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Common HVAC Issues to Look Out for During Winter

Winter is almost near! And it is crucial to make sure your HVAC equipment is in good condition, so you and your family can keep warm and comfortable. However, the unpleasant cold weather can bring out potential problems in your heating and cooling unit. Here are some common HVAC issues that you’ll need to keep an eye on. Frozen Coils …

What Are Mini-Split Systems and Are They Good For Heating Purposes?

There are a variety of different ways you can heat your home. With winter in full swing, you want to be sure that you and your loved ones are warm and cozy all winter long. That is why you need to be sure you have the right heating system for your home. However, it can be hard to know which …

What’s the Most Efficient Heating System for Your Home?

When it comes to heating your home, efficiency is king. Having an efficient heating system will save you money and energy while providing a more comfortable home heating experience. Efficiency in your heating system may mean different things; efficiency in cost, environmental efficiency, or energy efficiency. With so many different options to heat your home available on the market today, …

What Is A Heat Pump And How Does It Work?

If you have ever had a new HVAC system installed or needed to have HVAC repairs, you are probably familiar with the term Heat Pump. Yet, while you may have heard that you needed to either replace or repair a heat pump, do you actually know what it is or what it does? Probably not. So here is a breakdown …

The Benefits of Home Heat Pumps

Heat pumps are a modern and efficient way to heat and cool homes through the same system. Unlike earlier versions, new heat pumps are effective in heating homes even in colder climates. They are easier on the environment as they provide for a cleaner operation than some other home heating options. And to top it all off, they are also …

7 Tips to MAKE YOUR HOME HEAT EFFICIENT

Most of us do not consider our home a “system,” but if we did, we could make them more energy efficient, comfortable and save money, all at the same time! Professional heating contractors do view homes as systems, because so many parts of them affect each other. Their professional knowledge and technical expertise can help you operate your home …

5 Signs Your Air Conditioning System Needs Repair

Related Reads: 5 Tips to Keeping Cool Without Cranking The Air Conditioning Do You Really Need Air Conditioning Maintenance? Let’s face it, air conditioning problems never seem to occur at convenient times. Often, it is an extreme weather day that pushes an old or faulty system beyond its capabilities. You don’t want your family or a house full of guests …

SEER Ratings – What Are They and What Do They Mean?

Sometimes, in the heating and cooling industry, you’ll hear terms that you don’t really understand. One of those terms is SEER rating. What exactly is a SEER rating and what do you need to know about these ratings to be an informed consumer? The pros at Home Comfort Experts break down the basics to help you understand exactly what it …

Heat Pump vs. Furnace & AC Combo

Many of our customers ask us about the difference between an air conditioner/furnace heating and cooling system and a heat pump system. At Home Comfort Experts, we install heat pumps and furnace & AC systems in Indiana homes, so here is a basic rundown of the differences between them. What’s the Difference Between the Heating Systems? The major difference between a …

Back to School: 3 Assignments for Homeowners

With summer coming to an end and the kids heading back to school, it is time to get your home back in gear. In order to do just that, Home Comfort Experts is giving homeowners a few homework assignments. Assignment #1: Make Adjustments to Your Programmable Thermostat Your family’s schedule has probably changed now that school is back in …