If you’re struggling to decide the best way to heat your new or existing Texas home, it’s helpful to know the difference between a furnace and a heat pump. We give you the basics, as well as outline the advantages and disadvantages of each option to help make your decision as informed as possible. [...]
When spring arrives, East Texas homeowners know it’s time to schedule annual spring A/C maintenance. A yearly air conditioner tune-up will ensure the cooling system is ready to go for another long summer. While you can complete a few A/C maintenance steps on your own, you’ll want an experienced HVAC technician to perform a comprehensive [...]
When it comes to your home’s heating and cooling system, one thing’s for sure. Without regular maintenance, your system won’t perform as reliably or efficiently, won’t last as long without significant repairs, and won’t heat and cool your home as comfortably. That’s why Bradbury Brothers Platinum Club is such an important service, offering an affordable [...]
Modern homes are more airtight than ever, and this applies to both recently built homes and older homes that have been weatherized for energy efficiency. This is a good thing, but it also comes with a down-side; a home that’s been sealed tightly against the outside elements will also tend to have unhealthy, dirty or [...]
The attic plays a key role in your Texas home's energy efficiency. Even if you take careful steps to save energy in the rest of your home, a neglected attic can sabotage them. Attic improvements that should be on your to-do list include air sealing, insulation and ventilation. Air Sealing In the winter, a leaky attic [...]
If you are scratching your head wondering why the energy bill is high, even though you try to reduce heating and cooling costs, it may be a simple matter of not seeing the forest for the trees. Even in tightly-built homes, there are typically many ways saving money and energy are possible. Here’s the big [...]
Since heating and cooling a home comprises its largest energy expenditure, and the HVAC system its most costly component, it's crucial to have a licensed HVAC professional do the load calculations before selecting a system. These calculations take into account the many characteristics of a structure that affect its heating and cooling requirements. Skipping the load [...]
When your furnace breaks down, finding a reliable furnace repairman becomes a top priority. But how do you ensure you're hiring someone you can trust? In this guide, we'll explore why trust matters and provide valuable tips to help you find a dependable furnace repairman. Why Find a Furnace Repairman You Can Trust Your furnace [...]
With the climate of The Woodlands, you may find yourself relying on your home HVAC system through most of the year. But many people don't know what's behind the acronym – what the parts of the HVAC system are. Here's a brief introduction: H is for Heating There's a wide variety of heating systems on [...]
Before upgrading a heating system, make sure all your ducks are in a row. Unless your existing furnace is unsafe or disfunctional, you’ve got the time to do this right. Furnaces can last a long time if properly cared for and just by upgrading to a new standard efficiency model, you’re probably going to be [...]
Don’t count yourself alone if you find your home has places that aren’t as comfortable as others. Instead of compensating by adjusting the thermostat for those spaces, consider zoning systems. They work by heating and cooling only the parts of the home that need it at any point in time. […]
The HVAC system is an integral part of your home, and repair costs can be quite steep. A warranty of the system will cover you much of the time, but unfortunately, you can easily void an HVAC warranty if you’re not careful. Here are five ways this might accidentally happen: […]
The HVAC system in your home is responsible for keeping you and your family comfortable throughout the year. Problems with heating or cooling may prompt you to consider if you need to upgrade an HVAC system to regain comfort and lower utility bills. It’s not always necessary to upgrade an HVAC system, so it’s important [...]
The fall season has arrived, which means it’s time for a series of focused tasks that will help improve your household comfort level and maintain a healthy use of energy. We’ve compiled some of our favorite fall home maintenance tasks right here: […]
Your heating and cooling equipment is robust, built to last years of heavy use. While HVAC systems don’t require constant babying to function well throughout the year, you can extend HVAC system life with a few simple tips. […]
While you have a lot of options for saving energy and improving your home’s indoor air quality, few are quite as effective as A/C UV lights. Once these lights have been professionally installed, you can sit back and breathe easier while watching your monthly energy bills shrink. […]
You could still fry an egg on the sidewalk in The Woodlands most days, but fall weather is right around the corner, and that means it’s time for your annual fall furnace maintenance visit by a reputable HVAC contractor. Having your furnace tuned up by a qualified technician is the number one way to increase [...]
You’ll probably have some questions for your HVAC contractor before an installation or repair of your heating and cooling system. Go ahead and ask. Any reputable HVAC company will take the time to answer all your inquiries. […]
Clean A/C coils matter because your HVAC system carries a heavy cooling load. To keep the home comfortable, a typical residential air conditioner with a capacity of three tons must extract about 35,000 BTUs of heat energy from inside the house every hour, then disperse that heat into outside air. The evaporator coil located in [...]
Summer is a time of high energy consumption for most families, which translates into big monthly utility bills during the school break. Now that classes are back in session, you have an golden opportunity to get those high energy bills under control. These tips for back-to-school energy savings can help: […]
