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This week was the Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty Annual Award Luncheon at the Mariott Southpoint, Jacksonville. Great information was shared, especially about social media and impact to small businesses.
McGowan's Heating & Air Conditioning gave away a 1 year Preferred Customer Service Agreement. The proud winner is Shannon from Jacksonville. She'll receive all the benefits. Full details here
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Happy Valentine's Day from McGowan's Heating and Air Conditioning!
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For more information about finding the right heating and air conditioning repair company in Jacksonville that will see to all your heating and cooling needs, as well as more maintenance tips on ensuring your furnace lasts for years, head to the pages below. McGowan's Heating and Air Conditioning has been Jacksonville's best HVAC company for almost 40 years, and are dedicated to giving you the absolute best HVAC service, so give us a call today at (904) 278-0339 for more information on how we can meet your HVAC needs.
- Check out this article from MSN Real Estate to see why experience, licensing, and locality are important in a good contractor.
- Get an idea of how your furnace works, whether it’s gas, oil, or electric, on this page from EnergySavers.gov.
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Contrary to popular belief, it isn’t more efficient to set your thermostat at a single setting around the clock—in fact, it can waste energy. When most homes were equipped with single set-point thermostats, it was advisable to leave it at or around 68 degrees all the time, which was too warm when the home was empty and uncomfortable when everyone was at home.
This video explains the advantages of using a programmable thermostat for increased efficiency without sacrificing comfort. By keeping your home lower than 68 while you’re away, the saved energy allows you to enjoy a more comfortable temperature when you return. Another way to heat and cool more efficiently is to check your insulation and weather stripping for effective home sealing.
To learn more about staying energy-efficient during the heating season, contact the best Jacksonville HVAC company, McGowan’s Heating & Air Conditioning, at (904) 278-0339.
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Regular maintenance is the key to longevity and efficient operation for home furnaces. With the right steps taken at home and routine care provided by your heating and air conditioning service, your furnace will operate at its peak and last as long as possible. Read on to see what types of maintenance you can perform at home and when you should have a HVAC company care for your furnace.
Perform Basic Furnace Maintenance
At least once every month, check your furnace air filter. Depending on how dusty your neighborhood is, how often you vacuum, and whether you have pets, you may need to change your air filter as often as once a month or as little as every other month. Some high-efficiency filters last longer, but keep in mind that a dirty air filter reduces airflow, allows particles to enter the sensitive blower motor area of your furnace, and doesn’t clear your home’s air of pollutants and allergens as effectively as a clean one.
Schedule Regular Inspections
Have your furnace inspected at least once a year by a professional furnace and A/C repair company. These annual inspections include tune-up services that bring a furnace back to life from its dormant state at the beginning of the heating season, and can help to spot minor issues before they’re allowed to become major problems.
Handle Repairs Quickly
Every now and then, your furnace may require attention from your heating and air conditioning company. By having it inspected every year, you can avoid most problems, but on occasion a belt may fray or a connection may loosen, causing noisy operation and inefficiency. Always have issues seen to as quickly as possible to avoid interruptions in service and damage to your furnace. For safety reasons, check the pilot light on fuel-burning furnaces regularly to ensure that your home will be kept safe from the dangers of carbon monoxide.
McGowan’s Heating & Air Conditioning can help your furnace stay efficient and run smoothly for season after season. To schedule service with us, call (904) 278-0339, or visit our website to explore our full range of repair and maintenance areas.
