Mack Morris Heating & Air Conditioning Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Charlottesville’

Your Heater Shouldn’t Make These Sounds

Monday, January 10th, 2022

When you run your heating system, do you notice that it has started to become noisier than it used to be? Yes, the whoosh of warm air flowing through the system is still present, but there are some new and somewhat concerning noises to accompany it. This isn’t good, but thankfully it is a solvable issue.

A system that has begun to create a ruckus while in operation is one that needs heater repair in Charlottesville, VA. If this is happening with your system, we have good news! We can provide the heating system repairs that address the noise and get them to stop. Read on to find out which sounds should alert you to a problem in your heater.

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Why Late Maintenance Is Still Worth It

Monday, December 13th, 2021

furnace-gas-burnersThinking about gifts? Why not treat your heater to some much-needed care? Maintenance isn’t exactly a spa day, but it is almost like one … for your heater at least. We realize it sounds odd, but maintenance can bring new life to your heating system.

You may wonder if it isn’t too late for heating maintenance in Charlottesville, VA. Good news: if your heater is still running, you have time! As in, you have time to schedule this service now before your heater actually does give out. You’ll be glad to know that your heater will still benefit from a tune-up too, even if it is late.

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3 Reasons to Schedule Heating Maintenance With Us

Monday, October 18th, 2021

Feel that chill creeping up your spine? Not to worry, it isn’t a ghost, just a cold breeze coming through. It is the fall season, after all. Things are going to start getting a lot chiller around here soon. Is your home prepared to keep you warm when temperatures outside get uncomfortable?

We are absolutely on board with fluffy socks, warm sweaters, and good, hot drinks to help keep warm. However, you will still need help from your heater at least some of the time in the coming months. Getting one of our technicians to your home to provide heater maintenance in Charlottesville, VA is a great way to ensure it is up to the task of keeping your home comfortable.

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5 Signs You Need a New Air Conditioner

Monday, August 23rd, 2021

dirty-old-acFall is coming up, but that does not mean now is the time to forget about your AC system. This is especially true if you seem to be having problems with your air conditioner. In fact, if you’ve had your cooling system for a long time and you are starting to notice that it is having consistent trouble, you may need to start preparing for something more than just repairs.

No one wants to have to replace their air conditioner. But the reality is that one day you will have to get rid of your old system and have a newer, more efficient one installed. How do you know the time has come for your AC? Watch out for these indicators.

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Your Thermostat May Be Causing Your Comfort Troubles

Monday, July 26th, 2021

finger-on-thermostatIt is frustrating to discover that you can’t keep your home comfortable on a hot day. You have a central AC or heat pump specifically because you want to be able to keep your home cool when temperatures outside are too high. It makes sense that you’d feel upset when this system fails you.

Sometimes the issue lies with your air conditioner, but other times you may actually need a thermostat repair in Charlottesville, VA. Your thermostat is responsible for providing instructions to your air conditioner to cool the home off so if something goes wrong with this Control Center, it’s will negatively affect your comfort.

Let’s look at some of the signs that you may have a thermostat in need of repair so you know when to reach out for professional service.

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What You Should Know About Energy Recovery Ventilatiors

Monday, July 12th, 2021

After spending days or weeks on end cooped up indoors with the AC running, you may notice that the air in the house gets a little stale. You aren’t imagining this sensation: overly filtered air can be uncomfortable, even if it is cool. Logic says that you can solve this issue by opening a window and letting some fresh air in—but if the air outside is swelteringly hot and humid, doing so can ruin your comfort.

So how can you address this problem? The best solution is to look into options for a system that can improve your indoor air quality in Charlottesville, VA without ruining your temperature control. We have just the thing for you: an energy recovery ventilator.

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It Isn’t Too Late to Schedule a Tune-up

Monday, June 28th, 2021

Summer is here! This means more time spent by the community pool, longer nights spent with friends on the porch, and more hours spent outdoors enjoying the warmer weather. One thing that can ruin your enjoyment of the summer season though is an air conditioner that isn’t working properly.

There is a way to avoid the hassle of poor home cooling though: schedule AC maintenance in Charlottesville, VA with a professional team like ours. Even though summer has already started, this service can still prove helpful in the months to come.

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Why Your AC Filter Is So Important

Monday, May 17th, 2021

man-with-filterThere are plenty of different parts that play a vital role in the operation of your air conditioner. While some parts are a bit more vital to the system, there are others that end up being undervalued for the role they play. We find that the air filter is often in this underestimated category.

The air filter in your air conditioner serves to protect the internal workings of your system. It might not seem like much, but the dirt and debris that it captures could easily have a catastrophic impact on your AC. Read on to discover why your air filter is so important and what can happen when you neglect it.

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Choosing a New Air Conditioner

Monday, April 19th, 2021

Are you fed up with the warm airflow of your air conditioner? Is your bank breaking with the constant visits of the repairing team?

If any of this sounds like you, you may need a new air conditioner. Getting a new air conditioner may be a hassle if you’re new to this. However, you can read this article to avoid the hassle.

Here are the basics of what you need to know before buying a new air conditioner:

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Poor Airflow = Poor Heating

Monday, March 8th, 2021

filter-ductTemperatures are likely to start warming up in the next few weeks. But that does not mean that we should be shutting down our heating systems just yet. We may still be in for some chilly nights, and you’ll want to make sure your heater is on stand-by. Of course part of that is making sure that your heating system is able to operate effectively and efficiently when you need it to.

If there is something messing with the airflow into or out of your heater this can affect your comfort in a bad way. We want to cover why the airflow for your heater is important and what might be messing with it. Doing this will make sure you will know when to reach out for professional heater repair in Charlottesville, VA. Some of this information can even be applied to benefit your air conditioner too!

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