There are many different ways to heat your home. Some people prefer gas heat or oil burners. In warmer climates, the better choice is heat pumps. Using heat pumps to cool and heat your home is more energy efficient than standard gas or oil heating. A heat pump uses a reversing valve in the condenser to control the heating and cooling. The process is really simple. The path of refrigerant is reversed in heating mode so latent heat is transferred into the home. In cool mode, the latent heat is transferred out of the home also causing the humidity to drop inside, making the air feel cold. This is how the heat pump utilizes the refrigerant to heat and cool.

A whole house humidifier is designed to keep the air moist during heating and especially helpful in environments where gas and oil burners are used. Gas heat can dry out the air too much causing static in the home, dry sinuses and skin irritation. A whole house humidifier can help keep the humidity at a level that is comfortable, and regulates the way the heat is felt. That is why a whole house humidifier, in combination with gas and oil burners, makes heating your home easier than standard methods, and more comfortable.

When your AC breaks, it’s usually related to standard wear or lack of maintenance. AC repair costs can become costly over time. A common AC repair necessary on systems is the capacitors. A run capacitor keeps the compressor running smoothly. The fan motor on an AC also requires a run capacitor for it to work. Another common AC repair is due to refrigerant leaks and motor failures. Lighting plays a big role in damaging capacitors. Voltage spikes and corrosion are other factors that cause destruction. Repairs can be drastically reduced if preventative maintenance is done on a regular basis.