Is Your Old Air Conditioner Costing You Money? Replacing your air conditioner is a big investment, and many people think that in order to save money, they need to use the old AC for as long as possible, even until it dies. However, if you are using an old air conditioner, it might be costing you more than you think. …
At this time of year, we can experience unexpected heat waves, and that puts your air conditioning system under stress. This can lead to breakdowns, high energy bills, and even a shortened lifespan for your system. We often get asked what are our top tips to help make sure your AC is working well while also relieving a bit of…
It’s summer, and with hot weather, you can count on higher energy bills. Here at Blue Ridge Heating and Air, we hear from people all the time who are frustrated by their high energy bills, and wondering whether their HVAC system is to blame. The short answer is probably yes, but there’s a little more that goes into it. Your…
Hello everyone. I hope you all are enjoying this wonderful mild spring weather we are having. During this time of year, it gives us the opportunity to focus more on the other issues in homes that we have seen other than just hot and cold problems. Some of these issues we have seen are signs of moisture, dust, and dirt….
Check and replace their filters. Maintain a clean condenser coil. Keeping your outdoor AC unit clean is important because dirt or debris can affect the proper airflow of the condenser coils. Remember, the more active your AC units are, the more you should clean them- both interior and exterior units (evaporator coil, blower fan, condenser coils, and compressor). You can…
Every so often, wildlife makes its mark on a homeowner’s heating and air system. Blue Ridge Heating and Air is not a wildlife removal company, but we find ourselves having to do so on occasion, as long as we feel safe doing so. This past spring, we performed a preventive maintenance on an air conditioner and gas furnace for a…
While we would all love a home comfort system that you just set and forget without an additional thought, unfortunately, that is not the case. First and foremost, for the continued optimal operation of your system, seasonal maintenance is a must. Having your system serviced by a professional every year will help you maintain an energy-efficient HVAC system. That is…
Air filters can be hard to keep up with. They need to be replaced often, and many people don’t believe that they’re necessary to replace. But this is not true; in fact, the benefits of replacing an air filter go beyond just making the air a bit cleaner. They not only improve the air quality inside your house, but keeping…
Good day neighbors. A simple but important nugget of knowledge today in regards to protecting your family and property. Recently Blue Ridge Heating and Air was called out by a resident in a Greer subdivision to evaluate and determine the root cause of a “mold issue” occurring in the upstairs of their home. We were advised by the homeowner that…
DISCLAIMER: Blue Ridge Heating and Air is not contractually affiliated with any Home Warranty provider, and has no opinions, complaints, or endorsements of any particular warranty provider. If you are like most people, you are interested in warranty information because you have one or more HVAC system replacements looming, and you want some cost protection/assistance with that from a home…
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