HVAC Contractor Blog | Residential Heating and Air Conditioning

Ductless Heating vs. Forced Air

February 6th, 2023

Making a decision about the next type of heater to install in your home isn’t always easy. It can be made easier by learning more about your options though.

Forced air heaters like heat pumps or furnaces provide warm air by blowing it around the home. It feels a bit like a warm breeze and is known for being effective. The question we want to help you answer is whether it is best to use a standard, ducted forced air system or consider a ductless one.

We’ve got everything you need to know about these options.

How Do I Get the Most out of My Furnace?

January 30th, 2023

How happy would you be to find out that you paid extra money just to get the bare minimum of heat from your furnace? You likely wouldn’t be thrilled.

It is no surprise that everyone wants their system to heat their home in both an effective and highly efficient manner. When it comes to furnace efficiency in Minneapolis, MN, there is more to consider than just how often you use the system.

Furnace efficiency can be helped or hindered by a variety of factors. We’ll give you some quick tips to help you enjoy the best efficiency and warmth from your furnace heater moving forward.

How Humid Should My Home Be?

January 23rd, 2023

Depending on where you live, you may think of humidity in a very negative way. Often, we think of humidity only because it is making it hard to keep cool. However, we want to let you know that a total lack of humidity can be just as uncomfortable.

Here’s something that you need to understand when it comes to your indoor air quality in Eden Prairie: Humidity is all about balance. Too much and your house feels like a sauna; too little and suddenly the very air you breathe feels … scratchy.

Dealing with either extreme is unpleasant. We can help you learn what the ideal humidity level in your home should be and provide you with the systems that will help you get it there.

Should I Replace My Gravity Furnace?

January 16th, 2023

The furnaces that many of us are familiar with today aren’t the systems that have always been around. People have innovated over the years, trying to find the most effective and efficient ways to keep homes warm. While today’s furnaces use a blower fan system to push warm air through the house, previous iterations of the system used gravity to try to do their job.

These systems, known as gravity furnaces, may seem like a good idea. However, there is a reason that they aren’t used any more. Multiple reasons, actually. We’ll explain these reasons below along with why you should opt for a gravity furnace replacement in Minneapolis, MN.

What Goes Into a Heating System Replacement?

January 9th, 2023

Starting the new year is when many people try to start fresh. Maybe that means better dietary habits or getting some extra reading time in. We’d like to propose that it is also a great time to look at upgrading your home comfort.

If you have a heating system that is starting to struggle, then repairing it may not be the best course of action this time. We all know that replacing a heater isn’t a small job, so you don’t want to rush into it, especially if you can still get a few more years out of your current system.

We want to help you start the year right. Here are some of the indicators that a heating system replacement in Minneapolis, MN is your best option for future comfort.

How a Ductless Mini-Split Can Increase Energy Efficiency

December 26th, 2022

These days, we are all looking for ways to reduce our energy use. But it can be tough to use less energy when it involves keeping your home comfortable. That’s why we want to tell you more about the unique features of ductless mini-split in Minneapolis, MN.

Using a ductless system may seem like a far-fetched idea to you. However, these systems have come a long way and become much more adept at what they can offer. This includes improving energy savings.

If you want to learn more about ductless systems to see if they’re a good fit for you, read on!

5 Ways to Affordably Heat Your Home

December 19th, 2022

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Now is the time of year when your budget is likely at its tightest. However, now is also the time of year when you are going to want to use your heater the most. So, how do you balance the need to keep your home warm with the need to keep your monthly energy bills affordable?

We are glad you asked because we have some great ideas to share. Here is what you need to know about getting the best heating possible from your system without ruining your budget.

How Does Asbestos Impact a Gravity Furnace?

December 12th, 2022

There are still a good number of older heating systems that can be found in Minneapolis and the surrounding areas. One of those older systems can include the gravity furnace.

While a gravity furnace isn’t in and of itself a problematic system, it can come with some complications that put your home and health at risk. Read on to find out what trouble a gravity furnace and asbestos insulation may be causing in your home.

Air Purifiers vs. Air Filtration: Which Is Best?

December 5th, 2022

Homeowners often don’t realize this, but their indoor air quality can actually be worse than the quality of the air outdoors. At least, this is the case without the right indoor air quality systems and services in place. There are a number of systems that could help, but the main two are either an air filtration system or air purifier, each of which have varying abilities.

Whether you ultimately decide on a whole-home air filtration system or an air purifier in Minneapolis, MN, we want to give you nothing short of the best. We know how to give you the cleanest and healthiest air possible for the lowest possible cost. We’ve got your back. With us, you’ll always “Feel the Difference.”

3 Tips for Winterizing Your Furnace

November 28th, 2022

It may still be fall for now, but there’s no denying that winter is right around the corner. You’ve probably already been using your heating system a bit this season, and we hope that it’s operating as efficiently and effectively as possible for you and your family. If you haven’t given much thought to how well your heater is functioning, then this blog post is the one you want to read.

If you want your furnace to operate as safely as possible, not cost you an arm and a leg to run each year, and keep you comfortable, you have to prepare it. So, how exactly do you do this? We have three ways! Read on to learn what they are.