Help! My Heat Pump Won’t Switch to Cooling Mode!

March 17th, 2025
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As temperatures rise, the last thing any homeowner wants is for their heat pump to refuse to switch to cooling mode. If you’ve set your thermostat to cool and your heat pump is still blowing warm air—or worse, doing nothing at all—there’s a good chance that your system’s reversing valve is malfunctioning.

The reversing valve is the component responsible for switching your heat pump between heating and cooling modes. When it stops working properly, your heat pump may get stuck in one mode, leaving you sweating through the summer or freezing in the winter. Fortunately, this issue can be fixed with professional heat pump repair.

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What Exactly Happens During AC Maintenance?

March 3rd, 2025
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We always encourage our customers to make sure they schedule an AC maintenance appointment every spring. This keeps the system in good shape so that it can run as efficiently as possible, cool your home as effectively as possible, and last for as long as possible. It also cuts down on repair needs by a whopping 85%, and keeps the air conditioner under warranty to help cover repair costs.

But why does it help so much? Why does it have to be done by a qualified HVAC technician? What exactly does your technician do during the process of AC maintenance? We’ll give you a quick rundown so you’ll know what to expect. When you’re ready to schedule AC maintenance in Toms River, NJ, we’re ready to help!

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What Makes a Heat Pump So Efficient?

February 17th, 2025
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Chances are, you’ve heard that you can improve your home’s efficiency and reduce your energy bills by getting a heat pump. Well, we’re here to confirm that this is true. However, since the average homeowner isn’t an HVAC technician, not everyone who mentions heat pump efficiency can tell you how these systems do what they do.

We believe that information is power, and that homeowners who know more about the systems in their homes can make well-informed choices that they’ll be happier with in the long run. So we’d like you to have the details. What exactly makes a heat pump so much more efficient than other systems? Let’s dig into the workings of heat pumps in Toms River, NJ.

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Treat Your Unhealthy Air W ith an Air Purifier

February 3rd, 2025
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As the winter drags on, and we stay cooped up with our stale sneezes and whatever germs the kids bring home from school, we’re at serious risk of getting sick. And we may have already used a lot of our personal time off, either because we were sick ourselves or because we were staying home to care for sick family members. What can we do about it?

The real problem is everything that’s floating around in your indoor air. But you can’t simply open all the windows in February to get fresh air. You’d freeze! To get your air clean, you need an air purifier in Toms River, NJ. How do they work? Do they really kill germs? Let’s take a close look.

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Noisy Heat: Is It the Furnace or the Ducts?

January 20th, 2025
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If you’re hearing a strange sound when you run your heat, it’s easy to assume that the furnace is the source of the problem. Here’s the tricky part: your furnace is connected to your home’s ducts, the same network your air conditioner uses to distribute the cooled air all summer. Noises that happen when your heat is running could be a sign you need furnace repair, but they could also be caused by a ductwork issue.

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Clues That a Furnace Is in Need of Repair

January 6th, 2025
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When you’ve got heating troubles, they can quickly worsen until your furnace just plain shuts down! Don’t get left in the cold this winter. As soon as something starts to go wrong with your heating system, get repairs. How can you tell that your furnace needs repair? We’ve got some clues for you to keep watch for. With furnace repair in Toms River, NJ, you can get those costs back down to normal, so don’t delay in getting the help you need. Here’s what you need to know.

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A Ductless Installation FAQ

December 23rd, 2024
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A ductless mini split with heat pump is an amazing way to get not just AC but also heating! This system is extremely efficient and works even at surprisingly low temperatures. However, it’s not as familiar to many people as central heat and air conditioning, so before you have this type of system installed, you’ve probably got some questions. We can tell you all about ductless systems, how they heat, and what the installation process is like.

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Furnace Service Keeps Your Family Safe

December 9th, 2024
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Your heating system is critical to your comfort and your well-being. To keep it running this winter, you’ve got to have maintenance done. This will cut down dramatically (by 85%!) on the repairs your heating system would otherwise need, plus cut your utility bills by improving efficiency. It will even help you keep that same system running for many more years, so you can put off replacing it. 

As great as all this sounds, there is one other reason for you to have this critical service done as soon as possible, and it is truly the most important reason. Without regular service, a heating system can become a safety risk. Furnace maintenance will keep you and your loved ones safe. Here’s how.

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Heating Tips for Your Mini Split

November 25th, 2024
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When you’re using a ductless heat pump mini split system for heat, it can be a little bit different from traditional furnace or boiler heating. There are things to keep in mind or be aware of that you haven’t had to think about with other heating systems. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here are our top tips for heating with your mini split, keeping cozy and comfortable and keeping the system in good condition. If you have any other questions or concerns about mini split heating in Point Pleasant, NJ, don’t hesitate to reach out.

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Heating System Lifespan Woes: Is It Time for a Replacement?

November 11th, 2024
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When you get a new heating system installed in your home, you breathe a sigh of relief. It’s over! You won’t have to worry about that again for a long, long time. But eventually you start to wonder. Just how long will it be until your heating system needs to be replaced again? How long do heating systems last?

We believe that people should have as much information as possible about their homes and the systems inside them. The more you know, the easier it is to make decisions that will keep you happy for as long as possible. We’ll tell you how long heating systems last, how to keep them in good condition, and how to determine when the time has come for heating system replacement.

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