Is Your System Properly Matched?
Many air conditioners and heat pumps are split systems: that is, they have both an indoor and an outdoor unit. The two function together to…
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Are Auxiliary Heat and Emergency Heating the Same?
When winter temperatures plunge, at some point your heat pump may require either auxiliary heat or emergency heat to keep the house warm. Heat pumps…
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Gas Packs 101
Of all the kinds of HVAC systems, gas packs are one of the least common. Both the heating and cooling components sit in one large…
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For Sale: Should You Replace the HVAC System Before Selling?
If the heating and cooling system in your home is older than 10 years, you have high energy bills, and/or repair costs are mounting, replacing…
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3 Things To Know About Your Heat Pump
Heat pumps are common choices for many Eastern North Carolina homeowners. That's because heat pumps are energy efficient, and they provide both home heating and…
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Repainting: Can Color Choice Affect Energy Efficiency?
A number of factors influence heating and cooling energy efficiency—including some which seem to have nothing to do with your HVAC system. If you’re considering…
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5 Key Home Comfort Tips
Most homeowners face many challenges for keeping their homes comfortable -- air leaks, uneven airflow and more. If you like to save energy, it's even…
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Ask First: Questions to Ask During an HVAC System Estimate
The process of getting an HVAC system estimate should include getting answers to some pertinent questions. The average life of a new central air conditioner…
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Detecting Air Leaks: What to Look For
Is your home a few years old? If so, it may have settled a bit and shifted, so that there are now air leaks allowing…
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Don't Do-It-Yourself! Why You Shouldn't Try DIY HVAC Repairs
If you’re skilled with basic home maintenance, think twice about DIY HVAC repairs. The hardware and technology incorporated in today’s furnace and central air conditioner…
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