The Hidden Costs of Delaying HVAC Maintenance

April 2, 2025

Living in the St. Louis, MO metropolitan area means dealing with the extreme heat of summer and the often brutal cold of winter. With a reliable heating and cooling system, you can keep your home comfortable through all the conditions Mother Nature brings. However, if you don’t schedule preventive maintenance, you could face harsh conditions without sufficient airflow. What Is HVAC Maintenance? Heating and cooling maintenance is a comprehensive checkup performed by our professional technicians. During this annual service, we carefully assess, inspect, clean, and tune your system. Our technicians look for operating issues, wear

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What You Need to Know About HVAC Tax Credits and Rebates in 2025

March 3, 2025

When it’s time to invest in a new heating or cooling system for your home, there are many things that you want to take into consideration. One is the potential tax incentives and rebates you may be eligible for when you purchase certain types of HVAC systems. We’re going to dive into more detail below about what these potential incentives and rebates are so that you can choose the appropriate system. Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 One of the most notable tax incentives is on the federal level under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. The

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Tips on Choosing a Trustworthy HVAC Contractor

December 4, 2024

When it comes time to upgrade, tune, or repair your existing heating or cooling system, one of the first things that you’ll need to figure out is who’s going to do the work. Finding a reputable, honest, and expert team is especially important for installation, but it’s crucial for successful repairs as well. If you don’t have a chosen HVAC installer, it’s important to take your time to find the perfect one. Remember that an HVAC installer is going to be someone who you’re going to rely on not only for the installation of your system

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Insulating Your Home for HVAC Efficiency

November 7, 2024

Creating tight home envelopes is one of the best ways for homeowners in Festus, MO, to reduce their heating and cooling-related energy use. You can do this by sealing up cracks and gaps in building materials, installing high-quality windows and doors, and adding weatherstripping. However, installing adequate insulation is also a critical step in preventing energy waste. Read on to find out why insulation is important for HVAC efficiency. HVAC Efficiency Ratings Don’t Mean Much in Inefficient Homes There are definite benefits to buying a furnace and air conditioner with high efficiency ratings. These appliances convert

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How to Prepare Your HVAC System for the Winter Months

October 4, 2024

It’s important to remember that winters in Festus, MO, can get pretty cold. So, it’s crucial to ensure your heating system is in good shape to keep your home warm and cozy. Even though it’s easy just to switch on the heating when it’s cold outside, it might not work as well as it should. Here are eight simple ways to get your heating system ready for winter. 1. Replace Your Air Filter Start by checking your air filter and replacing it if needed. 1- and 2-inch filters commonly need replacing every 30 to 90 days.

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Why Regular Coil Cleaning Is Important for Your Air Conditioner

September 4, 2024

Summer weather in Festus, MO, is often hot and humid. Although local temperatures rarely climb above 90 degrees Fahrenheit, the extra moisture in the air can make conditions both muggy and overbearing. Fortunately, you can beat the heat with a high-functioning and highly efficient air conditioner. Among the best ways to optimize your AC’s performance is by regularly cleaning its coils. Continue to read to find out why. What Are AC Coils? It helps to know what your air conditioner’s coils do to understand the importance of having clean AC coils. Your air conditioner has two

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The Impact of Humidity on Your HVAC System’s Performance

August 6, 2024

In St. Louis, summer brings more than heat. It brings humidity, too, and all you want to do is seek comfort inside a cool home. But what happens when your home feels hot and sticky? When humidity levels rise in your home, it takes more effort from your AC unit to cool the home. From increasing energy consumption to causing substantial wear and tear on the system, humidity levels affect your HVAC’s performance more than you realize. Excessive humidity can also make your home feel warmer, causing you to adjust the thermostat constantly. In this post,

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How to Keep Your HVAC System Running Smoothly During Peak Summer

July 17, 2024

Festus, Missouri gets especially hot and humid in the summertime, so the last thing you want would be for your AC to break down. However, following these tips can help to make sure that your system runs optimally through the dog days of summer. Clean the Filters Spring is particularly rough on HVAC filters because of all the pollen in the air. Therefore, before summer arrives, clean the system’s filters. Most manufacturers recommend cleaning or replacing your air filters every three months. Using a subscription service so that your filters arrive automatically

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The Benefits of Zoned HVAC Systems for Large Homes

June 11, 2024

When you live in a large home, it can be difficult to maintain consistent temperatures throughout your residence. Your indoor air quality’s consistency can also be impacted. Zoned HVAC systems allow you to address these issues by creating separate zones inside with separate controls for each. Zoning allows you to enjoy a more comfortable interior environment and offers multiple advantages. Understanding Zoned HVAC Systems Zoned HVAC systems assign different areas of your home into zones. Each zone has its thermostat so that you can control your indoor temperature more precisely. With a zoned HVAC system, you

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How to Optimize Your HVAC System for Allergy Season

May 16, 2024

Many people think of allergy season as a singular period during the year. If you deal with bad allergies, you know this isn’t the case. There are year-round triggers, including dust, pet dander, mold and insects. There are also multiple seasons within the year depending on where you live. Tree pollen season in Missouri tends to run from February through June. Grass pollen season starts in May and can extend into September, and weed pollen season is August through November. Armed with this information, let’s explore the steps you can take to optimize your HVAC system. Dust

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