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How a Heating and Cooling Inspection Can Save You Thousands

Your home's heating and cooling system is one of the most important investments you'll make, and it's vital to keep it in good shape. A ...
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The Importance of Utilizing an HVAC Company for Routine Maintenance

While many homeowners may do a basic "Preventative Maintenance" check on their own HVAC equipment, it is generally recommended to have a professional company perform ...
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Dual Hose Air Conditioner Vs Single Hose: Portable AC Unit Efficiency

The hottest day in Oklahoma history was in June of 1936 when temperatures rose to an unbelievable 107 degrees. If that ever happens again and ...
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Why is My AC Making Weird Noises? When You Should Be Concerned

Is your air conditioner making noise? Air conditioners should be felt, but not heard for the most part. Especially the newer units, designed for a ...
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Uninvited Guests: What to Do About Mice in Vents and Your HVAC

Rodents, America's most unwanted guests, invade about 21 million homes every year. These furry menaces use any available nook and cranny as their own personal freeway systems. ...
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Do You Have a Clogged AC Drain Line? 5 Causes and Solutions

There were 1.6 billion air conditioning units in use globally in the year 2018. This number is projected to soar to 5.6 billion by mid-century, ...
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5 Home Heating Safety Tips You Need to Know This Winter

We're at the heart of winter and things aren't getting any warmer. They can in your home, however, if you're not safe about how you ...
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4 Common Heat Pump Problems and What to Do About Them

Every year, there are millions of new heat pumps installed in the United States. Energy efficiency and durability has led many to prefer heat pumps. ...
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5 Common Causes of Frozen AC Coils and How to Prevent Future Freezing

In the United States, a homeowner can expect to pay an average of $300 for air conditioner repairs. Frozen AC coils are a sign that ...
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Understanding the Hidden Risks of DIY HVAC Repairs

Whether we're looking for some nice heat in the winter or some cool air in the summer, we want to make sure our HVAC systems are ...
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Is Your HVAC System Winterized and Ready for the Colder Weather?

Brr! The chilly weather is rolling in, so it's time to prepare. Last year, the United States met record low temperatures, so you'll want your ...
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The Invisible Winter Killer: 5 Carbon Monoxide Facts That You Need to Know

Each year, more than 400 Americans die from carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide often goes undetected in homes due to its colorless, odorless nature, but ...
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5 Odors That Could Smell Bad Trouble for Your Furnace

Ever walked into your house or a room and smelled something bad, but you weren't sure where it came from? Often, the culprit is your ...
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Reducing Air Pollutants at Home: 4 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

If you think you're safe from polluted air inside, think again. Indoor air is sometimes 2-5 times more polluted than the air outdoors. There are ...
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Out With The Old! Here’s Some Types of Heating Systems Getting Installed In New Homes!

Four in ten custom homes that are built in the United States have an inadequate HVAC system. To ensure that your home has the proper ...
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Take Care of Your HVAC, and It’ll Take Care of You. Here Are Some Winter HVAC Maintenance Tips to Keep Your System Running

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the winter of 2019-2020 should be 8% colder than it was last year. They project the average ...
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Is Your Heater Not Working? Here Are Some Common Reasons Why And What You Can Do About It

47 percent of American households heat their homes using natural gas. These furnaces are the most common choice in most regions. With the winter closing ...
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Read This To Learn How to Keep Your Power Bill Low as the Temperatures Lower Too!

As the temperatures start dropping, you want your power bill to do the same, right? Well, if you have electric heat, that might be difficult. ...
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Things That Go Bump in the Night: Furnace Sounds You Shouldn’t Ignore

Is your furnace making noise? Wondering what those sounds could mean? If you've started hearing strange and alarming sounds coming from your furnace, then it's ...
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Top 10 States with the Highest Heating Bills

While you're considering the price of your utility bills, it's common to compare yourself to others. You probably know someone who pays a lot less ...
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Could Your Air Filter Be Making You Sick?

It’s that time of year again. The seasons are changing and so are your allergies. You might have noticed some itchy eyes, coughing, or sneezing. ...
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Fall into Autumn with Seasonal HVAC Maintenance

Brace yourself. Winter is coming. With the season change, you’re going to start switching on the heater. Is your HVAC unit ready? seasonal HVAC maintenance ...
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Get Your Money Back: A Guide to HVAC Rebates and Incentives

If you're like many Oklahoma residents, you rely on your air conditioner to stay comfortable during the hot summer months. But did you know there's ...
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What to Expect From Your HVAC Technician During a Heater Tune-Up

With summer coming to an end and fall upon us, now is the perfect time to schedule a heater tune-up. You want to be sure ...
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6 Common Causes of AC Compressor Failure

A faulty compressor is the worst thing that can happen to your air conditioner. It's the heart of the system. A compressor is responsible for ...
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Installation Costs: How Much Does a New AC Unit Cost in 2019?

