Benefits of a New Air Conditioner
When your air conditioner hits the 10-year mark or if your unit is nickel and diming you with constant repairs. It’s time to start thinking about a new cooling system. Though you know a new AC will bring you many years of cool air. Not all Pittsburgh area homeowners know to expect the many additional […]
Ductless Mini-Splits: What They Are and How They Work in Pittsburgh Homes
If you’re looking for flexible heating and cooling options for individual rooms or problem areas in your home, a ductless mini-split system is worth understanding. In Pittsburgh and the surrounding communities, many homes were built without ductwork, or with limited duct systems that don’t reach every part of the building. We see this regularly in […]
What To Expect When Replacing Your HVAC System
If you are considering an air conditioning replacement, a furnace replacement, or both, this is likely one of the larger home improvement investments you will make. It is also one that most homeowners navigate only once or twice in a lifetime, which means going in without a clear picture of what to expect is completely […]
The Cost to Install Air Conditioning and Ways to Save
Installing central air in a Pittsburgh home typically costs between $3,500 and $15,000 depending on system type, ductwork condition, and home size, with larger homes or new ductwork pushing well past $20,000. The biggest ways to control that cost are choosing the right system for your home’s actual needs and getting a proper load calculation […]
Signs Your Air Conditioner Needs Repaired
As the temperatures slowly start to climb here in Western Pennsylvania, it’s clear that summer is right around the corner. You’ll want to make sure your air conditioner is prepared to keep you cool. But how do you know if your air conditioner is sending you signals that it needs professional attention? If you […]
Heat Pump Vs Air Conditioner Choosing The Right System For Your Pittsburgh Home
A heat pump and an air conditioner cool a Pittsburgh home in exactly the same way, but only a heat pump can also produce heat. An air conditioner needs a separate furnace to get through winter, while a heat pump handles both jobs from one outdoor unit. Homeowners comparing a heat pump vs air conditioner […]
Smart Air Conditioning Buyers Guide for Cranberry Township Homes
A smart air conditioner lets you control temperature, schedules, and energy use from your phone instead of a wall panel, and the better systems layer in geofencing, voice control, and filter alerts on top of that. For a Cranberry Township home, the right smart AC setup comes down to which features you’ll actually use and […]
Is Air Conditioning Bad for the Environment? A Pittsburgh Homeowner’s Guide
Air conditioning itself is not inherently bad for the environment, but older units with refrigerant leaks and outdated, inefficient equipment can have a real impact. The bigger factors are refrigerant type, energy efficiency, and proper maintenance, all of which matter more for Pittsburgh homeowners than the simple fact that a home has air conditioning at […]
5 Facts About Air Filters & Allergies
Flowers are starting to bloom, trees are slowly budding, the lush green grass is growing taller, and the weather is warming … Don’t you just love spring? If you have allergies, probably not. When the pollen count is out of control, all you want to do is hide in an air-conditioned room until fall. Unfortunately, […]
It’s Not a Ghost (probably). It’s Your HVAC!
Is your house haunted? Or is there something more sinister afoot? Doors slamming by themselves, strange whistling noises, strange drafts, and cool spots. All while no one is home. The house is haunted…right? Well, not so fast. The actual cause of these seemingly paranormal anomalies may be more frightening to your wallet. If you have […]