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. Contact Bone Heating & Cooling today! 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.

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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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Understanding the Importance of Proper Airflow in HVAC Systems

April 9, 2024

Whether you are cooling your home in the hot months or warming it in the winter, an HVAC system that functions properly is essential to your comfort. One vital factor in how well your HVAC system works is airflow. There are plenty of steps that you can take to boost airflow and countless benefits of having quality, even airflow throughout your home. Understanding HVAC Airflow Without significant airflow, the conditioned air from your HVAC system doesn’t properly distribute throughout your home. Most areas will not be at your set temperature. Weak airflow can also cause your

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The Role of Smart Thermostats in Energy Savings

March 2, 2024

With the increasing costs of virtually everything these days, finding ways to cut your energy bills can help you with your budget. You have a lot of energy-efficient options when it comes to heating and cooling, and a smart thermostat is one of them. Learning how to use the different features and options on a smart thermostat could save you hundreds of dollars each year on your utility bill, money you can put to better use elsewhere. Contact Bone Heating & Cooling today! What is a Smart Thermostat A smart thermostat is a device used in

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The Science Behind Heat Pumps and Why They’re Efficient

January 9, 2024

The popularity of heat pumps has skyrocketed in recent years because they are extremely energy efficient. Another major advantage is that heat pumps can provide both heating and air conditioning. In this article, we’ll show you exactly how heat pumps work, why they’re so efficient and why they’re such a great option. How Heat Pumps Cool and Heat Heat naturally travels from warm areas to cooler ones. A heat pump uses this principle to transfer heat to the inside of a cool home in the winter and withdraw the heat from a warm home in the

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