The winter isn’t quite over yet, but we’ll soon start to enjoy warmer temperatures here in Louisiana, and that means we can ease back on how much we use our heating systems. Now is a good period to start considering making a major change in the way you heat your home.
Hall's Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Blog
Boiler Problems That Can Happen in Late Winter
February 22nd, 2016
Most Elm Grove, LA residents don’t give much thought how their boiler functions, until it has a problem. Even then, as it’s nearing the end of winter you may be tempted to hold off on repairs until next winter. This could prove to be a detrimental mistake as small issues have a way of turning into expensive boiler repairs.
Is My Furnace Supposed to Rust?
February 15th, 2016
Even though you may not understand the science behind how a furnace works (and we don’t expect you to) you’re likely well aware that water is not a component of a functioning system. That being said, why are you noticing rust in your heater? This is actually not an immediate cause for concern, but it’s still an issue that you should keep your eye on.
We Offer a Wide Variety of Commercial Refrigeration Services
February 8th, 2016
We aren’t only in the business of helping homes stay cool in summer and warm in winter. We’re also trained experts at refrigeration, and offer many different services for businesses in the area that rely on freezer, coolers, and other commercial refrigeration equipment on a daily basis. We install, replace, repair, and maintain a variety of commercial devices. If you’re looking for any type of service for commercial refrigeration in the Shreveport area, just contact our experienced team.
The Benefits of Having a Service Contract for Your HVAC Equipment
February 1st, 2016
We’ve written before on our blog about how important it is to arrange for annual maintenance to inspect, clean, adjust, and generally service your home’s air conditioning and heating systems. You can call up a professional HVAC company twice a year (once in spring for the AC and then again in fall for the heater) to schedule this routine maintenance. However, a better approach is to sign up for a service contract, such as the Proactive Service Agreement that we offer.
Keeping Your Heat Pump Working Its Best This Winter
January 25th, 2016
Heat pumps are a great way to provide comfort for a home. Instead of only doing half of the job of heating and cooling a house, a heat pump does both. And it does both jobs with high energy efficiency. If you have a heat pump that is properly sized and installed for the heating demands of your home, it should consume much less power than an electric furnace each winter. And you’ll still enjoy the benefits of superb air conditioning when the summer arrives.
Is It Too Late to Arrange for a Furnace Inspection and Tune-Up?
January 18th, 2016
Furnaces are the most common type of home heating system in the country. You probably have one working now to provide winter-time comfort for your family. But did you remember to arrange for a maintenance visit for it during the fall? This is one of the most important services to schedule each year to keep your HVAC system working in the best shape for the longest time possible.
Here’s How to Improve Indoor Air Quality This Winter
January 11th, 2016
To keep a home energy efficient during the winter, it needs to have strong insulation against the outside. This prevents heat from escaping and creating cold drafts. But there’s a negative side-effect to maintaining this seal against the outdoors, which is that it allows the concentration of contaminants inside your house to build up without any way of escaping. This often leads to a serious decline in indoor air quality that triggers asthma and respiratory problems.
Some Plans for a Better HVAC System in Your Home This Year
January 4th, 2016
2016 is already here. You probably have a list of various improvements and other jobs to get done on your house during the coming 12 months. We don’t want to burden you with extra jobs, so we have some suggestions for improving your heating and cooling system that aren’t tough to take care of: you only need to give our technicians a call and we’ll handle it from there!
Stop Bad Ductwork from Stealing Your Money This Winter!
December 28th, 2015
You have your home all prepared for the winter: the windows are caulked, weather stripping is around the outside doors, the insulation is repaired or replaced, and you’ve arrange for professional maintenance for your heating system. That should make your home energy efficient and keep the heat trapped indoors where it belongs. Have you missed anything?
