Generally speaking, filters should be changed once a month, though it depends on the air quality inside of your home. HVAC systems using pleated filters may be able to go three months before needing a filter change.
Not necessarily. Your system should be sized for your home to properly cool and dehumidify.
With proper maintenance, it can last 10 to 15 years and possibly longer.
The system components need to be matched to work at their best. Plus, older systems may use a different refrigerant than newer equipment.
We recommend homeowners sign up for two checkups every year—one in the spring ahead of the hot summer months and one in the fall before winter sets in.
Your air filter will remove plenty of dust, pollen and other pollutants if you remember to clean or replace it regularly. If that’s not enough, Ferrara’s can install other products, such as UV lamps and air purifiers, to destroy germs, bacteria and other harmful microbes.
A heat pump transfers heat between two places. In the summer, it pulls heat out of your house and forces it outside, leaving your indoor space cool. In winter, it draws warm air inside so you stay nice and toasty.
Set your thermostat to a temperature you find comfortable. For the best energy savings, remember to lower it a few degrees in the winter or raise it a few degrees in the summer. Bigger swings in temperature will strain your HVAC system when you return, wiping out your energy savings.
R-22 has been phased out. It can still be used, but several replacements are available at a lower cost.
This may be a sign of duct work problems or improperly designed duct work. A Ferrara’s technician can inspect your system and determine the best way to improve the airflow in your property.
Dry air can be uncomfortable, create static electricity and potentially lead to sinus problems. Humidifiers pump moisture into the air to avoid those problems. They’re especially useful in the winter months when the air is driest.
No. Electricity is needed to operate valves and motors in the furnace.
Several things can lead to ice forming on your AC, including dirty filters or coils, low refrigerant levels and failed blowers.
Our set prices allow us to provide more accurate job estimates. Hourly billing can lead to surprise bills if a project takes longer than expected.
We mainly install Trane and Ruud products, but our experienced technicians can service all brands.
