Heating
What You Need to Know About Mini Split Systems
When it comes to keeping your Indianapolis home comfortable all year, some homeowners are turning to mini split systems for the perfect solution. These systems are energy-efficient, flexible and great for homes that need extra heating or cooling in specific rooms. Whether you have spaces that don’t heat and cool well or are finishing a…
Read MoreHow Often Should You Schedule HVAC Maintenance and Why It Matters
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…
Read MoreReading 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…
Read MoreFurnace filters… there is a difference
Walk into any hardware store or HVAC shop in Indianapolis and ask for a furnace filter. You’ll quickly learn there are many options with labels touting different benefits. So what’s the difference in filters all about? And there is a difference… read on. There’s the good old 1-inch cardboard frame. These are the ones you…
Read MoreDon’t get left in the cold: Larry’s furnace tips
I love cold weather. I mean really cold… think hot-chocolate-sipping, slipper-wearing, fireplace-roaring cold. And while it’s wintry this week. It looks like next week (Feb. 8) it’s gonna get really sub-zero chilly. You don’t want the furnace going out in this kind of weather. Here are a few easy furnace tips to be sure your…
Read MoreNew Furnace Buying Tips From Larry Howald
OK. It’s really cold out in Indianapolis! We know there’s nothing worse than hearing it’s time for a new furnace. It can be a hit to the wallet. Here are some ideas to help your household make a good buying decision at a reasonable cost when the time comes. 1. Cost for repairs vs. new:…
Read MoreEarn credit for HVAC service. Refer someone you know.
Our customers are our heart and soul. Without you, there would be no Howald Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing. Thank you for your support and feedback. It makes us better at what we do–serving you. Business owners know and understand new customers are important. That’s why we’re inviting our current customers to refer someone you…
Read MoreThe language of HVAC companies in Indianapolis
Nope, it’s not French…oui, oui. Nor is it Spanish… senor. The language of HVAC companies in Indianapolis just isn’t romantic. We don’t speak like Italians who can romance an alligator out of an alley. It’s true. Homeowners don’t always love us when we show up at their door because there’s probably a problem with their…
Read MoreIndianapolis furnace company explains furnace efficiency: What’s it all about?
If you’re shopping for an Indianapolis furnace company to help you with a new furnace this winter, you’re probably reading about high-efficiency furnaces. Today furnaces are rated by AFUE (annual fuel utilization efficiency). Units on the market range from 80 to 90 to 98 percent efficiency. So how do you know what works for your…
Read MoreRemember the round one? Times have changed at heating and cooling companies!
I’ve been in the heating and cooling business for decades. That means I have some great memories of how things were. Years ago, Honeywell cornered the market with their thermostats. They called it the “round one.” It was in more homes than any other thermostat in the world. As a matter of fact, if you…
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