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Furnace Not Kicking On? Here’s Why

December 11, 2014

A furnace not kicking on is one of the most alarming things of the winter. There you are nestled in on a chilly winter night watching movies. You press the thermostat up a couple more times and nothing. What once was just a nuisance is quickly turning into a cause for panic as the potential dangers start to run in your head – what if the pipes freeze, what if your electronics are damaged, what if we freeze? Ideally, the problem of your furnace not turning on will happen during the day and

Comfort Pro Cares: Win a FREE Lennox Heating System!

November 18, 2014

Every year Comfort Pro, Inc. runs an event called Comfort Pro, Inc. Cares where we choose one family in need to win a free Lennox heating system. Winter can be brutal and some of our neighbors are still without heat. We started the annual event in 2010. Every November, we run the contest and make our decision by the end of the month. November is here again and there is just 1 week left to send in your letter! See the below graphic for details: Our goal is to install the unit in time for Christmas.

Why is My Air Conditioner Blowing Warm Air?

July 30, 2014

Home AC units have dozens of parts that must function properly in order to efficiently cool your home. When one part goes out, the whole unit could malfunction. One common problem many residents notice is that their air conditioner blows warm air. This warm air is likely the result of a bad part or a refrigerant leak and will require an AC repairman to look at it. Here is the FULL list of problems which may cause an AC to blow warm air: Refrigerant Leak Sitting at the top of the list is one common cause

Why Does My Air Conditioner Smell?

May 12, 2014

On a hot day, the first thing you do when you return to a warm, stuffy home is switch on the air conditioner to circulate some cool air. However, there is nothing relaxing or comfortable about cool air carrying a strong odor that eventually spreads throughout your home. If you ever find yourself asking “why does my air conditioner smell?” then find the odor that best matches yours below. Common Odors First, be certain that the smell is coming from your air conditioning vents and that the source of the foul odor isn’t something

5 HVAC Danger Signs You Should Not Ignore

May 1, 2014

Your HVAC system is designed to make your home comfortable and livable, but sometimes things go wrong…horribly wrong. Aging, lack of maintenance, poor installations, and pure bad luck contribute to potentially dangerous malfunctions that should be fixed immediately. If you see any of these signs, please take the appropriate action! Here are 5 danger signs you should not ignore: The Sign: Rotten Egg Smell What it is: You’ve probably heard of this one before and, yes, it’s dangerous. If you smell rotten eggs and do not actually have rotten eggs in your house, then you have

How Does Geothermal Heating Work?

April 28, 2014

During the day, the Sun naturally heats up the Earth. The surface and underneath becomes heated directly from the solar heat. A geothermal system can harness the Earth’s temperature and distribute heat and air conditioning throughout your home. Geothermal heating systems have their pros and cons, but in the end becomes one of the most ideal heating systems of the lot. So how does geothermal heating work? The Breakdown Geothermal heating systems function because of the Earth’s natural heat resources. The ground will absorb about 50% of the Sun’s energy and is naturally absorbed into the

How to Keep Your House Cool in the Summer

April 17, 2014

Spring is officially here and when the heat hits, it hits hard! In order to keep your house cool this summer, there are some steps you can take to minimize energy costs and increase the efficiency of your air conditioning system. Some of them are unit related, but there are also steps to keep your house cool using common household items. Here are 4 ways to keep your house cool in the summer: Maintain your AC system Although it sounds obvious, it’s worth mentioning. Maintaining your system means that we (or you) perform the following maintenance:

How to Save on Your Air Conditioning Bills This Spring and Summer

March 18, 2014

Spring will be here in a few days, and, believe it or not, the days of lemonade on the porch are just around the corner! After this winter that won’t seem to go away, the heat will be a welcome change, but how do you keep your home from getting too hot, and your energy bills from becoming too costly? There are some steps you can take to minimize energy costs and increase the efficiency of your air conditioning system. Some of them are unit related, but there are also steps to keep your house cool using common household items.

How to Save Money on Your Electric Bill in the Winter

February 16, 2014

We have all been there: no heat in the dead of winter; or no air conditioning in the boiling heat. This winter we’ve seen a few storms already and the season isn’t over yet. Between the ice, snow, and freezing rain, there are numerous reasons to run your heating system. In order to keep yourself comfortable, you may run your heating systems at the max to keep your home at a constant temperature; however, there are a few things you can do to save money on your energy bill. So we’ve compiled some tips on how to save money on

HVAC Facts and Statistics

January 25, 2014

Because we love HVAC so much, here’s a list of HVAC facts and statistics that you should consider (some of them will save you money): Turning Your Thermostat Back can save you up to 1% for each degree you set it back if you leave it for 8 hours. So, if you set it back 10º when you go to work, you could save 10% on your heating/cooling bill. Setting it back will cause your HVAC system to run less, saving you money in the long-run. 41.5% of Energy Consumption Goes to Heating in the average

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