Do you know it is important to have your Youngstown home’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment maintained annually?
Continue ReadingThe National Air Filter Association (NAFA) recommends changing your system’s filter as soon as it is loaded with dust and debris.
Continue ReadingBig changes are here for home comfort systems. Starting in 2025, the 2020 AIM Act requires a switch from older refrigerants like Freon, to new, more eco-friendly option called Pura. If you’re wondering how this impacts your air conditioner or heat pump–whether you should upgrade, what it means for cost, and why the change is…
Continue ReadingWe all know the difference between the heating and cooling settings on a thermostat. But what’s the difference between the On or Auto switch? How does this setting impact the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system in your Girard home?
Continue ReadingEveryone loves to save money, and it’s a good idea to review different aspects of your budget now and again to see if there are more opportunities you have missed in the past. Considering how to reduce your energy bills is always a great idea in the springtime.
Continue ReadingNATE stands for North American Technician Excellence. NATE is the nation’s largest certification organization for HVAC and refrigeration technicians. It’s important to note that almost everyone in the HVAC and refrigeration industry recognizes and supports a NATE certification, although not everyone is NATE-certified. It’s a discretionary certification, and technicians can service equipment without being NATE-certified.…
Continue ReadingIn the HVAC world, change is constant, and 2025 marks a significant shift in refrigerant standards. With the transition to A2L refrigerants and the phasedown of R-410A, the industry is abuzz with questions, concerns, and opportunities.
Continue ReadingAny gas, oil, or electric furnace has the potential to limit or become too hot to operate safely. As a homeowner, you need to take precautions to lower the risk of a unit going into a limit condition. You should also be aware of the associated symptoms so you know when to take action.
Continue ReadingDid you accidentally stumble upon your air conditioning unit operating, but the refrigerant lines are iced up? You’re probably experiencing a freeze-up.
Continue ReadingA ductless heating and cooling system, or a mini-split, is a splendid choice for your Youngstown home and a worthwhile investment. It offers many benefits, and if you maintain the system consistently, you can enjoy them all for years to come.
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