Spring has sprung in Kansas City, and after the cold winter, it is time to check in on your HVAC system before the hot days ahead. Whether your system is new or you simply can’t remember how old it is, maintaining your HVAC unit this spring can help prolong the life of your system, as well as get you the …
Overland Park Heating and Cooling Buyer’s Guide for 2017
2017 is in full swing, and that means it’s time to upgrade the air quality in your home. Whether you are preparing for warmer weather in the seasons to come, or simply wanting to give your house the clean air it deserves, Overland Park Heating and Cooling has the right product for your project.
Keep Your Indoor Air Clean with Professional Duct Cleaning
You clean your home frequently. You dust, you vacuum, you wipe down every surface. But if you’re not having your ducts professionally cleaned periodically, your home may not be as clean and healthy as it could be. Indoor air pollution is higher than many people realize, earning it the number four spot on the EPA’s list of greatest environmental threats. …
Cottonwood Seeds Can Cause Major Damage to Your Air Conditioning Unit
Cottonwood trees can be beautiful but their fluffy white fuzz can also be a nuisance. When it comes to your air conditioning unit, that fuzz can be damaging. Cottonwood seed tufts are notorious for getting pulled into the air conditioners and clogging them. In addition to the cottonwood issue, the recent storms have caused a lot of air born debris …
Protect Your Air Conditioner from Copper Thieves with an Alarm System
Copper prices have been on the rise, making copper pipes and components found in air conditioning units attractive to thieves. Like the rest of the country, Kansas City has seen a steady rise of air conditioner thefts in recent years and the numbers are expected to continue to rise. Copper thieves don’t discriminate. Everyone from home owners to businesses, including …
Use a Dehumidifier to Prevent Humidity Damage in Your Kansas Home
Decreasing the humidity level in your home with a central dehumidifier can not only increase your comfort, but it can also help prevent future moisture problems. It’s simpler and less costly to reduce indoor humidity now than to deal with the consequences later down the road. Here are just a few areas in your home that can suffer from excess humidity: Floors. …
4 Signs of Impending A/C Replacement
If the air conditioner in your Kansas City area home seems to ineffectively cool your home evenly or doesn’t seem to be providing the comfort that it once did, it may be time to consider a replacement. While many problems can be repaired by your HVAC technician, here are four signs that you may want to consider an A/C replacement: No longer cooling. You may be …
Planning Some Vacation Time Away From Home This Summer? Make a Home Prep List Before You Go
Many homeowners don’t realize that making a home prep list before they leave on vacation can give you real peace of mind while you are away. Here are some ways to prepare your home mechanical equipment when you’re planning time away this summer:
Strange Noise Coming From the Air Conditioner? Read On
If you live in the Kansas City area, you may have a hard time dealing with the summer heat that comes after a long winter. Keeping your air conditioner working well all summer can be a big source of relief. If you can hear a strange noise coming from the A/C, however, you should try to identify the problem and perhaps …
Help Your Cooling System Be More Efficient This Summer
Cooling costs are the single largest energy expense in most homes during the summer months, but there are a lot of ways you can save. A few simple adjustments can help your A/C be more efficient and save you a bundle on your energy bills this summer. Change your air filter. Dirty air filters count for a lot of ineffeciency, …