512-336-1431
1431 -183 A/C & Heating
The heat exchanger is an essential component of a furnace. Whether you have a gas or electric furnace, it probably features a heat exchanger. It’s a relatively simple component that’s designed to transfer heat into the ductwork. For a better understanding of heat exchangers and how they work, keep reading. The Basics of Heat Exchangers …
A furnace tune-up isn’t something that most homeowners think about. They assume their furnace will always do its job of warming the air inside their homes. Furnaces, however, are complex systems consisting of many different parts. If any of these parts fail, the furnace may struggle to perform its job. Rather than waiting until a …
Is your furnace leaking water? Whether it’s just a few drops or a large puddle, conventional wisdom should lead you to believe that this is not normal. Furnaces don’t contain water. Rather, they use electricity or gas to warm the air. What causes furnaces to leak exactly, and how do you fix it? Restricted Airflow …
The air handler is a vital component of a heating, ventilation, and cooling (HVAC) system. It’s responsible for moving or “handling” conditioned air. Whether you use the air conditioner or furnace, the air handler will move the conditioned air throughout your home. If you’re planning to replace your home’s air handler, though, there are several …
The furnace is designed to warm the air in your home by running it over a heat exchanger. The heat exchanger “exchanges” heat produced by the furnace’s heating element to the air. While some furnaces stop producing warm air when they fail, others can fail by constantly running. If your furnace constantly runs, it may …
The furnace is a critical component of a heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) system. While HVAC systems use an air conditioner for cooling, they rely on a furnace for heating. If you’re looking to buy a new furnace, though, you might be wondering whether they all use a pilot light. Pilot lights are commonly found …
Do you live in a multi-story home? Whether it has two or tree stories, you may discover that the bottom floor is often cooler during the winter. Heat, of course, rises. When warm air is released out the vents, it will naturally rise to the upper floors. Fortunately, there are a few things you can …
When researching residential heating solutions for your home, you’ll probably come across heat pumps. They’ve become a popular alternative to furnaces in recent decades. Heat pumps don’t use burners to warm the indoor air. Instead, they collect heat from the outdoor air and transfer it inside your home. Although they are called “heat pumps,” they …
Your home’s heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) system does more than just create a comfortable temperature; it cleans the air. There are airborne pollutants in all homes, some of which include dust mites, bacteria, mold, and pollen. Fortunately, all HVAC systems are equipped with a filter to remove airborne pollutants such as these. There are …
Dry indoor air is a common occurrence during the winter season. The air inside your home always contains at least some moisture. When the temperature drops, however, so will the air’s moisture content, resulting in low humidity levels. Fortunately, there are ways to tackle dry indoor air during the winter. #1) Use a Humidifier The …