So, your old AC unit just isn't doing the trick anymore. Either that or your system is slowing down and you're planning for a replacement ...
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6 Questions Worth Asking Before Hiring a Norman, OK HVAC Repair Pro

When you need help with your heating and cooling, it's all about hiring a credible professional company. An HVAC repair technician in your city can ...
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The Cold, Hard Facts Why You Need Air Conditioning Maintenance

You'll need to address air conditioning maintenance on a regular basis if you want to get the most from your home. The more you know ...
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New HVAC Equipment: The Best Air Conditioners (2019 Buyer’s Guide)

When you're trying to get the best work from your air conditioning, there are plenty of new models to choose between. By searching for the ...
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Staying Super Comfy: How to Get and Maintain an Ideal Indoor Humidity

Air conditioners use 12% of a home's electricity and cost billions of dollars each year. But when the air gets humid during summer months, how ...
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How Much Does it Cost to Recharge an AC Unit? [Answer Here]

Help! It's hot and you have no AC! If your AC unit isn't working properly, it could be from low coolant levels. The refrigerant used ...
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How AC Problems Could Be Affecting Your Health (Plus How to Fix Them)

Did you know that your home or office AC could be the reason why you are sick? Seems impossible, right? Well, it does happen! Lack ...
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2019 Buyers Guide: How to Choose the Best AC Unit for Your Home

Are you in the market for a new AC unit for your home? Whether you’re installing one for the first time or replacing an old ...
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How to Make Sure You Have an Energy Efficient Air Conditioner

Across the United States, air conditioning accounts for 12% of total home energy expenditure. In 2015, the average household spent $1,856 on air conditioning. If ...
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Winter-Ready: What Are the Best Home Heating Options for Old Houses?

All that warm, toasty air is seeping out from your house by the minute! This is not an uncommon problem for old houses. But it ...
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No Hot Water? Here’s How to Troubleshoot Common Water Heater Problems!

It has long been man's mission to control the environment around him. With each new invention and with each passing year, we grow more capable ...
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Furnace Maintenance: When’s the Best Time to Have Your Furnace Serviced?

The average family in the United States spends around $2,200 on utility costs each year. And a good portion of that goes to your heating bill. The ...
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Heater Temperature: How High is Too High for Winter?

Are you trying to find the best heater temperature for your home this winter season? In Oklahoma, the average high temperature in winter is 55 degrees (February) ...
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5 Tips for Lowering Your Heating Bill This Winter

Temperatures are starting to drop, which means it's time to switch over into winter mode. Americans spend an average of $2,200 a year on energy bills, and nearly ...
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Why Is My Heat Not Coming On? 5 Reasons Your Furnace is Not Working

Winters in Oklahoma are not for the faint of heart. With temperatures routinely in the teens or below it get downright frigid outside. Thus, even ...
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5 Signs You Need to Replace Your Furnace

Clang. Bang. Fizzle. No, that's not Chitty Chitty Bang-Bang. It's your furnace. You've been hearing some funky noises in your basement and fetching lemonade for ...
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Heat Pump vs Furnace: Which One Saves You the Most Money?

As colder weather rolls around, many people have already started preparing their homes for the oncoming winter. As most locals know, winter in Oklahoma can ...
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Electric vs Gas Furnace: Which Is Best for an Oklahoma Winter?

Is your home prepared for the cold Oklahoma winter? If not, now is the time to replace your old furnace. Winters in Oklahoma can be rough, so ...
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Goodman Furnace Prices: What’s the Total Cost I Should Expect to Pay?

The price costumers will pay for heating bills this winter depends on how they heat their home. The U.S. Energy Information Administration thinks the price of ...
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5 Benefits of a Goodman Variable Speed Furnace

When Jack Frost nips at more than your nose, you want a furnace that can handle the cold and not cost an arm and a ...
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How an AC Works: Why It Affects Much More Than Just the Temperature

The air conditioner is our trusty partner. For years, your AC unit has been pumping cool air into your home, helping you be the happy ...
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Is Your Annual Air Conditioner Tune Up Really Worth It? (Spoiler: It is!)

Preparing your home for the summer months comes with a lot of cleaning and maintenance. One thing every homeowner should be prepared for is doing ...
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Does Your AC Use R22 Refrigerant? Here’s Why It Matters

Summers in Oklahoma are no joke. So if you've been waiting to upgrade your AC until winter, we don't blame you. But wait, do you ...
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Your Guide to Freon and Its Use in Air Conditioners

If you're trying to beat the heat, chances are you turn to your trusty air conditioner. But what makes an AC unit turn hot air ...
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Winter Is Coming: 5 Ways to Get Your Furnace Ready for Winter

When Ned Stark said, "Winter is coming," he was talking about being vigilante against threats to their kingdom. For you, it may very well be ...
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The Oklahoma Average Temperature: Your Month-By-Month Guide

Like most states in the middle of the U.S., Oklahoma experiences severe seasonal shifts in the weather throughout the year. The summers are oppressively hot ...
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3 Reasons Why You Should Upgrade Your AC Unit to the 410a

Air conditioners use a hefty 6% of all U.S. electricity. Changing out your AC from an old system to a new high-efficiency system saves between 20% and ...
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Goodman AC vs Amana AC: Which System Should You Choose?

Suffering from paralysis of choice? If you're anything like the typical American home-owner, knowing the differences between AC units may not be something you are super ...
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SEER vs EER: How to Check an AC Unit’s Energy Efficiency Ratio

When it comes to our energy consumption, we all want to be more efficient. Whether it's to save on our energy bill, show kindness to ...
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3 Important Things to Look for When Buying a New AC Unit

Buying a new ac unit can be a very stressful time. Most people wait until their current unit dies before getting a new one. We ...
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Basics of AC Maintenance: How to Clean Your AC Unit

Each year, air conditioning costs American homeowners around $29 billion. Regular AC maintenance is key to keeping these extreme costs down. Without routine air conditioning check-ups, ...
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HVAC For Dummies: A Quick Beginners Guide to HVAC

HVAC units seem complicated and difficult to work on. That's why you always call a professional when a problem arises. If you didn't know, HVAC ...