Although we live in one of the mildest winter climates, we still require home heating during the coolest months of the winter. These tips can help you save on home heating, leaving more money in your pocket and also setting the stage for lower summertime cooling costs. Have your furnace or heat pump professionally serviced…
For real peace of mind while you’re on vacation, just turning off your heating system and locking the door isn’t enough. Before you leave, take the time to properly prepare your home so you don’t come back to any unpleasant surprises. Lower the heat – Even in the Brandon and Valrico area’s mild winters, frozen…
For every problem, there’s a solution. Keep telling yourself this if you find yourself asking, Why is my furnace not working? Do I need an AC Repair? Then call a trusted HVAC professional for an in-depth inspection. Before the HVAC appointment, tackle these troubleshooting steps if your furnace won’t start: Check that your furnace is…
Your Brandon area home has a heating system you’ve relied on to keep your family warm. If it’s a furnace, at some point you must have asked yourself, “How long do furnaces last? Was your furnace in place when you purchased your home? Did you purchase your home or install a new furnace in the 20th…
To Get the Most Out of Your High Efficiency Furnace, You Need to Improve Home Efficiency A high efficiency furnace can be the largest energy user in your home. By opting for a furnace with efficiency of 90 or even 95 percent, you can save money in the long term compared to a lower efficiency boiler….
How Do Two-Stage Furnaces Stack Up Against Traditional Models? You’ve probably heard about two-stage furnaces, but perhaps didn’t know how it differs from a standard single-stage furnace. Here are some of the most common reasons people upgrade to a two-stage furnace. The two stages involve a high heat setting like on all furnaces, but also…
While Florida is known for warm summer weather, the last thing anyone needs in the winter is a furnace blowing cold air. Before calling in the professionals, consider these points to see if your furnace has a deeper problem. Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air? It could be perfectly normal. When you come home…
Though Florida is known for its mild temperatures year-round, you may sometimes need heating in Florida in the winter. Furnaces are the traditional way to heat a home in the northern states but they are quite expensive to operate. Many Floridians choose to install heat pumps because they are more energy-efficient. Heat pumps move heat from…
Keep Maintaining Your Air Conditioning, Even as the Weather Cools Off Do you want your air conditioning system ready for peak performance next spring? If so, here are some simple tasks you can do this fall to keep your system maintained and running efficiently beyond next spring and summer. What HVAC Professionals Recommend If your…
Heat Gain: Get a Handle on It for More Comfort in Your Brandon Home While much of the nation is figuring out ways to heat their homes, Florida homeowners are still working on ways to mitigate heat gain. Unchecked heat gain will cause your interior temperatures to soar, making your cooling system work that much…
The long, hot Tampa Bay area cooling season takes a toll on your air conditioner, which works 24/7 to keep you comfortable. You can help reduce the load on your system’s compressor by following these tips. Reduce the Load on Your Air Conditioner and Compressor Turn up your thermostat when you leave the house or…
Air Conditioner Theft and the Rising Value of Scrap Copper Air conditioner theft has become a popular crime in recent years, due to increasing payouts for scrap copper recycling. If you’ve recently upgraded your air conditioning system or heat pump, you’re smart – you’ve kept your electric bill from picking your pocket. Energy-saving equipment is…
