Is a Furnace the Right Heater for Me?

January 2nd, 2017

The furnace is probably the most popular of all heating systems used in the country today, and this is no fluke. When properly sized and professionally installed, the furnace can truly excel in the heating of one’s home.

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What Makes the Heat Pump Such an Efficient Heater?

December 26th, 2016

Heat pumps of all kinds, from traditional air-source heat pumps to ductless mini splits and geothermal systems, are renowned for their energy efficiency. Geothermal systems exchange heat with the ground, whereas air-source heat pumps and ductless mini splits exchange heat with the air.

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Furnace FAQ: What’s This Strange New Sound?

December 19th, 2016

Generally speaking, a properly functioning furnace should operate pretty quietly. Yes, you may hear the sound of the furnace cycling on, depending upon its location in your home.

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Schedule Your Precision Tune-Up, If You Haven’t Already

December 12th, 2016

South Carolina does not have the most severe winter weather in the country. Not by a long shot.

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Geothermal System Design: Loop Options

December 5th, 2016

As we’ve mentioned in a few recent blog posts, now is the time to have your geothermal heating and cooling system installed. The 30% federal tax credit on new geothermal system installations is set to expire in just a few short weeks.

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Test and Seal Your Ducts for Greater Heating Efficiency

November 28th, 2016

Do you use a forced air heating system, like a furnace or a heat pump, to keep your home comfortable when the temperature drops? If so, you need the ductwork that this system uses to distribute heated air throughout your home to function properly.

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Time Is Running Out to Take Advantage of the Geothermal Tax Credit!

November 21st, 2016

We’ve mentioned before how much you stand to save by taking advantage of the geothermal tax credit currently available on new system installations. If you have been thinking about scheduling a geothermal installation in Columbia, SC, but still have not gotten around to it, now really is the time to ask.

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Remember to Change the Filter in Your Furnace or Heat Pump!

November 14th, 2016

You really shouldn’t have to struggle too much to heat your home successfully in this part of the country. Our winter weather is certainly not “extreme.”

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Don’t Ignore Strange Heating Sounds

November 7th, 2016

During the winter months, you need your heater to function as effectively as possible. Otherwise, your comfort is just not going to be protected.

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