Sounds Your Air Conditioner Should NOT Make

July 15th, 2024
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You don’t want to end up with a broken-down air conditioner, waiting in the heat for a technician to come for emergency repairs. Certainly not during the hottest part of the summer! You want to catch any little AC concerns before they get bad enough to stop your air conditioner in its tracks entirely. So how can you tell your air conditioner needs repair? Listen for these tell-tale noises which indicate AC problems.

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Maximize Your AC Efficiency This Summer

July 1st, 2024
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Heating and cooling costs comprise the largest portion of energy costs in American homes. This can add up to a very significant amount of money! You definitely don’t want to be paying any more than you need to for home climate control.

This summer, we’ve got some helpful tips for maximizing your AC efficiency, so you can get the most out of your air conditioning for the lowest cost. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about AC efficiency or need to schedule air conditioning service in Akron, OH.

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How Long Does AC Installation Take?

June 17th, 2024
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If your air conditioner is not up for the job of cooling your home for the summer, it’s time for a new system. The great news is that new air conditioners are more effective and more efficient than ever before. Even when your old unit was brand-new, it used more energy than today’s systems do, and old units get progressively less efficient.

Your new air conditioner is going to be fantastic. You’ll be so happy with your choice. But before you can bask in the cool air, you have to get that system installed. Do you know what to expect? We’ll tell you what your technicians will be doing during your air conditioning installation, how long it will take, and how to streamline the process.

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How AC Maintenance Reduces Repair Needs

June 3rd, 2024
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Here’s an impressive piece of data for you: when an air conditioner receives regular, annual maintenance from a qualified technician, the needs for AC repair can be reduced by as much as80%. Wow! Any time you can reduce something costly and inconvenient by such a dramatic amount, it’s sure to be worth it. But you might have some questions.

What does AC maintenance involve? How does it reduce the need for AC repairs? Are there other benefits? We’ll explain everything.

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Save Money on Your New Heat Pump!

May 20th, 2024
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If your older air conditioner or heat pump is on its way out, you’re probably concerned about the cost of replacing it. But you certainly don’t want to find yourself in the middle of a July or August heat wave with your old system broken down, desperately trying to get something new installed while you sweat miserably. 

We’ve got good news for you. The cost of a new heat pump will almost certainly be less than you expect. There are a couple of different reasons for this. Read on to find out exactly how to save money while getting a new heat pump and having the most comfortable, efficient summer of your life.

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Fats, Oils, and Grease in Your Commercial Plumbing

May 6th, 2024
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The plumbing systems in commercial buildings are under a lot of strain and pressure. Unlike in a residential property, which only provides plumbing for a handful of people, your commercial building may be used by hundreds of people every day! This means that problems which would accumulate slowly in a home can develop very quickly in a commercial setting.

One of these problems is what plumbers call FOG. This stands for fats, oils, and grease. These substances can have huge impacts on your drains. How do fats, oils, and grease cause plumbing problems? Are the problems worse in commercial plumbing? What can be done about it? We’ll tell you.

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What Sets Commercial HVAC Contractors Apart

April 22nd, 2024
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As the owner of a business or a commercial building, you might be very handy. Perhaps you have some experience with routine maintenance tasks. Or, if not, you’ve probably got a building maintenance worker on staff or on your speed dial. So, when your commercial HVAC system needs help, should you do it yourself or have your general maintenance person do it? Definitely neither!

HVAC systems are complex, and it takes extensive training to be an HVAC technician. Beyond that, commercial HVAC systems and the buildings they’re in are quite different from residential HVAC systems and homes. For truly excellent commercial HVAC service, you need expert commercial HVAC contractors. Here’s what sets them apart.

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How to Prepare for Furnace Installation

April 8th, 2024
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Spring is a great time of year to schedule furnace installation. Furnace techs and installers tend to have more scheduling availability. You can have the heat off and doors open without worrying about getting terribly cold. And then you can spend the summer resting easy in the knowledge that you’re already prepared for winter with a brand-new furnace.

Once you’ve got an appointment scheduled for your furnace installation, you’re most of the way there! But you still might not know quite what to expect from this process. Here’s our easy checklist to prepare for your furnace installation. With this, you’ll be armed with the knowledge you need to make it go smoothly and easily.

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What HVAC Services Do You Really Need for Your AC and Heater?

March 25th, 2024
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People often have questions about their air conditioners and heaters but don’t always know how to get honest answers. Whether you’re a new homeowner or simply trying to be better informed about the appliances and systems in your home, it’s absolutely worth taking the time to do some research. 

With a little time and care, you can have heating and AC systems that work better for longer. What are the essential HVAC services that you really need for your AC and your heater? We’ll give you the information you need. There are two main things you need to know, and these things apply to both heaters and air conditioners. 

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This is How You Know if It’s a Plumbing Emergency or Not

March 11th, 2024
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Sometimes, it’s clear that you’ve got a situation on your hands that qualifies as a plumbing emergency. Are your pipes frozen? Perhaps frozen and then ruptured? Or is there a major break somewhere causing water to gush into your home uncontrolled? These are definitely emergencies! 

But sometimes it can be a little harder to decide if your problem really requires an emergency plumber. How can you figure it out? How serious is the issue you’re dealing with? We’ve got some questions you can ask yourself to determine whether your plumbing problem is an emergency or if you can wait for a regular appointment.

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