Complete Air & Heat, Inc Blog: Archive for the ‘Heating’ Category

Electric or Gas? Deciding Which Furnace Is Best

Monday, December 13th, 2021

When we say that we install furnaces, that’s not the end of the line of questioning. There are many types of furnaces, so as a homeowner you need to make even more decisions!

Don’t panic, we’ve got your back. If you’re not interested in figuring out which type of furnace is right for you, we can do it for you. It’s not really that difficult of a job, and we build our reputation on the fact that homeowners trust us to choose the best system that will cost the least amount of money in the future. Simply put, we’re your team for proper heating services in Palm Bay, FL.

However, if you’re interested in why you might choose an electric furnace over a gas one, then keep reading. We’ll get into the unique advantages of each system and answer the age-old question: which furnace is better?

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Is Your Furnace on the Edge of Breaking Down?

Monday, November 15th, 2021

We service a lot of furnaces in this area. While many people might still be relying on air conditioners in our area, furnaces are vital for those chilly nights when dressing warm and using blankets just won’t get the job done. A gas or electric furnace can be an amazing way to heat your home at an affordable cost.

That’s why we stay vigilant for homeowners who require furnace replacement. Many furnaces around here are 20 or even 30 years old and are just not able to provide safe and affordable heat anymore. A furnace that’s breaking down is a recipe for disaster in numerous ways, and today we’re going to focus on how you can tell if your furnace is on its way out.

Read on to learn whether you need a furnace replacement or furnace repairs in Melbourne, FL!

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Is Your Heat Pump Working at Peak Performance?

Monday, November 1st, 2021

You can probably remember the feeling you first had when you installed your heat pump. The moment it turned on, it was like a comfort revolution in your home. You could feel certain areas that used to be cold or hot spots, now felt comfortable and in line with the rest of your living space. It was an amazing feeling, and you’re disappointed that it didn’t last just a few years into the future.

But why is that? Heat pumps aren’t supposed to drastically wane in performance in only a few years. What gives?

There are several answers to your question. You could require heating repair in Palm Bay, FL. Or, you could have skipped vital maintenance that’s required for your system to properly function. Today, we’re going to talk about a few ways that heat pumps can be victims of neglect and not work as they should.

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Why Your Heater Needs to Be Cleaned

Monday, October 18th, 2021

There are a lot of homeowners in our area who have heat pumps. There are also some homes that have unique heating systems like gas furnaces for those chilly nights of the winter. Regardless of what heating system you have, it needs to be regularly maintained and cleaned.

Before you sit back and relax because you had your heat pump maintained during the spring, we’d like to remind you that heat pump maintenance is required twice a year. Your heat pump will need to be set up for winter as well as summer, because it functions for twice as long as a normal air conditioner or heater!

Today, we’d like to talk about the cleaning process of maintenance and why it’s important. From cleaning furnaces to operate more safely, to cleaning the coils of air conditioning and heat pump systems, HVAC maintenance in Cocoa Beach, FL is a necessary investment.

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Our Furnace Repair Checklist

Monday, February 22nd, 2021

We know, we know, living in Florida isn’t exactly a good reason to think about your heater. While our northern neighbors get pelted with snow week after week, we’re sitting pretty on some mild temperatures at worst. That being said, every night the temperatures dip down, sometimes into the 40s, and it’s up to your heating system to keep you comfortable.

How is your heater running? Is your furnace working smoothly without a hitch? Or is it pining for furnace repairs and you’re just not in the right place in your budget or schedule to get them done? Regardless of your situation, there are things you can do to ensure your furnace is working properly. One of them is to go use a checklist and take note of the most important things that should be fixed.

Here’s our tried and tested furnace repair checklist. Print this out or save it, so you can reference it when you’re worried about whether or not your heater will make it through this season and the next.

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7 Heater Repairs That Could Be Affecting You

Monday, February 8th, 2021

Don’t you hate it when you think you’ve got a very niche, very strange heater problem, only for a professional to tell you that it’s “one of the most common things they run into?” How are you supposed to know what’s common and what’s not?

Look, we get it. You shouldn’t have to pay someone to tell you that your problem is “common,” or that it’s something they see regularly. So, how about we tell you about some of the most common heater repairs we regularly run into so that you can get a head start on diagnosing your heating problem?

Knowing about common heating problems and things that are plaguing other homeowners is a great start to diagnosing your own issue. Let’s get your heater repair in Palm Bay, FL done quickly and effectively by keeping you as informed as possible.

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How We “Make Families Happy” on the Space Coast

Monday, January 18th, 2021

If you’ve been following our blog for some time now, you’re probably aware that our motto is “making families happy on the Space Coast since 1975.” We love reminding people of this, because it begs them to ask the obvious question: “How do you make them happy?”

How about we answer that question once and for all? Let’s talk about some strategies you can use as a homeowner to tell which HVAC teams are the right ones for you. We won’t just toot our own horn and talk about success stories; we want to talk about why we’re the HVAC company everyone’s talking about. We’re not just lucky, and we don’t rely on fancy tactics to get the job done well. We perform quality HVAC services with a few extra bonuses added into the mix. Keep reading to see what you could be missing!

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Get Your Furnace Ready for Fall with 5 Steps

Monday, November 16th, 2020

Furnaces are the most common heating system in America. They’re efficient, effective, and most importantly—safe! That being said, no furnace is going to automatically switch on when the time comes and temperatures drop. It’s up to homeowners to choose when they pull their heating systems out of retirement and get the ball rolling on feeling cozy.

What do you need to know about setting up your furnace for the winter? Well, aside from the need to schedule furnace maintenance, you’re going to want to pay attention to our five tips for getting things up and running. From replacing the air filter, to getting much-needed repairs done before your system encounters more problems, you’ve got your hands full this winter!

We can help with whatever you need. Keep reading and be sure to call us if you’re in the need for the handiwork of a pro!

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What Can AC Maintenance Do for You?

Monday, March 23rd, 2020

We enjoy talking about AC maintenance at this time of year, particularly because we’re not busy providing emergency repairs. Spring time isn’t warm enough for air conditioners to be on full blast, and it’s not cold enough to warrant relentless heater use. While temperatures stay relatively mild, having your air conditioner maintained by a team of professionals is a wonderful idea.

So, while we could just tell you to schedule routine air conditioning service before the summer months arrive, we want to actually explain what that service can do.

So, buckle up and grab your phone and calendar, because after you read below we’re pretty sure you’ll want to call us and schedule an appointment. Luckily for you, the team here is usually free this time of year, so we’re more than willing to drop by for routine maintenance.

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Tips for Making It Through Winter

Monday, January 27th, 2020

Winter isn’t just about having enough heat to keep you comfortable—it’s about paying as little as you can for the heat you need. That’s where efficiency comes in. An inefficient heater might still keep you warm and cozy, but your heating bills will be a disaster that will postpone your vacation and leave your budgeting plan in pieces.

That’s why we’d like to help as much as we can. One way to keep your system running as efficiently as possible is to address the need for furnace repair in Melbourne, FL before issues start causing more damage. Between furnace maintenance, furnace repair, and other industry tips, we can help keep your furnace in great condition for as long as possible.

Don’t believe us? Below we’ll give you one or two bits of information you might have not known before.

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