With regular HVAC maintenance, your air conditioner is designed to perform reliably for many years. However, now and then, malfunctions will occur. So what are some of the most common AC questions and problems a homeowner is likely to face? Here are five that HVAC technicians frequently address near The Woodlands. Home Air Conditioner Problems [...]
Nothing keeps your HVAC system in shape like regular maintenance. That means scheduling a maintenance inspection in the spring on the air conditioner and the fall on the furnace, If you have a heat pump that heats and cools, maintenance should also be performed in fall and spring. A thorough inspection and cleaning will ensure [...]
Summer will be here soon, and with it, the long cooling season in our Gulf Coast region. Ensure your air conditioner is in tiptop shape to keep you cool and comfortable by following these simple tips for air conditioner maintenance. 1. Change the air filter. Changing the air filter is the no. 1 thing you [...]
Summer in our region presents some challenges. The high temperatures and humidity can adversely affect anyone, but particularly the elderly, kids and even pets. Overheating can necessitate emergency medical procedures and hospitalization. Read on for some common sense tips to survive the worst of summer in the Gulf Coastal region. Pets You may think that [...]
There are a good many HVAC companies out there, so you may well wonder how to choose the best one for your furnace or air conditioner installation. Fortunately, there are some signs that will help you determine when a prospect is trustworthy. 1. Licensed, Bonded and Insured One important way to begin your investigation [...]
Changing your HVAC system's air filter regularly can save you as much as 15 percent on your utility bills by improving the efficiency of your air conditioner or furnace. But that's not the only reason to change a dirty air filter. Replacing a filter before it's so dirty that it affects airflow can also spare [...]
For better or worse, we've come to rely on our electronic devices, so it can be unsettling when they break down. In our Gulf Coast region, one way to ensure that your electronics don't malfunction is to keep them cool -- particularly over the long, hot summer. If you're concerned about keeping your computer, router, [...]
Cooling season arrives earlier in our neck of the woods than the rest of Texas, and those warm, humid days are already in evidence as spring advances. But before you turn on your air conditioner this season, schedule an air conditioner tune-up. Maintenance on your A/C not only helps ensure your equipment stays in good [...]
Your air conditioner is a sophisticated piece of equipment, and despite the fact that most air conditioners are built to last a long time, eventually, something will break and need attention. Let's have a look at three of the most common air conditioner problems that you are likely to encounter. Low Refrigerant Refrigerant is the [...]
Your HVAC unit is a workhorse, designed to function year in, year out, doing a heavy-duty job of heating and cooling your home in all kinds of weather. But even though these systems are well equipped for hard work, they need occasional maintenance. A spring and fall maintenance checkup is a must for ensuring the [...]
Your HVAC system represents a substantial investment, so you should do everything you can to make it last as long as it can. HVAC systems are designed to run for many years -- some might last for as long as two decades, and are only replaced because the homeowner is looking for greater HVAC efficiency [...]
There a few important points to consider before upgrading a heating system. After all, it's an expensive investment, and you want to make sure when you're replacing equipment that you're choosing the best system for your home and climate. Here are three things you should know before you make your purchase. What Size? Whatever heating [...]
Do you prefer to get your annual HVAC maintenance in summer or winter? Actually, it's important to schedule maintenance twice a year—in the spring, before cooling season starts, and in the fall, before heating season starts. That's the best way to ensure that your equipment runs right all year long. Here's why. Spring Maintenance It [...]
As we like to say about the weather in Texas, if you don't like it, stick around five minutes and it'll change. From warm, soggy summers to the occasional blue norther in winter, our region has it all. That means being prepared for extremes in either season. Fortunately, there are some ways to beat the [...]
Winters are mild in The Woodlands area, offering us an opportunity to lower our energy bills considerably in contrast to the high costs of summer. By taking just a few extra measures to reduce heating costs even more in winter, we can put away the savings for the long cooling season ahead. Install a Programmable [...]
We're lucky in the Greater Houston area that winters are mild, but that doesn't mean we can be casual about home maintenance during the chilly season. Cold snaps do happen here, along with freezes that can damage your home and landscape. Here's a look at some of the home maintenance tasks you should perform, if [...]
American homeowners have many choices for heating their homes, including furnaces, fireplaces, heat pumps, radiant heat and baseboard heat. The most popular heating system is the forced air, combustion-powered furnace, but heat pumps are also growing in market share. So what's the difference between a furnace and a heat pump? Power Source Furnaces usually are [...]
A heating and air conditioning system is among the biggest and most important investments you'll make in your Texas home. This is why it's so important to make sure it comes with a quality warranty, and that you take care not to void an HVAC warranty. Following are some common mistakes people make that end [...]
Do you live in a home with multiple levels or one that has variations in cooling and heating from room to room? If so, you're like a lot of people who can benefit from a zoned climate-control system. Zoning systems divide a home into two or more separate "zones," each with a separate thermostat and [...]
Finding easy ways to cut your energy bills could be as simple as door and window sealing and evaluating the condition of your home's ductwork. Air leaks in any of these three lower your comfort and increase the time it takes to heat and cool your home. The materials for stopping air infiltration are simple [...]
