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Can Heating Maintenance Really Save You Money?

September 8th, 2015

Heating technicians throughout the area are encouraging customers to take the time now to get their heating systems into shape for the wintertime. Most HVAC companies offer a heating maintenance service that involves an inspection of the heating system as well as a tune-up of major and minor components.

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Why It’s a Good Idea to Start Thinking About Your Heating System Today

August 31st, 2015

Temperatures are generally still a bit higher than is comfortable, which makes it hard to imagine that cooler weather is approaching. When you’re still going inside to turn on the AC and beat the 80°+ weather, your heating system might be the last thing on your mind. But maintaining your heating system today can actually save you a whole lot of money and hassle later on.

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Do You Need to “Top Off” the Refrigerant in Your AC?

August 24th, 2015

Your home air conditioning system has a number of parts and components that work together to cool you off. But the one you may have heard the most about is refrigerant (though you might have heard it referred to as Freon). Refrigerant is a chemical blend that flows through your inside and outside components and exchanges heat from place to place, and a lack of refrigerant can contribute to troubles cooling your home.

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3 Signs You Need a Second Opinion from an Air Conditioning Technician

August 17th, 2015

At Robbins Heating & Air Conditioning, we pride ourselves on our work, our honesty, and our commitment to the craft. Unfortunately, not every technician can boast so much attention to detail and quality customer service. If your air conditioning technician makes any of the following mistakes, it may be time to seek a second opinion. Read on for more details.

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Why Does It Cost So Much to Run My Air Conditioner?

August 10th, 2015

It takes a lot of energy to run an air conditioner, but today’s high efficiency systems are designed to make a noticeable impact on your bills. But even the best air conditioners cannot conserve energy if you do not take proper care to keep them maintained. Here are a few reasons your air conditioner may be costing more to run than you would expect, and what you can do about it.

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Why Are the Rooms in My Home Different Temperatures?

August 3rd, 2015

The main benefit of central AC is that a single system can control the temperature throughout the entire home. But this is sometimes its biggest problem as well. In some cases, it’s difficult to get the temperature to be consistent throughout the entire home because the house has an extensive floorplan or because some of the rooms are designed to be taller or wider than others. So what should you do?

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Manage Your Home with a Home Automation System from Nexia

July 27th, 2015

Your life is busy, and you can easily forget to do some of the smaller tasks that help to keep your home safe, secure, and energy efficient. Forgetting to shut off the light switch and the AC from time to time can have a major impact on your energy bills. And leaving a door unlocked or forgetting to close the garage door can keep you worried all day and night. Manage these parts of your home and more by having a professional technician install a home automation system, which can be operated right from your smart phone.

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My Air Conditioner Isn’t Very Old: Do I Need to Schedule Service?

July 20th, 2015

We like to inform our customers about the benefits of scheduling annual maintenance for their air conditioners. Professional maintenance becomes particularly important as an air conditioner ages, but should you schedule service if yours is only a few years old?

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Keep Allergies Under Control with a Whole-Home Indoor Air Quality System

July 13th, 2015

It’s tough when you just cannot seem to catch a break from your seasonal allergy symptoms. You may attribute many of your allergy symptoms to outdoor air quality, but would you guess that the air in your home may be just as contaminated, if not more so?

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4 Things You Should Know about Installing a New Air Conditioner

July 6th, 2015

So you’ve decided it’s time to spring for a new air conditioner. This is a great choice for any homeowner spending way too much on energy costs or to repair a faulty system far too often. But the process is probably a little stressful if you’re just starting out. Here are some things you should know about installing a new air conditioner that may make the process go a lot more smoothly.

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