Spring Cleaning Checklist: Don’t Forget Your HVAC System!

March 10, 2025

Spring is just around the corner, and that means it’s time for a good old-fashioned spring cleaning. While you’re dusting off shelves and decluttering closets, don’t forget one of the most important tasks on your list — your HVAC system! Giving your heating and cooling system some much-needed attention now will help it run efficiently all season long, keeping your home comfortable and your energy bills in check. Here’s your spring cleaning checklist for a happier, healthier HVAC system. One of the simplest yet most effective things you can do is replace your HVAC system’s air filters.

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Common Furnace Repairs and When to Call a Professional

February 10, 2025

A fully functioning furnace is essential for keeping your home warm, safe, and energy-efficient during the colder months. However, like any mechanical system, furnaces can experience problems over time. Understanding common furnace issues and knowing when to call a professional for furnace repair can help you stay ahead of potential breakdowns and keep your system running smoothly. One of the most common furnace issues homeowners encounter is unusual noises. While a soft hum or the occasional pop from ductwork is normal, loud banging, rattling, or squealing can indicate serious problems. These noises often stem from issues like

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Top Reasons Your Furnace Struggles in Cold Weather and How to Fix Them

January 15, 2025

When it gets cold outside, your furnace is supposed to step up and keep your home nice and cozy. But what if it’s not quite doing its job? It can be frustrating to deal with chilly rooms or skyrocketing energy bills when your furnace is struggling. Don’t worry—there are a few common reasons this happens, and luckily, most of them have simple fixes. One of the biggest culprits? A dirty air filter. Over time, dust, pet hair, and all kinds of debris can clog your filter, blocking airflow and making your furnace work way harder than it

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How Low Humidity Allows Bacteria to Thrive in Your Home

December 11, 2024

Did you know that the humidity level in your home directly impacts your health and comfort? Low humidity isn’t just about dry skin or static-filled sweaters—it creates the perfect environment for bacteria and viruses to thrive. If your home’s air is too dry, your family could face increased risks of illness and discomfort. When indoor humidity levels drop below 30%, the air becomes drier than a desert. This dryness impacts your body and your home. Bacteria, as well as viruses like the flu, thrive in low-humidity environments, spreading more easily from person to person. Additionally, dry

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How to Get Your HVAC System Ready for Holiday Visitors

November 1, 2024

With family, friends, and other loved ones coming over for holiday get-togethers, you rely on your HVAC system to provide a warm and comfortable environment. To ensure everything runs smoothly and keeps your home cozy, it’s important to get your system ready ahead of time. Here are some essential steps you can take to prepare so that your home stays comfortable for all your holiday visitors. First, a professional tune-up for your furnace, heat pump, or dual-fuel system keeps your heating system running smoothly when guests arrive. Scheduling a pre-holiday maintenance check with HVAC Services, Inc. can help identify

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The Importance of a Fall Maintenance Appointment for Your Furnace or Heat Pump

October 24, 2024

As the leaves start to change and the air turns crisp, there’s nothing better than coming home to a warm, cozy space. But before you turn up the heat this fall, make sure your furnace or heat pump is ready to handle the chilly months ahead. At HVAC Services, Inc., we can help you get ahead of any potential issues with a fall maintenance appointment — a small step that brings big benefits for your comfort and safety. Every year, we come across “close calls” during these routine checkups that could have led to serious problems: gas leaks, carbon

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What Is a Home Energy Yardstick?

October 15, 2024

The Home Energy Yardstick is a simple tool provided by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that allows homeowners to assess the energy efficiency of their homes. By using this tool, you can quickly compare your home’s energy usage to similar homes across the country, helping you understand how your energy consumption stacks up and where improvements can be made. To use the Home Energy Yardstick, all you need is basic information about your home’s energy consumption over the past year, which you can find on your utility bills. You’ll also need to input details like the size

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Understanding the Importance of a Home Energy Audit

September 5, 2024

Understanding where your home might be losing energy is crucial for maintaining comfort and saving on utility bills. That’s where a home energy audit comes in—a comprehensive evaluation of your home’s energy use that can uncover hidden inefficiencies and offer practical solutions. What to Expect During a Home Energy Audit During a home energy audit, our experienced professionals assess various aspects of your home to identify areas where energy is being wasted. A critical part of this process involves running diagnostic tests, including blower door testing and thermographic imaging. Blower Door

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Ensure Your HVAC System’s Efficiency This Summer

August 8, 2024

As the summer heat reaches its peak, it’s essential to ensure that your HVAC system is operating at its highest efficiency. One crucial component to focus on during this time is the blower motor, as it plays a vital role in maintaining optimal performance and air flow. The Importance of Blower Motors Blower motors are responsible for circulating air throughout your home, ensuring that each room stays cool and comfortable. If your blower motor is not functioning properly, your system may struggle to maintain a consistent temperature, leading to discomfort and potential damage to

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How Duct Leaks Affect Your Comfort and Energy Bills in Summer

July 15, 2024

As the summer heat continues to rise, many homeowners and businesses are relying on their HVAC systems to keep them cool and comfortable. However, what many people may not realize is that duct leaks can actually exacerbate the problem, causing pressure imbalances in the home or business that can lead to increased heat and humidity being pulled in from outside. The Consequences of Leaky Ducts When ducts have leaks or are not properly sealed, the air that is supposed to be circulating throughout the building can escape, causing the system to work harder to maintain the

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