the most popular type of residential heating system in North America. There are a number of good reasons for this:

  • Natural gas is less expensive a fuel source than electricity.
  • It’s convenient, piped right into your home.
  • It burns cleanly, with few harmful emissions.
  • Gas-powered furnaces can provide powerful levels of heat.

But there’s one downside to using natural gas for heat, and it’s the potential for carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.

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Upgrade Your Business’s Heating with Smart Thermostats

Monday, October 31st, 2016

If you own or operate a business, you probably pay special attention to your energy bills during the winter. A heating system, whether a commercial furnace, boiler, or heat pump, has to put in a good deal of work to overcome the chilly outdoor temperatures and keep employees and clientele happy. That comfort comes at a price… but it may be a higher price than it needs to be.

There are many large-scale upgrades you can make to your company’s heating system, but sometimes the simplest change will make a huge difference. We suggest that you look into upgrading your thermostats if they’re older than 10 years, and put in smart thermostats.

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Why Fall Heating Inspections and Tune-Ups Are So Important

Monday, October 24th, 2016

A service that we strongly push for during this time of the year is the professional inspection and tune-up of residential heating systems. When you arrange for regular heating maintenance through our Proactive Service Agreement, one of our skilled technicians will come to your house each fall and see that your furnace or other heater is fully inspected, cleaned, and adjusted. (Here’s more details about what happens during maintenance.)

We don’t just recommend that homeowners do this. It’s essential to have it done each year! Here are some of the reasons why:

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Why Timing Is Everything with Heating Repair

Monday, October 10th, 2016

Although you probably haven’t needed to turn your home heating system on yet this season—we’re experiencing a hot-to-warm fall so far—it won’t be long until it will be putting in regular work. We hope that you’ve already arranged for a maintenance visit from one of our heating professionals to see that your heater is ready for the job. (If you haven’t, it’s certainly not too late to sign our Proactive Service Agreement!)

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What You Can Expect from Heating Maintenance

Monday, October 3rd, 2016

Now that it’s October, we strongly recommend you arrange for a heating maintenance visit from one of our professionals as soon as you can. As November closes in, you can expect HVAC professionals to get busy, so now is an excellent time to take advantage of a slower period and have this vital job ticked off your “to-do” list. Seasonal maintenance helps identify repairs or efficiency adjustments before the heating season, ensuring your system is ready for the colder months. When choosing a technician, ensure they are certified by organizations like North American Technician Excellence (NATE), which indicates a high level of training and expertise. Certified technicians use specialized tools to inspect and maintain heating systems.

Our business is committed to providing reliable HVAC services and ensuring our customers receive the highest level of satisfaction with every visit. Proper licenses and insurance, including liability and workers’ compensation insurance, are required for HVAC contractors in Louisiana, and we ensure compliance with these standards to provide you with peace of mind.

We’ve already discussed why heating maintenance is so important in a recent post. Now we’re going to take a close look at what you can expect when one of our experts comes to your home for the service. We’ll use a gas furnace for our example, since this is the most common type of heating system in the area. Radiant heating systems, while not as common, provide comfortable and efficient heating without losing heat through ducts. However, they come with a higher initial installation cost and do not provide air conditioning. After maintenance, our technicians can walk you through the operation of your heating system to ensure you understand how to use it efficiently and safely. The process is different for other types of heaters, but you can expect our technicians to know exactly what to do.

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Evaluate Your Furnace at the Start of the Season

Monday, September 26th, 2016

Yes, it’s still warm outside. That’s often how it is during the first few weeks of fall. But that doesn’t mean we can simply ignore that time marches forward, and it can quickly march into the cold part of the year. Right now is the time to prepare your home for the upcoming cooler weather.

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