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Transitioning Your Heat Pump

January 23, 2025

One reason Florida homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace and air conditioning system, you can simply transition your heat pump from the heat setting to the cooling setting and vice versa as seasons warrant.

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Thermostat 101 Basics

January 15, 2025

In the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry, your thermostat is the undisputed leader of the heating and cooling team. It signals your furnace and air conditioner (AC) when to turn on and off. Whenever your thermostat detects a temperature change that’s different from the desired setting in your Midway home, it barks out a new directive to adjust the indoor climate.

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Duct Cleaning & Indoor Air Quality Services in Crawfordville, FL by Sterling Service

January 1, 2025

Duct Cleaning & Indoor Air Quality Services in by Cleaner Air, Healthier Comfort for Crawfordville Homes Indoor air quality plays a major role in home comfort and health-especially in humid, allergen-heavy environments like Crawfordville. Over time, dust, debris, allergens, and moisture can build up inside ductwork and HVAC systems, impacting air quality and system performance.…

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Furnace Services in Crawfordville, FL by Sterling Service

December 25, 2024

Reliable Heating Solutions for Homes While winters in Florida are generally mild, a properly working furnace is still essential for comfort, safety, and energy efficiency during cold snaps in . Furnaces that sit idle for long periods can develop hidden issues that surface when temperatures drop, making professional service critical for safe and reliable operation.…

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Heat Pump Services in Crawfordville, FL by Sterling Service

December 24, 2024

Energy-Efficient Heating & Cooling Solutions for Crawfordville Homes Heat pump systems are an efficient, all-in-one solution for both heating and cooling-making them an ideal choice for homes in . Designed to move heat rather than generate it, heat pumps provide reliable comfort while helping reduce energy usage throughout the year. provides professional heat pump services…

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Why Air Duct Cleaning Is Important

December 23, 2024

Essentially, the air in your Crawfordville home is carried to and from your lungs back to the HVAC system. Air ducts are the paths traveled by the air, meaning it’s optimum for the traveling air to be as clean as possible, because the air can pick up any particles or debris in the ducts and carry it straight to you.

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Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?

December 5, 2024

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Tallahassee home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room, causing spotty heating or cooling.

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Tallahassee Winter Readiness Guide: Protecting Your Furnace from Humidity Damage

November 30, 2024

How Florida’s Moist Climate Impacts Furnaces – and Why a Pre-Winter 21-Point Inspection Matters When homeowners think about winter heating issues, corrosion usually isn’t top of mind. But in Tallahassee, humidity-driven corrosion is one of the leading causes of furnace breakdowns-often long before cold weather arrives. This guide explains how Florida’s climate affects furnaces, what…

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Why Is My Thermostat Blank?

November 22, 2024

It is an “Oh no!” moment when you approach your home’s thermostat and see its screen is blank.

Is it serious? Does it mean your furnace, heat pump, or air conditioning is broken? Not necessarily. In fact, most of the time, it is something minor and can be easily fixed.

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What Is a Heat Pump?

November 11, 2024

Heat pumps are much more efficient, using up to 50 percent less energy than furnaces or baseboard heaters, according to the US DOE.

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