Experience
Our Difference

So you have seen the signs that you are in need of a new air conditioner. All of your research talks about single stage and two stage air conditioning. Single Stage vs. Two Stage Air Conditioners The main difference between the single stage and two stage air conditioners is the type of compressor they use. […]

Read More… from One Stage vs Two Stage Air Conditioners

The financial and environmental costs of using utilities add up fast. In many cases – and we’re all guilty of this – we don’t realize how much we’re consuming until the utility bill shows up. We scratch our heads and think, “wow, there’s no way I used 897 kilowatt-hours of electricity this month.” (The average […]

Read More… from Smart and Sustainable In-Home Technology to Reduce Utility Costs

There are a couple new tax laws that benefit both residential and commercial customers when upgrading existing HVAC equipment. Commercial-Section 179 is a new tax law that started on January 1st, 2018. Commercials customer have the ability to write off for tax purposes the cost of a new heating and air conditioning units in the […]

Read More… from New Tax Laws for 2018

On January 1st, 2020, R22 will be illegal in this great country of ours. Chlordoifluoromethane(or R22)is a colorless gas that is used in your air conditioner. It does a great job keeping your air cool in your house, but it reeks havoc on the ozone layer. So what does that mean to you…. If you […]

Read More… from When Does R22 Become Illegal?

Many homeowners struggle with if they should repair their equipment or if they should replace it. It is all ways be cheaper to repair, but if the equipment is always breaking down, it might not be the best use of your dollars. Here is a common rule of thumb to determine what might be the […]

Read More… from Replacing or Repair?

We don’t need to tell you that it is cold and flu season, but guess what, it is cold and flu season. Legacy Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical has some good ideas on how to keep you out of the doctor’s office or hopped up on cold medicine. Clean those Ducts Do you know what […]

Read More… from Tips to Stay Healthier in Flu and Cold Season

Low Refrigerant The refrigerant is the goop that your air conditioner uses to remove the heat and humidity from the air in your home or business. If your system develops a leak in your refrigerant lines, you can end up with not enough refrigerant to keep things cool like Fonzie. Frozen Evaporator Coils Your air […]

Read More… from Top Causes for Air Conditioner Problems

Pollution is a big problem in the world today but do you know that one of the most polluted places in your everyday life is the place where you breathe and sleep every night? That’s right your home. The builders today build “tight homes” which means that they are well insulated not letting much in […]

Read More… from Combating Pollution in Your Home

A humidifier is an essential piece of your HVAC System because it not only gives you comfort, but it maximizes the efficiencies of your furnace. How may you ask? During the summer months, humidity might as well be a four letter word. Those warm summer days are made even warmer when the humidity is hovering […]

Read More… from Why You Need a Humidifier

Only your parents know what the temperature your thermostat should be set at… Ok…that might be a little over the top but you get the idea. The thermostat can be the most important way for you to control energy consumption in your home. For every degree that you adjust your thermostat, it can adjust cause […]

Read More… from What Temperature Should You Set Your Thermostat?

Trying to figure out if you should replace your furnace or not? Here are some signs that can help you make that decision. 1. Old Age The Average Oil or Natural Gas Furnace has an average lifespan of 16 t0 20 years. According to the US Department of Energy, you should replace your furnace after […]

Read More… from Is It Time Replace the Furnace?

If you have a smelly basement and it isn’t due to a teenager who has overstayed their welcome, there is a simple solution. Control the humidity. According to Achooallergy.com, Mold loves humidity and areas that are damp and dark. Mold hates it when the humidity is between 40-50%. If you are able to maintain your […]

Read More… from How Do You Keep Your Basement from Smelling?