The heating and air conditioning industry is one that’s often changing. New technologies allow for better efficiency and greater home comfort. The smart thermostat has changed the industry for the better, and more and more homeowners are thinking about how they manage their energy usage, leading to an increased demand for efficient products.
A Guide to Choosing Quality HVAC Technicians
February 1st, 2016Even Newer Heaters Should Be Serviced
January 25th, 2016Upgrade Your Thermostat Today and Save Big
January 18th, 2016Looking for a way to save money on heating and cooling without getting rid of your older HVAC system? One simple change can make it a lot easier for you to stay comfortable, and it can help you regain control over your monthly heating and cooling costs. All you have to do is trade out the thermostat on the wall (with the help of a professional).
Only Call Trained Technicians to Service Today’s Complex Heating and AC Systems
January 11th, 2016Today’s furnaces and AC systems are safer and sturdier than they have ever been before. But this does not make them any easier to service. In fact, the opposite is true. When you need any amount of service for your HVAC systems, you should always choose a highly trained technician with plenty of experience so that the most complex components stay in the best condition possible. Here’s why.
When Is It Time to Upgrade That Older Furnace?
January 4th, 2016Your furnace has been a huge help through the years, but at some point you’ll have to move on to a new unit. Of course, you don’t want to spend the money unless it’s necessary. On the other hand, upgrading your furnace means better efficiency, performance, and safety. Here, you’ll see why it’s so important to replace your furnace after 15 years, and how a brand new furnace could help you to save money from month to month.
How Can Lime Scale Cause Problems for My Boiler System?
December 28th, 2015There are many parts of our state that are pastoral or rural, leaving many homeowners getting their home’s water from a well. This isn’t a bad thing, but water that comes directly from a well tends to be “hard water,” aka, water that has high mineralization. This mineralization can actually be healthy for people but not so healthy for your plumbing system, which will include your heating system if you use a boiler to heat your home in Mount Lebanon.
Is Your Home Properly Insulated from Top to Bottom?
December 21st, 2015At first passing, most homeowners feel their homes are well-insulated. This is because when we think about insulation, we usually refer to the rooms in which we do our living. If your home has an unfinished basement, attic, or both, you may actually find that these spaces are not well-insulated, and this lack of insulation in these areas could be costing you a lot in terms of comfort and energy efficiency. The home energy specialists at Boehmer Heating & Cooling have seen this many times, and can help determine if you do need additional and/or better insulation in these spaces of your home.
How Do I Judge the Efficiency of a Heating System?
December 14th, 2015If you need to install a new heating system, either now or in the imminent future, one of the most important things you need to assess before installation is the efficiency of the system(s) you are reviewing. The major types of heating systems – furnaces, boilers and heat pumps – come with an assessment you can easily see right on the packaging. However, if you don’t understand what the given rating is telling you, it won’t be of much help. Here is a basic overview of what efficiency ratings you will see on these kinds of systems.
Furnace Not Igniting?
December 7th, 2015It’s pretty frustrating listening to the sounds of your furnace starting up and then almost immediately shutting down. If you hear this happening, it usually means that your system isn’t igniting. When your system doesn’t ignite, the safety controls within the furnace immediately shut the system down to prevent anything dangerous from developing. It isn’t your job to see what’s happening with your furnace’s ignition – this is a potentially dangerous scenario. Instead, call the heating experts from Boehmer Heating & Cooling and schedule furnace repair in Baldwin-Whitehall.
Keep Your Heat Pump Clear of Snow
November 30th, 2015We know that with the continued mild weather of this fall that the last thing you want to think about is snow. However, if you use a heat pump HVAC system, you need to keep the outdoor unit of your heat pump clear of snow throughout the winter months. This is a simple but critical step needed to keep your heat pump running well. Not sure why? Let us explain more below.