Covenant Heating and Cooling Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Nashville’

Dual Fuel Systems Pros and Cons

Monday, February 27th, 2023

As the winter draws to a close, you probably have a good idea of how well your heating system did over the winter. Was its performance lackluster? Do you suspect that the need for a replacement is in your home’s near future?

Although planning to replace your heating system can be a daunting task, the good news is that there are a lot of options when it comes to heating your home. Dual fuel systems in Nashville, TN could provide the perfect solution to your home comfort. Read on to learn more about these remarkable systems

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Duct Cleaning and Your Health in the New Year

Monday, January 30th, 2023
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Most New Year’s resolutions are related to health. Losing weight and exercising more are common goals but what a lot of people don’t think about are the less-than-obvious ways to be healthy. 

For example, have you ever thought about the quality of the air you breathe in your very home? Studies have shown that indoor air quality (IAQ) is often worse inside a home than the air outside. Read on to learn more about how poor indoor air quality can affect your health and how duct cleaning in Nashville, TN can help.

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5 Signs You Need Heating Repair

Monday, January 16th, 2023
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A home’s heating system performs a thankless job. Day in and day out, it tirelessly labors to keep your home warm and cozy. As homeowners, you depend on your heater to work when you need it to. 

Another nice thing that heaters do for homeowners is that they let you know when they’re struggling to do their jobs. They’ll make some strange noises, emit some unusual smells, and engage in some strange behaviors such as short cycling. Let’s review these 4 signs you need heating repair in Nashville, TN so you’ll know when to call for service and get your heater back to quietly and effortlessly performing its job. 

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Benefits of Solar Attic Fan Installation

Monday, December 5th, 2022

Your home’s attic is probably a dusty, disorganized place that you rarely visit, let alone think about. But did you know that paying a little attention to your attic could result in a lot of household benefits?

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When it comes to your home’s overall operation, many people overlook the role that the attic plays and pay more attention to major players such as your HVAC system, roofing, and plumbing. Attic fan installation in Nashville, TN benefits your home’s other systems by decreasing cooling costs and increasing your HVAC system’s efficiency. Here’s how. 

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The Best Way to Prevent Heating Repairs

Monday, October 24th, 2022
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Fall is guaranteed to bring many things: trick-or-treaters, pumpkin spice lattes, and the transition from using your air conditioner to using your furnace. It’s also the best time of the year to schedule heating maintenance. Why is that? Now’s the ideal time to get ahead of any potential issues. You don’t want to discover on that first really cold day of the year that your furnace has decided to leave you in the cold!

Besides, there are many benefits of heating maintenance. If you can’t remember the last time your heater was serviced or you haven’t scheduled routine maintenance, read on to discover why it’s so important.

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Questionable Noises Your Air Conditioner Should Never Make

Monday, May 9th, 2022
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When your air conditioner runs, it isn’t completely silent. You may hear a majority of sounds when your unit turns on and off. Minimal noise is usually OK, but there are some sounds that indicate something is wrong. But how do you know the difference between good and bad sounds coming from your air conditioner? 

There are five sounds your air conditioning unit should never make. If you hear one of these sounds, it’s time to call in an expert. A certified air conditioning technician can troubleshoot the sounds to determine the cause and fix the problem. Addressing concerns early on can help to prevent additional damage to your unit. 

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Everything You Should Know About Whole-House Generators

Monday, April 11th, 2022
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If you’re considering a generator for your home, you have two choices: A stand-alone portable generator or a whole-house generator. Portable generators may seem like a simple choice, but they can be costly and potentially dangerous to operate. The alternative is a whole-house generator that is ready to switch on automatically whenever the need arises.

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Signs Your Furnace Needs an Upgrade

Monday, February 14th, 2022
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With proper maintenance, your furnace will last 15-20 years. But over time its performance may slow down. Changes can happen so gradually that you may not even notice the signs that you need to upgrade your furnace. 

It’s important to upgrade your furnace before it stops working completely. You don’t want to be stuck in the winter scrambling for a furnace replacement. We know that the decision to replace your furnace is a big one – and it can be expensive. 

We are here to help with five signs that your furnace may need replacing soon. If you have questions, give our team a call for an in-home consultation and quote. Planning ahead can help you feel more prepared when the time does come to replace your furnace. 

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Help Your Furnace Work More Efficiently By…

Monday, December 20th, 2021
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Saving money doesn’t always seem so easy, right? Especially when temperatures drop and you have to use your furnace daily in order to keep yourself and your family comfortable. The fact of the matter is, HVAC systems use up about half of all your home’s energy use. This doesn’t mean, however, that things are hopeless. There are absolutely ways to use your furnace more efficiently than you are now, and by doing so you can help reduce your energy bills.

Read on as we cover how to improve heating efficiency with a few easy-to-follow tips. Some of these cost you nothing at all!

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Avoiding Excessive Pressure in Your Water Heater

Monday, November 8th, 2021
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If you have a tank water heater in your home, then you can probably understand why excessive water pressure would be a problem. While it’s extremely rare for a water heater to blow up, excessive water pressure can and does lead to corrosion and leaks that are fatal for the system, and also leave you with a headache of a mess and probably property damage to deal with too.

Nobody wants gallons of water seeping through their garage or living space because of a water heater that built up too much pressure. So, how do you avoid this? Well, the answer is simple–by scheduling routine water heater maintenance. This allows our professionals to check 1. a very important component called the anode rod and 2. if your water heater has a scaling problem.

Read on to learn more!

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