Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How often should I change my filter?

A: You should change you filter every other month of use.

Q: What is SEER and AFUE?

A: SEER stands for seasonal energy efficiency ratio and AFUE in Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency, with SEER and AFUE ratings the higher the number the lower you power bills.

Q: What does HVAC stand for?

A: Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning.

Q: What is a BTU?

A: The British thermal unit (BTU or Btu) is a unit of energy used in the power, steam generation, heating and air conditioning industries.

Q: What kind of 1" filter should I use?

A: There are many different brands on the market, typically as long as it is a pleated filter they have many of the same qualities. And are acceptable to use, stay away from cheap throwaway filters commonly known as horse hair filters.

Q: What should the humidity be set at in my home?

A: It really depends on the outdoor temperature as the outdoor temperature rises your humidity should be set lower, and as the outdoor temperature gets lower your humidity inside should be set higher. Typically in winter humidity should be set between 40% and 50%.

Q: How often should by equipment be serviced?

A: To maintain your warranties on newer equipment a yearly inspection needs to be done, Similar to a car. On older equipment a yearly inspection may not be enough, though usually is, to maintain whatever efficiencies they have left.

Q: How old is too old?

A: Furnaces and air conditioners have a standard life span of 12- 15 years. Anything older and the possibility of high repair and energy costs rise with every passing year. Plan and budget for a replacement.