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Handling Poor Airflow From Your Heater

Monday, November 16th, 2020

You can have a heater that creates heat well but if something is off with the airflow in or out of your system, your comfort isn’t going to be what it is meant to be. This is why airflow is such an important part of the heating process for your home. So what do you do when the usual flow of air just isn’t there?

Well, once you do a bit of troubleshooting, we suggest reaching out for heating repair in Waco, TX. Whether it is a bad blower fan or a clogged filter, a professional technician is going to be able to identify and address the issue.

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Dirty Air Can Harm Your Comfort

Monday, October 19th, 2020

Have you ever been outside when a small dust storm hit? Or maybe you were walking around an outdoor mall when a heavy breeze full of dirt tore through the area. When you think of experiences like these, you probably don’t think “Well, it wasn’t that uncomfortable.” If anything right now you may be able to taste the dust that got into your mouth.

Your house is supposed to provide a safe haven that protects you from dirty air incidents like these. However that may not apply to your home if you have poor indoor air quality in Waco, TX. Thankfully, you aren’t without solutions to this issue.

Tags: Air Filters, Air Purification, Duct Cleaning, Indoor Air Quality, Waco
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3 Sounds That Say You Need Heater Repairs

Monday, October 5th, 2020

We know that the daily weather around Waco hasn’t inspired many of us to think of our heaters. Sometimes the chilly temperatures at night have brought residents to reach out to switch their thermostat from cooling to heating.

The problem here that you might run into is that your heater may not be able to do the job you need it to do. If you’ve tested out your heater recently and discovered that is doesn’t seem up to the task, it is likely time for you to schedule heating repair in Waco, TX.

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Is It Time to Upgrade Your Thermostat?

Monday, June 15th, 2020

When your air conditioning system starts to have trouble keeping your home cool, what is your first thought about what the cause could be? Is it a dirty filter, or maybe a broken part? What if the cause wasn’t in your air conditioner at all but instead in where it gets its commands from?

If your thermostat is having problems, it is going to mean that your AC system does too. See, your thermostat is responsible for telling your cooling system what to do and how long to do it. That is why we want to tell you about if and when you need to upgrade your thermostat and what your options are.

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Here’s What You Should Do With Your Furnace in the Summer

Monday, April 6th, 2020

Your furnace worked hard all winter to keep you and your family warm and comfortable, so now, it is your turn to take care of your furnace. See, your furnace, even in Summer, deserves a little TLC!

There are a number of steps you should take to ensure that your furnace is well-maintained during the summer, and below, we have listed them for you. All you have to do is keep reading to find out more, and of course, remember to call us for your HVAC in Waco, TX.

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So, What’s the Deal with HRVs and ERVs?

Monday, October 21st, 2019

One thing that you’ll always, always, always hear us HVAC technicians talking about is energy efficiency, so surely, it must be pretty important!

But, there’s one problem: our homes are often sealed up so tightly that fresh air barely has a chance of making it inside! And yes, while this is great for efficiency, it’s horrible for indoor air quality. So, what can we do?

Well, one way that we can combat this problem is with a heat or energy recovery ventilator — which you may have heard about before. We understand that these systems can be a bit confusing and that many homeowners don’t quite understand what they do. That is why, below, we’ve explained it all! All you’ve got to do is keep reading to find out more!

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Why Does My AC Sound SO Weird?

Monday, October 7th, 2019

Here’s the thing: your air conditioner should not be making any strange sounds! In fact, the only sound you should ever hear coming from your AC is the sound of air gently whooshing through the vents. Therefore, any other sounds, you know, the ones that don’t quite qualify as “background noise” are a cause for concern!

Below, we have listed some of the sounds you definitely don’t want to hear coming from your AC. All you’ve got to do is keep reading to find out more! (Oh, and of course, remember to schedule your AC repair in Waco, TX with our team!)

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