Climate Masters Blog

Now is the Time for Air Conditioning Maintenance

March 6th, 2017

Florida has always had more temperate winters in terms of temperature, and the days will be boiling hot again before you know it. Before the summer rolls around again, you need to make sure that your air conditioner is ready for the extra strain. The best way to do that is to schedule preventive maintenance for it.

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What Can Happen without Routine Heat Pump Maintenance?

February 20th, 2017

We harp on the importance of heating maintenance a lot on this site, but we do it for a good reason. Preventive heating maintenance is not only beneficial, but is absolutely necessary for maintaining a healthy heating system. That goes double for heat pumps, which need maintenance twice as often as other system types. If you don’t take good care of your heating system, you may find yourself replacing it many years sooner than you would have liked. Read on to find out what happens if you don’t have your heat pump professionally checked often enough.

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How a Clogged Air Filter can Destroy Your Furnace

February 6th, 2017

Oftentimes, it’s the most minor thing that can bring disaster to a system. A single line of code, a relatively miniscule exhaust port, the one linchpin that everything rests on in order to function properly. Believe it or not, a similar weak point exists in your furnace. The air filter is there to prevent dust and debris of various kinds from blowing into the system, and causing problems with its operation. It does this job well, capturing various contaminants as they flow in from the ducts. The problem, though, is that the air filter has no way of getting rid of the contaminants that it collects. If the system isn’t cleaned or replaced every few months, it will eventually become clogged. That’s when the serious problems start.

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The 2 Major Things You can do to Save Money on Heating This Winter

January 23rd, 2017

Most people don’t spend a whole lot of time sitting around and thinking about their heating systems, even during the winter. You’re probably the same way. You’ve got bills, and taxes, and a million other things that are much higher on your priority list than optimizing your heating situation. Still, you’d be surprised at how much money you can save every month by just taking a couple of simple steps. Let’s take a look at 2 major things that you can do to save money on your heating bills during the winter.

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The Advantages of Heat Pump Installation

January 16th, 2017

There are a number of different heating system types on the market, each with their own set of advantages. If you’re looking for a new heating system to install this winter, consider installing a heat pump. Let’s go over how heat pumps work, and the unique advantages that they can provide.

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Why You Should Upgrade Your Thermostat More Often

January 9th, 2017

If your furnace isn’t putting out as much heat as it used to, or your air conditioner is breaking down every other month, you probably get around to replacing them pretty quickly, right? No use in having a system that doesn’t actually work properly, after all. What about your thermostat, though? Do you know how well it’s actually working? Many homeowners don’t actually know how often they need to replace their thermostat, which is a shame because it often lessens the efficiency of their climate control systems.

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Make Sure Your Furnace is Properly Sized

January 2nd, 2017

So you’re looking around for a new furnace to replace your old heating system. You’ve got the physical measurements for the space that is to accommodate the system, and you manage to find a furnace that fits. Before you have that furnace installed, though, there is a very important question you have to answer: is the furnace properly sized for your home?

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What to do if Your HVAC Unit has Been Submerged in Sea Water

December 26th, 2016

It’s been a couple of months since Hurricane Matthew ripped through the area, and most of us are still trying to repair the damage. You’ve probably got a million other things to deal with right now, but it’s important not to forget your HVAC systems. A lot of homes were flooded during the storm, which means plenty of HVAC systems were damaged, as well. If your heater or air conditioner was submerged in salt water during the hurricane, read on to find out what to do about it.

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Signs You Need Furnace Repair

December 19th, 2016

Stress increases on furnaces during the winter, as people rely on them for longer and longer periods of time in order to keep warm. More stress means more wear on the system, which means more chances for something to break down. If you’re using a furnace this winter, you’re going to want to keep an eye out for the signs that your system is in trouble. Read on to familiarize yourself with some of those signs.

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Be Careful of These Heat Pump Issues During Winter

December 12th, 2016

Winter is a stressful time of year for heat pumps, even in Florida. More stress means more ways for things to go wrong, so it’s important to be watchful for any signs that the system is in trouble. If you’re using a heat pump to stay warm this winter, keep an eye out for the following issues.

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