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How Long Should a Furnace Last?

February 13, 2020

All appliances have an expiration date, and this includes your home’s furnace. Typically, furnaces can last between 15 and 30 years. However, this doesn’t mean that your furnace will last this long. To determine the age of your HVAC system, contact a professional HVAC Company near you. At , customers often ask us to predict how long their furnaces will last. Different factors determine the life expectancy of your furnace. That’s the reason it is difficult to provide an exact answer to this question. Here’s what you should know. 1. Maintenance Frequency Professional maintenance services with our technicians at can...

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Why Is My Furnace Filter Black?

January 5, 2020

Inside your home’s heating and cooling system, you’ll find an air filter that protects the unit and keeps the indoor air quality clean. Although the filter is out of sight and out of mind, it’s important to keep an eye on it. While it’s normal for a dirty air filter to look gray or off-white, a black furnace filter can indicate a serious problem. Our technicians can help you get to the bottom of the problem with our reliable heating repair services. If your air filter is black, it may be caused by one or more of the following: Air...

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3 Tips for Holiday Lights and Electrical Safety

December 17, 2019

For many homeowners, getting into the holiday spirit means dressing up their homes with all manner of decorations, including thousands of twinkle lights. Holiday lights add a beautiful splash of color to your home and landscape, but just like any other electrical device, they can be hazardous if used improperly. Luckily, our technicians here at know everything there is to know about staying safe this holiday season in Raceland, and they’re here to share some tips with you. 1. Pay Attention to Indoor and Outdoor Lights Some holiday lights can be used both indoors and outdoors, but certain lights can...

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Are Furnace Tune-Ups Necessary?

November 12, 2019

When the heating season begins, customers often ask us about ways to save money. We understand that keeping your home the right temperature is a big part of your utility budget. There are some easy things you can do like lowering the thermostat a degree or two. However, we do not recommend trying to save a few dollars by skipping an annual HVAC maintenance appointment. A yearly furnace tune-up saves you money in the long run. Longer System Life With the money you invest in your home heating system, you want to keep it running for as long as possible....

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AC Dangers: What You Should Never Do

October 1, 2019

An air conditioning system is a collection of electrical and mechanical parts. A well-running AC includes a refrigeration cycle that removes warm air and replaces it with cooled air. What could go wrong? Unfortunately, there are some dangers to be aware of. Don’t Let the Air Conditioning Bugs Bite Your air conditioner could be harboring and growing microorganisms and mold. You might be able to see the mold growing on the unit itself or on the filter. Sometimes, you can’t see the mold, but spores are blown into a room with the conditioned air, and they’re capable of growing wherever...

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How HVAC Has Changed Our Lives: HVAC Benefits

September 13, 2019

Modern HVAC systems have made it easier to keep our homes at a consistent temperature throughout the year. By keeping your home comfortable, you are more likely to enjoy spending time in the place you worked so hard to afford. The invention of HVAC has made that possible. Cooling Systems Can Help Reduce Humidity An air conditioner system helps remove moisture from each room in your home, which makes the air drier as well as cooler. This can come in handy on hot summer days or during those nights when the heat and humidity simply won’t quit. Generally speaking, you...

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What is a SEER Rating?

August 5, 2019

If it’s time for you to think about replacing the AC system that cools your home you may be wondering about a SEER rating. The Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) is a scale developed by the U.S. Department of Energy to gauge the efficiency of AC systems. In the broadest of terms, the higher a SEER rating, the more efficient an air conditioning unit. What Affects a SEER Rating? To determine a SEER rating, energy experts divide an air conditioning system’s capacity over the duration of a typical warm season by the energy that system consumes in watt-hours. Every state...

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3 Ways to Improve Air Quality at Home

July 16, 2019

You breathe the air inside your home day in and day out. Therefore, the quality of your home’s air can impact both your comfort and health. Although it’s not pleasant to think about, the typical home is filled with millions of microscopic organisms, dust mites, mold spores, and pet dander. Breathing it in can worsen conditions like allergies and asthma. Luckily, you’re not doomed to live in a house with dirty air. The clean air experts at have some suggestions on how to improve the quality and cleanliness of your home’s air. 1. Freshen Your Air Filters One of the...

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3 Benefits of Changing Your AC Filter

June 10, 2019

During the warm summer months in Raceland, your AC works hard to keep your home cool and comfortable. To ensure that your AC is running at peak performance, our cooling experts here at recommend that you regularly change your AC filter. For everything else, we can help! For over 30 years, our NATE-certified technicians have provided some of the best AC installation, maintenance, and repair services to the Raceland area. 1. Peak Energy Efficiency When your AC is working at peak performance, it’s at its most energy efficient. This will slash your monthly cooling bills. Did you know that a...

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3 Energy Efficiency Tips You Should Know

May 22, 2019

Throughout the year, you probably spend a lot of money on your energy bills. You may be wondering if there are some ways to improving your energy efficiency. By being more efficient, you could save money and lower your carbon footprint. Louisiana, like many other states today, has a big green movement. Here are three very simple ways you can do your part. 1. Air Dry Instead of using the heated dry function on your dishwasher, you can simply air dry dishes and save on electricity. The other option, of course, is to not use the dishwasher at all. You...

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