"Mr Chambless and his staff are first rate. They installed a home humidifier and responded immediately when the system began to malfunction due to a clogged filter which was attributed to the water softener not removing enough mineral salts. One of Mr. Chambless' staff actually met with the water softener tech and got the issue resolved."
Skip B on April 2021
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"Mr Chambless and his staff are first rate. They installed a home humidifier and responded immediately when the system began to malfunction due to a clogged filter which was attributed to the water softener not removing enough mineral salts. One of Mr. Chambless' staff actually met with the water softener tech and got the issue resolved."
Skip B on April 2021
Heating Oil questions, answered by experts
Yes, many providers offer organic or eco-friendly treatments. Confirm availability with your contractor.
Yes, geothermal heat pumps are worth the money. You can save about 70% on heating costs in the winter and around 50% on cooling costs in the summer with a geothermal heat pump compared to a traditional HVAC system. Over time, your savings on monthly utilities will pay for the cost of the geothermal heat pump installation. If you have an incredibly small yard, however, you may not have enough space for this type of system.
You need to service an HVAC system about twice per year, with a service including an inspection and basic maintenance. It’s best to schedule maintenance in the spring (after the furnace has been running and before the AC kicks on) and in the fall (after the AC worked hard all summer and before winter’s first chill arrives).
Regular HVAC services will keep the system working as efficiently as possible, saving you money on utilities and larger repairs. HVAC maintenance costs around $250 per visit, while bigger repairs from forgotten upkeep could cost thousands.
Regular inspections, loop flushing, and checking heat exchangers help extend system lifespan.
Yes, including optimizing settings and suggesting upgrades if needed.
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