What Does an AFUE Rating Mean?
What is an AFUE rating for heating equipment and why should it matter to Montgomery area homeowners? In our most recent blog, the technicians at Hans Heating and Air explain this important HVAC industry measure [...]
Is My HVAC Unit ENERGY STAR Approved?
Energy efficiency is important when purchasing new heating and cooling equipment. In the HVAC industry, we use various ratings to measure the energy efficiency of different systems. The Environmental Protection Agency created a program called [...]
What’s Included in a Fall Furnace Tune Up?
As the summer days slowly slip away and make way for the return of fall, homeowners across Central Alabama begin to prepare for the colder months ahead. One of the most important steps homeowners in [...]
Don’t Forget about Your Heat Pump: How Often Does It Need Maintenance?
Heat pumps are a great addition to your Alabama home, as they are a reliable and energy-efficient alternative to air conditioners and furnaces. Unlike traditional HVAC systems, heat pumps provide both cooling and heating and [...]
What Are the Benefits of Custom Ductwork?
When installing a new forced air HVAC system for a newly built property or replacing the HVAC system infrastructure in an older home, custom ductwork offers benefits you won’t find with prefabricated ducts. Learn about [...]
Do Air Purifiers Work for Pet Allergies?
Many homeowners in Montgomery, Alabama, couldn't imagine their lives without a few furry friends to keep them company at home. However, for those of us with pet allergies, even visiting a home with pets for [...]
Tips for Hiring a Reputable HVAC Company
Hiring an HVAC company often feels like a challenge to homeowners who encounter their first need for a heating and cooling professional. There are many companies in the area that provide HVAC services – how [...]
Should I Have Air Filters in My Home Vents?
“Do I need air filters in my home vents?” It’s a common question we hear from Montgomery, AL, area homeowners, especially those who are used to the traditional furnace filters and have learned about the [...]
What Can You Do to Control the Humidity Levels in Your Home?
We don’t need to remind you how hot summers are in Central Alabama. Not only can they be as hot as an oven – with temperatures reaching triple digits on several occasions – they can [...]
How to Prevent and Check for HVAC Storm Damage
Hurricane season – which runs from June through November – can have a devastating impact on home’s in Montgomery, AL. Hurricanes and tropical storms are frequent occurrences during the summers and falls and can lead [...]
Why Is My Air Conditioner Making a Pulsating Noise?
Your air conditioning system can make some loud and unusual noises when it’s not operating properly. Whether it's clicking, clanking or banging sounds – you should have them inspected as soon as possible. Not only [...]
What Is a Heat Pump System?
You may have heard the term “heat pump” before, but maybe you aren’t sure exactly what these systems do and how they operate. By the time you’re finished reading this article, you’ll know all about [...]