Learn about Heating & Cooling

Heating and cooling units work on a few basic principles.  Air is cooled by the removal of heat and moisture, while air is heated by introducing heat.

Here are a few articles to explain some basic information about Heating & Cooling;

Maintenance

Regularly scheduled maintenance is the key to a healthy system and can help you avoid unexpected, inconvenient and sometimes costly repairs.  Follow the links below to learn more

• Scheduled Maintenance
  • Maintenance Checklist (what to expect)
  • Pre-Service Checklist
• Preventative Maintenance
  • PCS Agreement
• Troubleshooting Guide
  • AC Equipment Checklist
  • Gas Furnace Checklist
• Proper Refrigerant Charging

Additional Maintenance FAQs

• What maintenance should I do on my air conditioner?
• Air Conditioning Equipment Checklist
• Are there any simple solutions I can try before calling for service?

Energy Savings

Following some very simple and basic guidelines can save you money on your heating and cooling costs - month after month!

• THE BASICS
• Guide to Energy-Efficient Heating & Cooling (PDF )
• EQUIPMENT CHOICE & PLACEMENT
• Guide to Energy-Efficient Heating & Cooling
• ENERGY Star Models are More Efficient
  • What is ENERGY STAR?
• Programmable Thermostats
  • Proper Use Guidelines for Programmable Thermostats
• Is a system with more capacity better?
• Equipment Placement
• SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
• Scheduled Maintenance
• Check and Correct Airflow
• Benefits of Duct Sealing
  • Locating Air Leaks
  • Seal and insulate ducts in attics and crawlspaces
• Proper Refrigerant Charging
• Is your hot water heater costing you money?
• Are you loosing money in your attic?
• Guide to Energy-Efficient Heating & Cooling

Money Saving Tips

For some additional Money Savings Tips and answers to your questions

• Can I increase the efficiency and life of my heating and cooling systems?
• Should I try to keep my system from running too much?
• Should I close the registers and doors to areas of the home that I do not use on a regular basis?
• Is a system with more capacity better?
• What are the advantages of a programmable thermostat?
• Air Conditioning Equipment Checklist
• Are you loosing money in your attic?
• Is your hot water heater costing you money?
• Check and correct airflow

Additional FAQs

• General FAQs
• Commercial Services FAQs
• Money Saving FAQs
• Certification & Training FAQs
• Energy Savings FAQs
• Maintenance FAQs
• Operational FAQs
• Technical FAQs