"He was very nice to work with and did an excellent job. He will be our heating and air conditioning company from now on. I would highly recommend him. He was fast and not too expensive. Thank you for suggesting his company. He is a small father and son company."
"Prompt, courteous service; the electrician and his apprentice both arrived promptly, following a call from the office, sealed up their shoes and got right to work. The job was done to satisfaction in about two hours, with no surprise charges. The tech added on a spot repair of a light switch, and the price was still pretty much within the range I figured it would be. Both men were completely professional and courteous; no extra charge for the return visit with the part needed, and prompt, thorough work. Would recommend again; thanks much! "
"I have been a customer of Benjamin Franklin heating and air as well as Benjamin Franklin Plumbing for years. They always do very high quality work and the technicians are always very professional and very friendly and very knowledgeable. They always take the time to explain what the issue is and what the options are for addressing the issue. I trust.. this company very much"
"Nathan, John and Kenny removed old systems and installed 2 new HVAC systems in my home in 2 days. I was very impressed by their professional work ethic, knowledge, engineering solutions and especially their "can do" attitudes to anything. This was a complete team effort. Thank You!"
"Robert was excellent to work with from the beginning. He responded immediately to my request for a quote. Like, nearly 90 seconds after I submitted a form online. I wanted to pay for duct cleaning for my parents as a Christmas gift and Robert coordinated everything with me so that my parents never saw the bill. He explained step-by-step what to expect and provided an estimate on how long it would take. He had a flat rate so there were zero surprises when I receive the invoice. Between my interaction with him and my parents' experience with him, it was worth every penny. My parents said the house smells fresher and there is a noticeable decrease in the amount of dust they can see on the furniture. He used a sanitizer solution to get rid of any mold (which there was mold) that was in the vents once they had been blown out. My dad was home at the time of the service and said he enjoyed talking with Robert so much. He said they were very friendly and professional. They arrived on time and got to work right away. Healthy Home Professionals is truly a family owned and run business. Good people and really good service. I highly recommend them!"
"Jeff installed a complete HVAC system for me at my rental property. I live out of town and he worked along with an agent making appointments for the installation and was there as he promised."
Heating and Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts
There are two main reasons your furnace and AC are turning on at the same time. The first could be that you’re confusing the furnace with the blower. The blower is located in the furnace and will turn on to distribute cool air from the air conditioner through the ductwork in the home. This is normal. If the actual furnace is turning on at the same time as the AC and hot and cool air are coming into the home, it could be a result of incorrect writing to a new thermostat or new systems.
A frozen coil can cause permanent damage to your HVAC system and lead to costly repairs if not fixed. It can cause the unit to overheat and also cause the compressor to fail. It’s vital to turn the unit off if the coil is frozen and address the issue as soon as possible.
Some HVAC systems tend to use R410A refrigerant, although if you have an older model it may be using R22. R22 is banned due to its harmful environmental and health impacts, and it is a sign that your AC unit is old enough to consider a replacement and the significant efficiency gains that could come with it.
A new HVAC system can increase your home's value by about 5% to 7%, which can translate to an added value of $2,500 to $3,000. The return on investment (ROI) can be around 30%, especially if you upgrade the entire system, including ductwork and insulation. Adding modern features like a smart thermostat can further increase your home’s value by making the heating and cooling systems more efficient and convenient. However, since a new unit can cost $10,000 or more to install, it's important to weigh the upfront cost against the potential increase in home value. For a specific assessment, it's best to consult a local AC installer.
No, it isn’t necessarily bad to turn your AC on and off frequently—contrary to popular belief. Even if you stop and start your AC throughout the day, it won’t use as much energy as it would if you ran it nonstop.
If you’re concerned about your power consumption and energy costs, there are a few simple ways to use your AC more efficiently. Regularly cleaning the filters, scheduling routine maintenance, and using a programmable thermostat are all great choices.
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A central air system is great for someone looking to cool and heat their home all year round. Even if your home uses baseboard heating, you can still make the switch. Read on to learn more about adding central air to a baseboard-heated house.
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