This issue happens more often than not with older furnaces, and it could be a sign you are ready to upgrade your Hillsboro home’s heating and cooling system with a new model. At the 10-year mark, furnaces start to lose efficiency and begin breaking down more frequently.
Continue ReadingWinter is here. That means your family will be spending more time indoors to stay warm.
Continue ReadingSo you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch.
Continue ReadingThe average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer? There is no shortcut or hack to increase your furnace’s longevity.
Continue ReadingRegularly scheduled maintenance for your air handler keeps you healthier; extends the life of your system; and contributes to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) higher efficiency; and may even reduce your energy bills.
Continue ReadingHere in Kansas, we’ve reached the season that makes you say, “Gosh, it’s so dark out. Is it really only six in the evening?” Before the days get too short, remember to check off heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance from your autumn to-do list.
Continue ReadingOne reason Kansas homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace and air conditioning system, you can simply transition your heat pump from the heat setting to the cooling setting and vice versa as seasons warrant.
Continue ReadingWith all the options available for setting your programmable thermostat, it is easy to get confused. Of course, this defeats the purpose of a programmable thermostat––it is designed for you to “set it and forget it,” making your life easier. Naturally, anything can be confusing at times, so feel free to contact our qualified Don’s Heating & Air team members with any questions you may have about your programmable thermostat.
Continue ReadingHumidity isn’t just hard on your body—it’s hard on your El Dorado home. Damp surfaces are a picnic party for unwelcome guests like mildew, mold, cockroaches, and mites. Excessive humidity weakens wood and leads to rotting. It also lowers your indoor air quality (IAQ).
Continue ReadingIt’s summertime in Kansas. The team at Don’s Heating & Air hopes you find time to relax with friends and family and enjoy the beautiful sunny days.
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