Tips

How Often Should You Schedule HVAC Maintenance and Why It Matters

hvac maintenance schedule

When it comes to keeping your home comfortable in Indiana’s changing seasons (and ever-changing weather patterns), your HVAC system does the heavy lifting. From frigid winter nights to sweltering summer afternoons, your heating and cooling system keeps your family cool and cozy. Just like a car, an HVAC system needs regular attention to keep it…

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Is It Time to Repair or Replace Your HVAC System?

heating and air conditioning system repair or replacement

Shewy! It’s sure been a hot one this summer. We hope your AC system has been able to keep up with Mother Nature’s furnace. When Indiana summer temperatures stay locked in the 90s (with corn sweat humidity), your heating and air conditioning system is put to the test. If you’ve been calling for AC repair…

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Plumbing Problems You Shouldn’t Ignore

Plumbing problems Indianapolis homeowners shouldn't ignore

Plumbing issues might start small but they rarely stay that way. For Indianapolis homeowners, overlooking early signs of plumbing trouble can lead to expensive repairs, water damage, and even health hazards from mold or sewage. Below are the most common plumbing problems Indianapolis residents should address right away and why fast action matters.  Check out…

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Get Your Home Summer-Ready: HVAC and Plumbing Tips for Hot Weather

summer AC repair

A summer AC repair could be a real bummer for your summer! As the summer heat finally rolls into Indianapolis, your home’s HVAC and plumbing systems are put to the test. An unexpected breakdown in the middle of a heatwave is not only uncomfortable, but it can also be dangerous for some people. Whether you’re…

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Buying a new AC, Bigger is not better

new ac

By Larry Howald Summer has finally arrived. If your household is in need of a new air conditioner, remember bigger is not better. I always prepare myself and my techs for typical consumer questions and comments when this investment is being researched by a homeowner. A common request is to ask for an oversized air…

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Be cool tips: AC tune ups, equipment, ideas

AC Tips

There’ve been a lot of cool dudes through the decades… Cool Hand Luke (great movie from the 60s), Joe Cool (that’s Snoopy for the younger generation) and Rapper LL Cool J (that one is for my kids). Point is, being cool is being laid-back, relaxed and stress-free. It’s what we all want this summer after…

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Reading an HVAC Equipment Quote 101

When it comes to upgrading your HVAC system, getting a HVAC equipment quote is a crucial step to making a decision. How much will it cost? What am I buying? Are there any perks? Remember, not all HVAC equipment quotes are created equal. Companies quote furnaces and ACs differently, but it all comes down to…

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Shocked at home? Maybe you need a humidifer

Howald Humidifier

Baby it’s cold outside. This is the time of year when cold temps turn to static electricity inside if a humidifier isn’t working correctly. It’s probably fun for the kids to “shock” each other, but for us adults, it means something is not quite right with our indoor air quality. Maybe you’re waking up in…

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Why get an HVAC Tune Up?

HVAC tune up

Think of an HVAC tune up like getting the oil changed on your car or having your car tuned up. Keeping the engine in tip-top shape keeps you safe on the road. What goes into a tune up, you ask. Read on, and call us to schedule. Monitor refrigerant pressure Test starting capabilities Test safety…

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