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Signs You Need HVAC Maintenance

Posted on: March 20, 2024

When Was the Last Time You Had HVAC Maintenance?  Did you know that you could be saving on your energy bill, while also extending the lifespan of your HVAC system, all with some minor maintenance? At SM Air, we recommend having your HVAC checked twice a year. In the early spring, you should ensure that …

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The Energy-Efficient Home Improvement Tax Credit Explained

Posted on: November 20, 2023

Most homeowners realize that investing in sustainable energy is a worthwhile choice, not only to reduce energy expenses but to secure a brighter, greener future. Still, high-efficiency HVAC systems can be expensive, making it difficult for many homeowners to cover installation costs. That’s where the Energy-Efficient Home Improvement tax credit comes to the rescue. Through …

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2023 Heat Pump Rebates for Texas Homeowners

Posted on: September 24, 2023

Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), signed into law in August 2022, homeowners can now take advantage of special rebates for qualifying heat pump systems they choose to install or replace in their homes. In this blog, we’ll discuss the available heat pump rebates in further detail, including the specifics of the rebate program, …

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What Is a Whole-House Air Filtration System?

Posted on: August 4, 2023

Demystifying the Whole-House Air Filtration System: Your Key to Improved Indoor Air Quality Imagine living in an environment where the air you breathe is up to five times more polluted than the outdoor air. Sounds alarming, doesn’t it? Yet, this is the reality for many households, as revealed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). From …

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What Is the REME HALO & Why Is It Right for Me?

Posted on: January 30, 2023

Did you know the air in your home is likely five times more polluted than outside air? Since you spend up to 90% of your time indoors, it’s important to consider how poor indoor air quality could impact your family’s health. One of the best ways to improve indoor air quality is to install an award-winning REME …

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When Should I Replace My AC in Texas?

Posted on: February 19, 2020

Air conditioning is all but necessary with the brutal heat of a Texas summer. Typically, the average life of an air conditioner is anywhere between 12 and 15 years, though some models will last over 20. Here in the San Marcos area, we have a relatively long cooling season that is quite taxing to air …

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Why Won’t My AC Turn On?

Posted on: February 21, 2019

Restarting an air conditioner or heat pump when it doesn’t respond to the thermostat can restore comfort to an increasingly warm home. Sometimes A/C systems stop when parts fail, while other times it’s an interruption in the power supply that prevents them from starting. Troubleshoot the Thermostat The thermostat controls when the air conditioner turns …

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