Frequently Asked Questions About Furnaces and Furnace Repair
Winter season is just around the corner and there’s no better time to make sure your home’s heating system is in good working condition. Shackelford Heating and Cooling has provided excellent residential HVAC service to its clients for over three decades, and now we’re here to answer the most frequently asked questions about furnaces and […]
Fundamentals of Boiler Heating Systems
You don’t have to be a professional residential air conditioning technician to understand the basics of how your boiler works. In fact, the thermodynamic concepts behind its inner mechanisms are basically similar to other heating systems. The only differences lie mainly in how it produces the heat and how it distributes this heat throughout your home. […]
How Experts Choose Their Own Air Conditioning Unit
FacebookTwitterLinkedInEmailShare Have you ever wondered how air conditioner replacement technicians choose units for their own homes? With all their experience in the field, it makes sense that they would know how to find the right kind of equipment for their own home use. That’s why we’ve asked professional contractors all over the state to give you a […]
How to Keep Your AC From Overheating
Before your air conditioning system can cool your space effectively and efficiently, it needs to remain cool itself first. Overheating is a common cause for AC failure; however, it’s preventable. Use these air conditioner maintenance tips to help your cooling equipment regulate its own temperature: Change Filters Regularly Routine filter replacement is the simplest way […]
4 Air Conditioning Do’s and Don’ts for Hot Summer Days
In summer, residential air conditioning makes an oasis of your home. The last thing you want is a malfunction in the middle of a hot day, or worse, an extremely costly energy bill. Here is a list of air conditioning do’s and don’ts on a hot summer day. 1. DO: Choose Properly-Sized AC Units – Buying new residential air […]
AC Failure: Poor Installation and Other Common Culprits
Air conditioners, regardless of the brand, don’t last forever. However, many units fail too early for several reasons. Although it’s not uncommon for the cooling systems to run 24/7, non-stop usage isn’t the most notorious culprit behind AC failure. Here are the usual suspects: Subpar Installation Proper air conditioning installation is key to longevity. If […]
Saving Energy This Spring
Spring is a great time to take advantage of the nice weather to lower your energy consumption. You don’t have to use as much air conditioning or heating around this time, so it’s better to let nature cool and heat your home more efficiently. It’s also a great opportunity for air conditioner repair. Here are some […]
Top Reasons to Consider Gas Furnaces for Your Home
Gas furnaces remain the most prevalent of all heating and air conditioning options in the United States. Furnaces seem to hold their own even compared with the many innovations and technologies developed in the heating and cooling industry in recent years. This popularity is grounded on tried and true characteristics that have stood the test of […]
Learning About the Different Kinds of Heating Systems
The majority of energy used by a typical American home goes to heating and cooling the interior. Choosing the right heating and air conditioning system is important because your HVAC systems have a big impact on your overall energy costs. If your current system is decades old, you may save significant amounts of money if […]
Common HVAC Problems During Winter
With winter coming to a close, it’s time for every homeowner to stay on top of their HVAC systems maintenance. The harsh conditions that the winter season brings can compromise even the most dependable HVAC systems, necessitating residential HVAC service and repair. Below are the common problems that afflict heating and cooling systems during winter: Frozen Pipes […]