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Ever noticed that your house is too hot in some rooms and too cold in others? Or maybe you saw your energy bills soar through the roof? Well, my friend, you might have a furnace size that’s not quite for your home. Having the right size furnace in your Birmingham, AL home helps keep you comfortable and helps your furnace run efficiently. An incorrectly sized furnace can cause uneven heating, higher energy bills, and the

Birmingham Homeowner’s Furnace Maintenance Guide Brr! Feel that chill in the air? Yep, winter’s sneaking up on us, and you know what that means – it’s time to give your trusty furnace a little TLC. Look, I get it. Furnace maintenance isn’t exactly the most exciting thing on your to-do list. But trust me, showing your furnace a little love now can save you from chattering teeth and sky-high heating bills later. So, grab a

Thinking about switching to an air source heat pump? Smart move! Air source heat pumps pull heat from the outside air—even when it’s cold—and transfer it inside during winter. In the summer, they work in reverse, removing heat from your home to keep it cool. Installing a heat pump can cut your energy bills and help reduce your carbon footprint. This HVAC system offers an efficient alternative to traditional options and it can even work alongside

Is your heat pump giving you the cold shoulder (or maybe not enough cold)? Don’t sweat it – we’ve all been there. Whether it’s the dead of winter or the height of summer, a heat pump that won’t turn on is enough to make anyone break out in a nervous sweat. From faulty components to electrical issues, there are several reasons why a heat pump might not turn on. The techs at Service Minds One

Common Airborne Allergens Ever feel like you’re in a constant battle with the air around you? You’re enjoying our beautiful sunshine one minute, and the next, you’re sneezing your head off. Well, you’re not alone! Let’s chat about those pesky airborne allergens that love to crash our Alabama paradise party. Let’s explore how we can help you breathe easier and have a better indoor air quality. The Usual Suspects: Our Alabama Airborne Allergens Lineup Pollen:

What’s a UV Air Filter? Let’s chat about something that might sound like sci-fi but is actually pretty cool (pun intended)—UV air filters! UV Air Filters improve indoor air quality in your home. So, what’s the deal with UV air filters? Imagine having a tiny sun inside your AC. Sounds wild, right? But that’s basically what a UV air filter is! It’s like giving your air a superhero sidekick that zaps all the nasty germs,

How to Maintain Your Home’s AC Unit Let’s talk about one of the real MVPs of surviving those brutal summer months: your home’s air conditioning unit. Keeping that bad boy in tip-top shape is a clutch for making sure you can chill in maximum comfort without getting heat-stroked. You might be thinking, “I ain’t no HVAC tech!” And that’s fair. But believe it or not, there’s a bunch of easy AC maintenance you can handle

What is Done During an AC Maintenance Appointment? Hey there! Many of you probably think, “My AC seems to be running just fine; why should I bother getting it serviced?” Let me put it to you this way – just because your car seems to be driving smoothly doesn’t mean you can skip all those pesky oil changes and tune-ups, right? You need to schedule an AC maintenance yearly to avoid AC problems. Same deal

How Often Should I Get My AC Tuned Up? Hey there! Can I get a warm front for all my friends out there sweatin’ it out when summer comes knockin’? We’ve all been there – cranking that AC up to 11, praying it’ll keep our cribs cool and comfortable. But real talk, how often should you get that bad boy AC unit maintained, serviced and tuned up? Let’s break it down. The Yearly Checkup Here’s

What’s the Deal with Freon, R410a, and R454b? Let’s talk about something that might not sound like the most exciting topic, but trust me, it’s actually super important—especially if you want to keep your crib nice and frosty without frying the planet. I’m talking about those funky refrigerants used in air conditioning units. More specifically, the differences between old-school Freon, the modern R410a, and the new kid on the block, R454b. So upgrading isn’t just