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What Does a Professional HVAC Tune-Up Actually Include?
It’s easiest to think of the professional HVAC tune-up as a comprehensive inspection and maintenance service designed specifically for your heating or cooling system. It’s aimed at making your system run efficiently, safely, and reliably to get you through the year. It doesn’t matter if you’re a homeowner or a business owner. Understanding what’s involved …
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Read MoreDo Smart Thermostats Really Reduce Cooling Costs?
Smart thermostats could help reduce cooling costs. However, these devices aren’t a guaranteed solution for high energy bills. Several factors also play a role, including choosing the right model, your heating and cooling habits, and the quality of the installation. Learning more about these devices can help you decide if they’re a good option for …
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Read MoreWhy Does My Air Conditioner Keep Turning On and Off?
Your air conditioner shouldn’t run constantly, but it also shouldn’t be going on and off quickly. It’s supposed to run in full cycles, long enough that it cools your home to the temperature you set on the thermostat. When this doesn’t happen, it usually signals an issue with your system. Understanding this problem, also known …
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Read MoreHow Often Should You Replace Your HVAC Air Filter?
One of the most important things you can do to sustain the efficient operation of your HVAC system is to replace its air filter. As a homeowner, furnace filter replacement is a task that you need to keep up with on a consistent basis. Below, we’ll dive into why filter replacements are necessary and how …
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Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About the New 2025 Refrigerant Mandate
Refrigerant is a chemical substance in your HVAC system that absorbs heat and helps keep your home cool and comfortable. If you’ve heard about the 2025 refrigerant mandate – or remember the phaseout of R-22 – you’re already one step ahead in understanding this major industry shift. Starting in 2025, high-impact refrigerants like R-22 and …
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Read MoreAre Heat Pumps Good for Texas Homes?
In our experience, heat pumps are the perfect solution for homes in hotter states like Texas. Because our Texas weather tends to stay warmer than most other states, some homeowners might not want to invest in a separate heating system. Fortunately, a heat pump can both heat and cool your Texas home. How Do Heat Pumps …
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Read MoreIs Water Dripping From My Air Conditioner Dangerous?
It’s a hot summer day in San Marcos, and your air conditioner is working overtime to keep your home cool. But then, you notice something alarming — water dripping from your AC unit. Is this normal? Should you be worried? While an air conditioner leaking water may seem like a minor issue, it could indicate …
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Read MoreWhy Is My AC Short-Cycling? Common Causes & Solutions
Short-cycling happens when your air conditioner is turning on and off more often than it should. This indicates that your unit is shutting off before it should and restarting shortly after, meaning your AC isn’t going through complete cooling cycles. Short-cycling can happen for several reasons, but it can also lead to problems with your …
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Read MoreSigns of a Freon Leak
Freon is the commercial name for the refrigerant used in air conditioners. It’s a key component in ensuring that your cooling system is working and running smoothly. A leak in Freon can cause your system to stop working, and if you encounter it or inhale it, negatively affect the health of you and your family. …
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Read MoreShould My HVAC Fan Be Running All the Time?
Maintaining a comfortable home environment is crucial during San Marcos’ temperature extremes. While you most likely know that an efficient HVAC system, proper insulation, and a smart thermostat can help you stay comfortable inside, you might not be aware of a simple technique that can make a big difference: allowing your HVAC system’s fan to …
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