December 11, 2019 11:38 pmIf you are like many other homeowners, your winter heating bills tend to be much higher than your summer cooling bills. While a lower summertime power bill does not necessarily mean air conditioners are more efficient than heating units, one can’t help but wonder why their bill for running the AC at full blast all summer is so similar to what it would cost to use the heater for just one month in winter. Below is a guide to understanding the difference between AC power usage and furnace power usage in Kalamazoo, MI. Air conditioners You may not know this,... View Article
October 15, 2016 10:44 pmWhen your water heater breaks down, you may immediately think you need repairs from an HVAC service in Kalamazoo, MI, but it may actually be time to replace the unit. While water heaters are designed to last a long time, they do need to be replaced after some time and this should generally be done sooner rather than later. Knowing what constitutes a need for repair vs. a need for replacement can help make this household decision a lot easier. When is repair the best option? While an HVAC service in Kalamazoo, MI can guide you through your decision to... View Article
August 15, 2016 7:05 amThe dog days of summer are upon us. Hopefully you took the time during the spring to buy a new air conditioning unit. If you didn’t, you’re bound to be looking for a new one now before your home becomes too hot to live in. Before you hire HVAC contractors in Kalamazoo, MI to install a new unit, consider the following factors. First, you need to know what size of a unit you need. Next you want to know how energy efficient you want the new unit to be. Finally, you need to know how much you want to spend... View Article
August 1, 2016 7:04 amMost people probably know that their HVAC system has an air filter that is supposed to block debris from getting into the system and wreaking havoc. Hopefully, people also know that they’re supposed to change their air filters periodically in order for the filter to continue to do its job. There are actually several different kinds of air filters available on the market. Each has its own advantages. From high-tech High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters, to simple fiberglass panel filters and carbon air filters, to media and pleated air filters: there’s literally one for every HVAC system! Depending on... View Article
June 5, 2015 3:54 amAs a homeowner, you’re responsible for arranging to have repairs and maintenance completed on the various systems in your home, including your heating, ventilation and air conditioning. Since you’re probably not inclined to tackle these jobs yourself, you need to know that any HVAC contractors in Kalamazoo, MI that you hire are up to the task of working on your system. Here are five ways to know you’ve found a great HVAC contractor: First and foremost, a dependable contractor will be properly licensed, insured and certified to work on HVAC systems in your area. Experience matters. Find an HVAC contractor... View Article
