HVAC FAQs

A: A standard throw away filter should be changed about every 2 months.an electronic filter should be washed every month. Some high efficiency 5in. Filters can be changed annually.

A: Yes. These thermostats can save energy by lowering or ratsing the temperature of a house while you are away during the day or set back at night. However it is not recommended to set the temperature more than 4-5 degrees because it could take it several hours to catch up.

A: Yes, it is normal for the outdoor heat pump to run during the winter because it is the source of your heating and cooling
A: Yes it is. This is called the defrost cycle. Heatpumps must do this to get rid of ice accumulation. After this has been done the unit will go back to normal operation.
A: No, not necessarily. There are many minor repairs that can be made in some cases.
A: Studies have shown that the ideal temperature setting for summer months is 75 degrees and the ideal setting for winter months is 70. However, individual comfort levels may differ.