4 Ways to Protect Your Water Heater This Winter

January 12, 2022

Winter temperatures in Reading, PA, can drop well below the freezing point of water. If this happens, your water heater is at risk of damage. A frozen and burst pipe can also damage your water heater, so it’s important to consider protecting your entire plumbing system. Use these four quick tips to protect your water heater this winter. 1. Install an Insulation Blanket Insulating your water heater’s storage tank is fast, simple and effective at preventing freezing. An insulation blanket wraps around the tank. Also consider insulating the pipes that connect to your water heater. This

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3 Advantages of Geothermal Heating

December 10, 2021

Pretty much everyone has noticed how the air outside gets cooler and less humid as autumn starts to transition into winter. However, that doesn’t mean you necessarily need to turn up your heating system. In fact, with a geothermal heating system from Comfort Pro Heating & Air Conditioning in Reading, PA, you don’t have to! This blog entry will clarify the advantages of geothermal heating and explain why you should be considering it for your home. 1. Affordable to Operate The biggest perk of geothermal heating is the fact that it’s so efficient to operate. You’ll

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Comfort Pro Cares Program

November 10, 2021

Comfort Pro Cares is an event that happens annually in early October. The program started in 2010 to gift a deserving Berks County family or individual with a free heating system during the holidays. To date, we have installed 11 new heating systems. As a part of the Comfort Pro Care Annual Event, our team will be installing a free heating system for a deserving family or individual in Berks County before the 2021 holidays. Nominations opened on October 11, 2021, and close on November 24, 2021. You can send the nomination letter to Comfort Pro, Inc.

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How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Your Household

October 10, 2021

The total worldwide mortality rate of carbon-related poisoning is estimated at 4.6 deaths per million, according to an epidemiology article in the National Library of Medicine. While cumulative cases are relatively low, you only stand to benefit from knowing what carbon monoxide poisoning is and how to prevent it as a homeowner. Read on further as we discuss what carbon dioxide poisoning is and subsequent measures to prevent it. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Carbon dioxide is a gas generated by the body through the process of cellular metabolism. In small traces, gaseous carbon monoxide

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4 Reasons to Change Filters Regularly

September 20, 2021

The winters get cold in Reading, PA, and you need your system to work optimally to keep you warm during the cold winter months. At Comfort Pro, Inc., we have many tips about keeping your home’s heating and air conditioning systems in excellent condition. One of the most important things you can do to keep the home air handling system in good working condition is to replace the filters in your home on a scheduled basis. Here are four reasons to change your air filter: 1. System Failure One of the biggest reasons to

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Benefits of Lennox Air Purification Systems

July 19, 2021

Keeping small particles out of your home is essential for you and your family’s health. Dust, allergens, and other particulates can make your home uncomfortable, unpleasant, and unhealthy. Having quality air filtration installed as part of your air conditioning or heating system can help reduce the number of particles in the air and improve your quality of life. Comfort Pro Heating & Air Conditioning recommends installing Lennox air purification systems to help improve your home’s air quality. The Benefits of Lennox Air Purification Whether it’s summer or winter, you can benefit from Lennox air purification.

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How To Prepare Air Conditioner for the Summer

June 21, 2021

Summer is fast approaching, as now is the perfect time to begin looking at ways to get your air conditioner ready for the changing of the seasons. Staying proactive by following a few steps will maximize the efficiency of your air conditioning system while also helping you to avoid potential problems in the future. Here are a few tips to remember to get your air conditioner well-prepared for summer. 1. Remove Debris Debris can often pile up near your AC system during the winter months. The accumulation of leaves and dirt cause

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Why is There a Smell Coming From My AC ?

May 13, 2021

If your air conditioner is producing an unpleasant odor, don’t dismiss the problem. There’s something wrong with it, and ignoring it could be costly or harmful to your health. If your home smells when your air conditioner comes on, identifying the scent can help diagnose what the problem is. Broken Motor or Circuit Panel Short If your home smells like something is burning when your AC system is running, it probably is. A motor could be broken or a circuit panel might have shorted out. You should turn off the power to your AC system at

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The Snow’s Effect on Your HVAC System

March 28, 2020

For most of our customers, we have been successful in reiterating the extreme importance of interior HVAC care, specifically the changing of the air filters, switching to programmable thermostats, and getting the system inspected annually by a professional. Another thing we stress though is to never rest on your laurels when it comes to your heater and air-conditioner, specifically when it comes to the outside care of the HVAC unit. Specifically, snow and ice from the winter can have lasting effects well into the spring and summer. Normal Ice Build-Up on Heat Pumps The

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WatchDog Plus Plan

March 28, 2020

These Terms and Conditions will be applicable to Comfort Pro, Inc. (CPI) WatchDog Plus is a Parts & Labor Agreement that may be added to your WatchDog Maintenance Agreement Only. What is Covered? Simply speaking…all working parts that are in the internal component of the heating and air conditioning piece of equipment are covered. Conditions and Limitations This agreement sets forth the entire agreement between Comfort Pro, Inc. and the Equipment Owner and cannot be changed without written approval from Comfort Pro, Inc. and promises made by any person not contained in this document are

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