Cool Care Heating and Air Conditioning

Breathe Better in the New Year

January 15th, 2024

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While most New Year’s resolutions are related to health in some way, they’re usually things like getting more exercise, eating more vegetables, or drinking more water. Rarely does a resolution have anything to do with breathing. And yet, you breathe far more often than you eat or drink!

With the average American spending upwards of 90% of their time indoors, the air you’re breathing in there has a big impact on your health.

How can you improve your well-being through breathing? By making sure that breath is the cleanest air you can make it. With an air purifier, you can cut contamination, reduce the risk of illness, and feel better with every breath you take. The benefits are amazing.

Ventilation: Why the “V” in HVAC Is So Important

January 1st, 2024

People put a lot more thought into heating and air conditioning than they do into ventilation concerns in their homes, despite spending on average over 90% of their time indoors breathing whatever air comes out of their vents. The “V” in HVAC matters, too! Do you know what’s going on with your ducts? Are they causing problems with your indoor air quality? Here’s what you should know.

Is It Too Late for Furnace Maintenance?

December 18th, 2023

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You’ve probably heard that it’s important to get your furnace professionally maintained each year. And chances are, you know that most people have it done in the fall, before they start the furnace up for the first time when the weather gets cold. Is it too late to schedule maintenance for your furnace? Is it worth bothering now that winter has set in? You should still have it done. Here’s why.

Furnace Repairs that Are So Expensive, You’re Better Off Replacing It

December 4th, 2023

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A furnace is like any other major appliance: while you might wish it could last forever and always work perfectly, the truth is that it will encounter problems at some point, and it will eventually need to be replaced. But unlike some other appliances, a furnace is truly necessary for your comfort and even, during the coldest winter weather, for your safety.

You can’t just hope for the best–eventually, you’ll need to make a choice that will keep your home safe and cozy. How can you tell whether the cost of a furnace repair is worth it, or whether it’s so expensive that you should replace the furnace instead? Here are some tips.

How to Avoid Heating Repairs with Routine Maintenance

November 20th, 2023

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As the weather gets chillier, you need to make sure your heating system is ready to handle the challenge of the coming winter. You don’t want to find that when you really need it to work, your heating system is struggling or just won’t come on.

There are many benefits to having your heating system maintained each year, ideally in the fall when it’s about to start working very hard. One of the best things about heating maintenance is that it dramatically reduces the risk that you’ll need heating repairs during the coming season. Here’s how.

4 Signs Your Furnace Needs Repair

November 6th, 2023

If you notice a small hole in a pair of pants, it might only require five minutes with a needle and thread, and you’ll be all set. If you ignore it and keep wearing the pants, the hole will surely get bigger. Pretty soon it will become a very large sewing project… or you might end up needing a new pair of pants.

This is true of all kinds of problems, including when your furnace needs repair. And since a furnace is a lot more expensive than a pair of pants, it’s all the more crucial that you get repairs as promptly as possible when they’re needed. To help you spot furnace issues early so you can get them fixed before major problems develop, we’ve got a handy list for you of things to watch out for.

4 Benefits of Late Season AC Maintenance

October 23rd, 2023

There are so many benefits to AC maintenance. Having your air conditioner professionally maintained every year improves efficiency, helps it work more effectively, cuts down on repair needs, and extends the life of the system. Most people have AC maintenance done shortly before their air conditioner’s hard-working summer season.

But does the timing of AC maintenance matter? Actually, the exact season when you get it done isn’t nearly as important as simply making sure it does get done. In fact, there are some particular benefits to having your AC maintenance done in the fall, when it’s just finished its strenuous summer workload.

Tips for Staying Warm When You’re Heater’s Out

October 9th, 2023

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Oh, no! Your heating system has completely broken down! Now you have to wait in winter weather for your HVAC technician as your home gets colder and colder! How will you manage?

It’s not enough to just say, “Just put on a sweater.” We’ve got some fantastic tips that can keep you and your family nice and warm while you’re waiting for heating repair.

The Best Air Conditioner to Beat the Texas Heat

September 25th, 2023

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As we reach the end of the summer, a lot of people are thinking about how well their air conditioner did (or didn’t do) at keeping the heat at bay this year. When air conditioners get older, they often don’t perform as well. If you’re considering AC replacement because your old air conditioner just isn’t cutting it, or it requires expensive repairs, what new system will you get?

In Texas, we need air conditioners that are prepared to work hard through long summers. What AC system will be best? Here are some recommendations.

Does Your AC or Your Thermostat Need Repair?

September 11th, 2023

An air conditioner breakdown in Texas, even as autumn approaches, is the kind of thing you don’t want to ever have to deal with! So if your air conditioner isn’t working, you should get AC repair right away.

But what if your air conditioner is actually working just fine? It’s possible that there’s nothing wrong with the AC. It might just be your thermostat that’s having a problem! Here’s what to look for.