Thanksgiving means many different things to many people. For some, it’s a great day for football. For others, it means Twilight Zone and Mystery Science Theater 3000 marathons. And plenty of people love it just for the food and the company. And why not have all of those together?
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Some Fun Facts about Thanksgiving
November 21st, 2016
Warnings about Carbon Monoxide This Winter
November 14th, 2016
This is an important warning we like to post before the start of each winter season. When the cold weather arrives, you’ll start to use your furnace on a regular basis to keep your household toasty warm. Chances are high that you have a natural gas furnace, which is the most popular type of residential heating system in North America. There are a number of good reasons for this:
- Natural gas is less expensive a fuel source than electricity.
- It’s convenient, piped right into your home.
- It burns cleanly, with few harmful emissions.
- Gas-powered furnaces can provide powerful levels of heat.
But there’s one downside to using natural gas for heat, and it’s the potential for carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.
Are You Looking for Commercial Kitchen Repairs?
November 7th, 2016
The kitchen in a home has a complex set of plumbing pipes and various fixtures. Any kitchen plumbing concern needs to be addressed by licensed plumbers with the best tools.
Now, imagine a commercial kitchen. Unlike a residential kitchen, a commercial kitchen must work for hours at a time, often from early morning until late in the evening. And it needs to service an enormous number of people with a variety of different types of food that must be grilled, baked, fried, deep fried, or cooked with special equipment like a pizza oven. On top of all that food preparation, the kitchen must handle immense disposal of food waste.
Upgrade Your Business’s Heating with Smart Thermostats
October 31st, 2016
If you own or operate a business, you probably pay special attention to your energy bills during the winter. A heating system, whether a commercial furnace, boiler, or heat pump, has to put in a good deal of work to overcome the chilly outdoor temperatures and keep employees and clientele happy. That comfort comes at a price… but it may be a higher price than it needs to be.
There are many large-scale upgrades you can make to your company’s heating system, but sometimes the simplest change will make a huge difference. We suggest that you look into upgrading your thermostats if they’re older than 10 years, and put in smart thermostats.
Why Fall Heating Inspections and Tune-Ups Are So Important
October 24th, 2016
A service that we strongly push for during this time of the year is the professional inspection and tune-up of residential heating systems. When you arrange for regular heating maintenance through our Proactive Service Agreement, one of our skilled technicians will come to your house each fall and see that your furnace or other heater is fully inspected, cleaned, and adjusted. (Here’s more details about what happens during maintenance.)
We don’t just recommend that homeowners do this. It’s essential to have it done each year! Here are some of the reasons why:
Upgrade Your HVAC System for Winter with an ERV
October 17th, 2016
The most important part of preparing a home for the coming winter is to schedule regular maintenance for the heating system. (Our Proactive Service Agreement is an easy way to have maintenance done each fall, as well as maintenance for the air conditioner in the spring.) But there are some upgrades you can make to your HVAC system that will provide even better heating performance, comfort, and energy efficiency this winter. One of these upgrades that we install is an ERV.
Why Timing Is Everything with Heating Repair
October 10th, 2016
Although you probably haven’t needed to turn your home heating system on yet this season—we’re experiencing a hot-to-warm fall so far—it won’t be long until it will be putting in regular work. We hope that you’ve already arranged for a maintenance visit from one of our heating professionals to see that your heater is ready for the job. (If you haven’t, it’s certainly not too late to sign our Proactive Service Agreement!)
What You Can Expect from Heating Maintenance
October 3rd, 2016
Now that it’s October, we strongly recommend you arrange for a heating maintenance visit from one of our professionals as soon as you can. As November closes in, you can expect HVAC professionals to get busy, so now is an excellent time to take advantage of a slower period and have this vital job ticked off your “to-do” list. Seasonal maintenance helps identify repairs or efficiency adjustments before the heating season, ensuring your system is ready for the colder months. When choosing a technician, ensure they are certified by organizations like North American Technician Excellence (NATE), which indicates a high level of training and expertise. Certified technicians use specialized tools to inspect and maintain heating systems.
Our business is committed to providing reliable HVAC services and ensuring our customers receive the highest level of satisfaction with every visit. Proper licenses and insurance, including liability and workers’ compensation insurance, are required for HVAC contractors in Louisiana, and we ensure compliance with these standards to provide you with peace of mind.
We’ve already discussed why heating maintenance is so important in a recent post. Now we’re going to take a close look at what you can expect when one of our experts comes to your home for the service. We’ll use a gas furnace for our example, since this is the most common type of heating system in the area. Radiant heating systems, while not as common, provide comfortable and efficient heating without losing heat through ducts. However, they come with a higher initial installation cost and do not provide air conditioning. After maintenance, our technicians can walk you through the operation of your heating system to ensure you understand how to use it efficiently and safely. The process is different for other types of heaters, but you can expect our technicians to know exactly what to do.
Evaluate Your Furnace at the Start of the Season
September 26th, 2016
It’s a Warm Fall… But It’s Already Time to Pay Attention to Your Heater!
September 19th, 2016
The start of fall is this week—but it might as well still be the middle of summer with the hot temperatures that we’re still enjoying. With the weather the way it is now, how in the world can you think about the winter ahead and taking care of your heating system?
