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A reliable HVAC system means you can sit back and enjoy efficient heating and cooling at any time of the year. Enjoying the comfort that comes with your HVAC system is easy, but taking care of it is a significant responsibility. Part of HVAC maintenance involves regularly replacing your air filters to prevent clogs. But if you can’t remember the

Whether it’s cooling off during a summer heatwave or keeping warm during a winter cold snap, your HVAC system keeps your home feeling perfect around the clock. However, that comfort only lasts for so long, with well-maintained AC units typically lasting around 10 to 12 years, while heating systems, such as furnaces, last approximately 15 to 20 years. As your

Whether it’s the middle of summer or the chilly days of winter, your HVAC works hard to keep your home at the perfect temperature. Behind all the mechanisms lies the brain behind the operation: your thermostat. With direct control, you can change your temperature to suit your needs, but what happens when that control is stripped away? A broken thermostat

South Carolina residents enjoy relatively warm weather. But when winter creeps around, temperatures dip, and heaters turn on. Homeowners may wonder which heating system is best for keeping their homes warm on those chilly nights.  The two most common—and popular—choices among homeowners in South Carolina are heat pumps and furnaces. The next question usually is, “Which one is better?” The

In the HVAC industry, innovations have significantly improved system performance and enhanced eco-friendliness. These advancements also apply to HVAC refrigerants. Traditionally, types like R-410A have served as reliable options for cooling our homes. However, as technology evolves, older refrigerants are being phased out in favor of newer alternatives such as R-32 and R-454B. While this may seem like a sudden

Your heat pump keeps you nice and toasty in your home when the weather outside is frightful. But when it stops working, it can be frustrating and uncomfortable. It may still turn on and circulate air, but when you hold your hand up to the vent you feel that the air is cold or lukewarm at best. What do you

On a hot summer day in Charleston when you’re just about to kick back to enjoy the comfort of your AC, the last thing you want is a surprise droplet of water splashing onto your face and ripping you from your relaxation. Condensation on your AC ducts may seem like an everyday issue, but this seemingly minor annoyance can be

Many people are drawn to the unique and historic architecture of older homes. These homes may be beautiful, but buyers must be prepared for the potential issues they can have. Many older homes were constructed with materials that are now known to be ineffective or dangerous, and this can manifest in plumbing problems. Additionally, when you buy an older home,

When a hurricane strikes, your AC unit can be among the most vulnerable (and costly) parts of your house to be damaged. Follow these tips to help you prepare and protect your AC unit for a hurricane!

The new year is all about starting fresh and setting goals for the future. If you’ve reflected on the past year and realized there are improvements you can make to your home comfort, setting new year’s resolutions for your HVAC and plumbing system can help make that dream a reality. While they can be easy to forget about, your plumbing,