Residential Heating and Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Minneapolis’

Residential’s Furnace Filter Guide

Monday, April 11th, 2022

Winter has come to a close, but the cold weather is still here in Minneapolis. It’s in your best interest to make sure that your heater is properly squared away at the end of the season. This is a great measure to take because it lets you enjoy your spring and summer months without the stress of a looming heating issue you know you’ll have to fix come fall. Preparation is key when it comes to your HVAC system. One of the best things you can do is swap out your furnace filter in Minneapolis, MN. If you’re trying to figure out how to swap out your furnace filter, then it’s important to consult with professionals like ours. We’re going to give you the rundown of everything you need to know below…

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Signs You Need a New Boiler System

Monday, April 4th, 2022

As the heating season slowly but surely comes to a close, you may be deciding if it’s time for you to start looking into a new boiler system. Goodness knows that when you live in a climate like ours, you need a durable and powerful heating system. And a boiler system fits the bill! But unfortunately, no heating system will last forever. We’ll get into more details below, but you can’t really expect a useful service life past 15-20 years for the average, well-maintained boiler system.

Aside from age, there are some other ways to tell if your boiler is needing an upgrade, too. Lastly, you might discover you don’t even want to replace your system with another boiler, but rather a furnace system. We’ll talk about that below, too! Read on to learn more.

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How Do I Know If I Have Asbestos?

Monday, March 14th, 2022

woman-itching-scratching-shoulderIf you think that you might have asbestos in your home, then you know how scary this suspicion can be. Today, we want to help you figure out exactly what’s going on in your home. If you live in an older home (specifically a home built before 1980) then there is a risk that your home has asbestos in the cement, floor tiles, walls, or even in your pipes. The only way to be sure about the presence of asbestos in your home is through the help of a professional. Our professionals can be there to provide you with this knowledge. 

We can get into your home, pinpoint the issue, and work to rectify the problem as soon as possible. Once we figure out if this is the problem that’s hurting your home, then we can perform asbestos removal in Minneapolis, MN. We know how to take care of you. We’ve been serving The Twin Cities dating back to 1991. 

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What Are the Benefits of a Ductless System?

Monday, March 7th, 2022

ductless-system-blowing-airThis is the time of year where many people start to reconsider their heating systems. If you’re considering upgrading to a different unit, we want you to know that you’re right on time and you’re not alone. We want to discuss a great option for your upgrade today–a ductless mini split system. 

Ductless mini split systems are great and any HVAC contractor will tell you this. Do you know the reason why, though? We’re going to get into this today. Not only this, we’re going to get into many frequently asked questions surrounding these types of systems. We specialize in ductless installation in Minneapolis, MN

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Are Ductless Systems More Efficient Than Traditional HVAC?

Monday, September 27th, 2021

Oftentimes, we get many homeowners coming to us when they want to compare different types of HVAC systems. We understand the confusion this can often cause. There are so many different systems to choose from on the market now more than ever. If you’re faced with an upgrade or even a new installation, we know that you want to make sure that what you’re getting is right for your space. 

We’re going to help you do this today. If you’ve been wondering if ductless systems are more efficient than traditional HVAC systems, then we’re here to answer that question for you today. We can determine if a ductless mini split in Minneapolis is right for you.

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Fall HVAC Maintenance Checklist for Minnesota Residents

Monday, September 20th, 2021

Fall has arrived and there are plenty of things you need to do to prepare. You need to take the kids back to school shopping, you have to fish out your warmer outer layers out of the back of the closet, and you need to get your home prepared to heat. While we can’t help you with absolutely everything, we can help you with everything that pertains to HVAC services. Let’s start with your heater.

We specialize in services like furnace repairs in Minneapolis, MN. We’re also available for work surrounding furnace maintenance. We want to help you get the services you need to make you as warm as possible throughout the year.

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How Many Amps Are Required for a Ductless Mini Split System?

Monday, August 2nd, 2021

air-conditioner-with-wrench-placed-on-topWe get quite a few questions surrounding ductless mini split systems. We hear questions like “How do they work?,” “How are they installed?,” and “How do these systems compare to ______?”

These are all great questions that are so common that you can find the answer almost anywhere online. A question that many homeowners have that is a little less common is the one in our title.

You don’t need too many amps to run your ductless mini split system. Each one of your air handlers needs about 15 to 45 amps. This means that, as a whole, you’ll need about 110 to 120 volts on the low end or 208 to 240 volts on the higher end. If you’re interested in one of these systems, we’ll help you figure out your AC installation in Bloomington, MN.

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What Those Weird AC Sounds Mean

Monday, July 26th, 2021

Today, we’d like to address some of the weird sounds that you might have noticed coming from your air conditioner. Most summers, you’re accustomed to the low hum that your air conditioner makes when it’s powered on. In fact, it’s likely welcomed background noise—it indicates that relief is on its way!

This summer though, your air conditioner seems to have found its voice. It’s making various noises that you’ve never heard before. If you’re starting to get concerned, then it means it’s time to call us about your air conditioning in Minneapolis, MN. We’re available to help you with everything that you need.

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Are You Getting the Best Efficiency Possible from Your AC?

Monday, July 19th, 2021

This is the time of year where we want you to reflect and ask yourself some vital questions. It’s all too easy to get lost in the daily shuffle of your home. The weather gets warm and you turn on your air conditioner. When was the last time you checked in with yourself and your comfort, though?

You should be getting the best possible efficiency from your air conditioning system. If you haven’t given your AC operation much thought in the past year, then it’s highly likely that you’re not. That’s where our experts can help. We understand air conditioning in Minneapolis, MN. We’re also local professionals so we understand what it’s like to live here under our weather conditions. We can give you sound advice along with professional expertise.

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Refrigerant 101—Everything You Need to Know

Wednesday, July 7th, 2021

blue-question-markRefrigerant is quite the topic when it comes to your air conditioner. Refrigerant is an important aspect of the system and it’s discussed often, but it’s not always understood. We’re here to change that today. This is your comprehensive crash course in everything air conditioning.

If you’re considering air conditioning system replacement in Minneapolis, MN, then you should come to our team. We’re knowledgeable. We don’t just leave this information in our blogs either. We make sure to relay the necessary information to you during our visits. We want you to be comfortable, informed, and assured throughout the entire process.

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