Get Ready for Summer With a New Air Conditioner!

March 24th, 2025
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As temperatures begin to rise, ensuring your home is cool and comfortable becomes a top priority. If your current air conditioner is struggling to keep up, it may be time to consider an upgrade. A new air conditioner improves efficiency and offers greater reliability and longevity compared to older models. Plus, having your air conditioning installation in Mandeville, LA done by experienced HVAC professionals ensures optimal performance and energy savings. Let’s explore why upgrading to a new air conditioner is a smart investment this summer.

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Are Heat Pump and AC Installations the Same?

March 10th, 2025
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Many things about heat pumps and air conditioners are exactly the same. They have almost entirely the same components, with the notable exception of the reversing valve, which allows the heat pump to heat as well as cool. They require the same type of technician to do the same sorts of maintenance and repairs. But what about installation? Are there differences between having a heat pump and an air conditioner installed? For air conditioner or heat pump installation in Covington, LA, we’ve got you covered!

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How Long Can a Heating System Last?

February 24th, 2025
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We strongly recommend that you have maintenance done on your HVAC system twice a year: in the spring, for your cooling system, and in the fall, for your heating system. And we frequently warn our customers of the signs that a heating system needs repair, so problems won’t worsen, and can be easily fixed. These things will help your heating system last as long as possible.

However, eventually, the day will come when you can no longer get that heating system to keep working, or you would have to invest a great deal in repairs to an old and failing system just to keep it running for a few months. That’s when you need a new heater! But when will it happen? We believe in the value of planning ahead, so let’s talk about how long you can expect a heating system to last before you need to replace it.

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Do I Need a Heating Contractor?

February 10th, 2025
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In Louisiana, we don’t use our heat as much of the year as many of our northern neighbors do. This means our heating systems don’t get as much wear and tear from constant use for several months, like the furnaces of our frozen friends in Maine or Minnesota. But does that mean we don’t need to pay much attention to our heating systems?

Despite our warmer climate, it does get cold enough in the winter here to cause some serious hazards if you don’t have a functional furnace. Health concerns and even frozen pipes could occur. Even in our area, it’s always worth taking excellent care of your heating system. This means you need a trusted, reliable heating contractor.

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Heat Pump Care in the Winter

January 27th, 2025
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A heat pump is an amazing piece of technology, and in our climate, it may be the only equipment you need for both cooling and heating. But it’s not actually magic! That means you need to take good care of it, so it can take good care of you. What should you be doing this winter to keep your heat pump in good condition? Here are the things to keep in mind.

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Do I Need to Run the Air Purifier All Day? Professional Tips

January 13th, 2025
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Breathing cleaner air has huge benefits. It can help you and your family miss fewer days of school and work, reduce the frequency of asthma attacks and allergy symptoms, and prevent headaches, fatigue, and even bad moods! And an air purifier that uses UV light to sanitize the air is the best way to breathe easier. But does it need to be running all the time? Let’s consider.

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Winter Thermostat Tips for Our Customers

December 16th, 2024
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Your heating system is critical to your comfort and wellbeing during the winter. But it’s not the only part of your HVAC system that you need in good working order so that you’ll stay cozy and warm. Without your thermostat, your heating system wouldn’t work at all! We’ve got some tips for you on how to keep your thermostat in great condition and how to set it to maximize your efficiency this winter.

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Fix Your Own Furnace? No! Here’s Why DIY Is a Bad Idea

December 2nd, 2024
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Today, you can find all kinds of information at your fingertips. Once upon a time, people had to go to the library, or consult a hard-to-find expert when they wanted to know something. Now, you carry a world’s worth of knowledge in your pocket. But not everything you see on the internet is actually a good idea!

It’s great to tackle DIY projects when the costs and risks are low. Sure, learn how to do wallpapering! But some parts of your home must only be worked on by experts. Your furnace requires specialized training, licensing, and equipment to repair. Is all that really necessary? Yes! Here’s why not to DIY heating repair.

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How to Choose an Outstanding Heating Contractor

November 18th, 2024
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Although we live in a warm climate, we definitely do need our heat during a certain stretch of the year. And in order to have our heating systems in good condition and ready to work when we do need them, we need to get routine annual maintenance and make sure to have repairs done promptly when something goes wrong. And those things need to be done by professionals.

The average homeowner is not an HVAC expert. That can make it challenging to figure out whether someone you hire to work on your heating system is really qualified! So how can you be sure to choose a heating contractor that’s not just acceptable, but truly outstanding? Here’s what to look for.

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A Handy Heat Pump Maintenance & Repair Guide

November 4th, 2024
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Heat pumps are the perfect system for our climate. They can keep you as cool as a cucumber all summer long. Then, when temperatures drop and you start to feel the winter chill, they can also keep you toasty warm! They’re efficient, too, especially when it comes to heating. And although they might seem new-fangled, they’re based on the same exact technology as air conditioners, which is tried and true.

Because they are so similar to air conditioners, they have a lot of the same components, and a lot of the same needs when it comes to servicing them. But not everything is quite identical! What is different about the maintenance and repair a heat pump needs? Check out this handy guide so you’ll be able to keep your system in top condition.

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