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What is a Heat Pump – and How to Determine If It is the Right Heating and Cooling Solution for You?

What is a Heat Pump – and How to Determine If It is the Right Heating and Cooling Solution for You? 150 150 Lewis Comfort Control

Almost every home in Nashville relies on an HVAC system to cool the interior environment in the summer and provide heat in the winter. This is possible with two separate units – an air conditioning and a furnace – or through the use of a single heat pump. A heat pump can be an efficient and effective climate control solution for homes in Nashville when you are in need of a new HVAC option. Here…

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Recharging Your AC – When and How to Recharge Refrigerant

Recharging Your AC – When and How to Recharge Refrigerant 150 150 Lewis Comfort Control

Refrigerant is a key component of a central air system that helps move hot air out so that the AC can return cooler air back into your home. When there is not enough refrigerant, the unit is not able to cool as effectively, if at all. Adding new refrigerant to the system, or recharging it, is the way to get the system the refrigerant it needs to get back to proper functioning. These are the…

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Understanding the Cost of AC Replacement

Understanding the Cost of AC Replacement 150 150 Lewis Comfort Control

Replacing an AC unit is almost always a significant investment and the initial cost generally makes this a larger purchase. But because the right AC installed by an experienced and professional team will last for many years and often result in energy savings, the cost is justified. When your existing air conditioning unit is no longer working efficiently, understanding the pricing for air conditioning replacement and the different factors that will contribute to your final…

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When to Turn Off Your Heating System in the Spring

When to Turn Off Your Heating System in the Spring 150 150 Lewis Comfort Control

As temperatures get warmer in the spring, you can do a full shutdown of your heating system. This offers the benefits of reduced energy use and lower bills during the summer, and it prevents the furnace from accidentally coming on if someone changes your thermostat settings. But you should not shut down the system too early since turning it back on will be a challenge if temperatures drop again. These are the basic guidelines for…

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How to Optimally Use Your Dehumidifier in Nashville

How to Optimally Use Your Dehumidifier in Nashville 150 150 Lewis Comfort Control

Many homeowners in Nashville consider a dehumidifier a must to make it through the hot and humid summer days. Both a portable dehumidifier and whole house system will help your home feel cooler and more comfortable when there is extra humidity from the air. You can increase how well your dehumidifier works by adjusting the way you use it, giving you more efficient cooling with lower energy costs. Getting an Optimal Performance with a Dehumidifier…

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Improving Your Indoor Air Quality with Your Spring Cleaning Routine

Improving Your Indoor Air Quality with Your Spring Cleaning Routine 150 150 Lewis Comfort Control

Day to day activities in your home will naturally lead to a buildup of debris. Dust, pet dander, mold spores, and a range of other particles that we deal with daily in our homes are all common irritants and most often responsible for cases of indoor allergies. These particles can stay on surfaces and in air ducts, and every time your AC is on, they will blow throughout your home, causing further irritation. Spring cleaning…

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Benefits of a Ductless Air Conditioning System and Why It Might be Right for Your Property

Benefits of a Ductless Air Conditioning System and Why It Might be Right for Your Property 150 150 Lewis Comfort Control

Ductless ACs are an increasingly popular method of keeping homes in Nashville cool. Unlike the expansive system of ducts required to carry air from a central unit to the various rooms of your home,  a ductless AC has a wall mounted unit indoors that connects directly to the outside compressor. Ductless ACs are often a good way to supplement your central AC or, in some smaller properties, replace it entirely. When you are considering installing…

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How to Prepare Your AC for Summer

How to Prepare Your AC for Summer 150 150 Lewis Comfort Control

Although the official start of summer is still a few months off, the weather in Nashville is already warming up. Before you turn on your AC this spring, make sure that it is ready for hot weather. Taking steps now to prepare your AC will guarantee that it is able to keep you cool and run as efficiently as possible to save you on energy costs. The first step is to keep air filters clean.…

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How to Make Your Heat Pump More Efficient

How to Make Your Heat Pump More Efficient 150 150 Lewis Comfort Control

A heat pump is already one of the most eco-friendly and cost effective ways to heat or cool your home in Nashville by drawing in heat from the outdoors to disperse throughout your home in the winter or funneling heat from inside your home back outdoors during the summer. Heat pumps can keep your home comfortable in any season without using an excessive amount of electricity or gas as other HVAC systems do. But there…

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Why Furnaces in Nashville Malfunction?

Why Furnaces in Nashville Malfunction? 150 150 Lewis Comfort Control

There are a range of issues that could occur when a furnace malfunctions. Cold air, not enough air, weird noises, and strange sounds are all common occurrences that homeowners experience in Nashville with their gas furnaces. Many of these issues require professional furnace repair for a safe and reliable service, but understanding what the initial cause was may help you prevent similar issues in the future and get a better understanding of how your appliances…

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