The “Whoosh” From Your Heat Pump on Cold Mornings: Defrost Cycle Guide for Triangle Homeowners
If you have ever stepped outside on a cold Raleigh-area morning and noticed steam rising from your heat pump or heard a sudden loud “whoosh,” you’re not alone. For many Triangle homeowners like you, these moments can be alarming. It’s easy to assume something has gone wrong with your system. Steam and unusual sounds are […]
Fall Heat Pump Switch-Over in the Triangle: Aux Heat, Thermostat Modes & First-Run Checks
As fall arrives in North Carolina’s Triangle region, homeowners start flipping their thermostats from cooling to heating mode. But for homes with heat pumps, that “switch-over” isn’t just about comfort; it’s also about efficiency and energy savings. Knowing how to prepare your heat pump for seasonal changes helps prevent unnecessary wear, high electric bills, and […]
Expert Heating Maintenance Tips for The Holiday Season
As the holidays approach, ensuring a warm and cozy home should be your top priority. Between hosting festive gatherings and relaxing with loved ones, the last thing you want is a heating system breakdown. Proper heating maintenance will keep your home comfortable and prevent unwelcome surprises during this busy time of year. So, before you […]
4 Reasons Why You Should Perform Preventative Maintenance on Your Heating System
If your heating system seems to be running without issues, you might be wondering if a heating system check is necessary. Preventative maintenance is essential when it comes to keeping your home’s heating system running efficiently, saving you time & money in the long run. In this blog post, our team of HVAC experts will […]
How To Troubleshoot Your Furnace
There’s nothing worse than waking up on a winter day to a home that feels as cold inside as the temperature outside! If this is a situation you’ve found yourself in, an improperly functioning furnace could be what’s causing your chilly mornings. While it is important to call an HVAC professional right away if you […]
5 Reasons You Should Double-Check Your Furnace
We can expect the temperature to drop pretty significantly here in North Carolina this winter, and our team of professionals are here to TAKE GREAT CARE of any issues you may experience with your furnace. We recommend double-checking your furnace before the outdoor temperature drops, so you aren’t stuck in the cold without heat! Increase […]
How to Get Your Furnace Ready for the Winter
The leaves are changing color, and the nights are getting colder, so it is time to switch your HVAC system to heat. Winter is just around the corner, but before you start using your heater, you’ll want to make sure that it’s in good condition. Winter is just around the corner, and it is almost […]
Why Isn’t My Heater Working? What to Check for & What You Can Do
It’s the middle of the winter. You go to sleep around 10:00 pm, warm in your 70-degree home even though it’s just 38 degrees outside. Suddenly you wake up in the middle of the night, freezing. You look at the thermostat and the temperature inside your house has slowly crept down to less than 60 […]
When & What Temperature to Run a Heater at During the Winter
Keeping warm during the coldest months of the year is crucial. A cold home can be one that no one wants to spend time in! Yet, running a heater through the winter months can be as expensive as it is comforting. This can lead many people to avoid using their heater in the name of […]
Four Furnace Sounds You Should Never Ignore
When it’s time to warm up, sometimes turning on your furnace is accompanied by noises that you don’t expect. While a heater might work while making strange noises, you shouldn’t ignore them for very long! A noisy furnace can be a sign that that something is seriously wrong with your unit. While some noises are […]