What’s the Difference Between Ductless and Ducted Heat Pumps?

April 15th, 2024
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Heat pumps are a popular and effective choice for efficiently heating and cooling your home. They transfer heat between indoor and outdoor air, providing heating and cooling functions. However, there are two primary types of heat pumps: ductless and ducted. Understanding the difference between these two options can help you decide if a mini split is right for your  Syracuse home.

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What Are My Options for AC Installation?

April 1st, 2024

When installing a new air conditioning system, homeowners have many options. From different types of air conditioners to selecting the right HVAC company for installation, making informed decisions can ensure optimal cooling performance and long-term reliability.

Let’s go over the types of air conditioners available, discuss three reasons why you need a top-tier HVAC company for installation, and provide tips on finding the right company for your Syracuse air conditioning installation needs.

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How to Choose an HVAC Contractor

March 18th, 2024
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Choosing the right HVAC contractor in Syracuse, NY, can be incredibly difficult due to the overwhelming number of options. Everyone offers the same services and claims to be the best, but do you know what to look for when searching for the right contractor? Picking the right HVAC contractor ensures your home stays comfortable year-round, all while keeping your monthly energy bill reasonable.

To ensure you make an informed choice, consider the following key factors in your quest for the perfect HVAC contractor.

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Get a Jump on Allergy Season with Duct Cleaning

March 4th, 2024
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As allergy season looms on the horizon, homeowners are gearing up to combat pollen, dust, and allergens that wreak havoc on respiratory health. Professional duct cleaning is often overlooked yet highly effective in providing your home with the freshest air. Learn about the significance of getting a jump on allergy season with proactive air duct cleaning in Syracuse NY.

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How Do I Know It’s Time for Water Heater Replacement?

February 19th, 2024
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Water heaters start out as one of the most important appliances in your home, but they can quickly turn into the most frustrating when they run into problems. From frequent leaks to corrosion, your water heater could be making you furiously search online for ways to fix or replace it. The truth is always more complex.

A Syracuse water heater replacement can require professional support for a number of different reasons, but it’s figuring out that you need the replacement in the first place that’s the trickiest part. What signs are worthy of a quick repair and which might make you more inclined to replace the system?

These are the issues that we’ll be breaking down today. As long as you’re willing to make the best decision for you and your family in the long term, we can set you on the right path to success.

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4 Tips to Get The Most From Your Boiler System

February 5th, 2024
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Boilers are hardy machines that tend to last through just about any condition which is one of the reasons we still provide boiler services in Syracuse, NY. They simply last, but they eventually run into problems that can lead to full-scale breakdowns.

We know that’s the last thing you want, so it’s time to figure out exactly what you can do to prevent this from happening in the first place. Here are our tips that help you keep your boiler in check.

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Home and Health Benefits of Duct Cleaning

January 22nd, 2024
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Although the “V” in HVAC–ventilation–is often overlooked, it’s just as important to the efficient operation of your HVAC system. Not only that, but your home’s ductwork can decrease your indoor air quality (IAQ).

The ductwork in your home has the important job of circulating hot and cold air to every room. If your air ducts are damaged or dirty, it can affect how well your furnace and air conditioner run. Dirty air ducts can build up a layer of dirt and debris that can actually reduce the efficiency of your HVAC system.

Ductwork can become so dirty that it causes higher energy bills, extra repairs, and dust pollution in the house. That’s why we recommend duct cleaning every 3-5 years to restore your ducts to like-new condition. Read on to learn about the many benefits of duct cleaning in Syracuse, NY.

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Help! My Heat Pump Isn’t Blowing Hot Air

January 8th, 2024
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Although your heat pump works completely differently than a central furnace, both types of systems can run into a common issue: a lack of hot air. Some of the reasons are the same and some are unique to heat pumps. 

If your heat pump is failing to heat your home in our cold winter weather, there’s one thing you can try before giving us a call for heat pump repair in Syracuse. Let’s go over the possible reasons why your heat pump is suddenly not blowing hot air. 

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Does Your Boiler Need To Be Replaced?

December 25th, 2023
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Many homeowners in the Syracuse area have a boiler in their homes for winter heating. If you love the cozy, radiant heat that a boiler provides and know that you never want another type of heating system like a furnace or heat pump, you might be holding onto a boiler that is due to be replaced.

So how exactly do you know when you need boiler replacement? There are some obvious and less-than-obvious signs. Let’s go over when that old, faithful boiler should be upgraded and when it’s okay to let it go for a little longer.

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4 Things That Can Go Wrong with Gas Furnaces

December 11th, 2023
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There are certain issues that plague HVAC systems that are well-known among homeowners. But for those who have a gas-powered furnace in their homes, there’s a particular set of issues that affect only gas furnaces.

Gas furnace issues should never be ignored. Running a gas furnace with an existing issue is not only a potential safety issue but will also drive up your energy bills and possibly make the problem worse. Homeowners must be aware of the signs that a gas furnace is in trouble. Here are 4 of the most common furnace repairs that occur specifically in gas furnaces.

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