Mike Smith Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Swartz’

Repair That Old Heating System, or Replace It?

Monday, November 4th, 2024
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Ah, a beautiful Louisiana autumn. It’s such a gorgeous time of year. Finally, the heat has let up, and we can enjoy ourselves outdoors in golden light and crisp breezes! But don’t forget, autumn doesn’t last long, and pretty soon, you’ll be waking up very chilly one morning and hoping your heating system will still work. And what if it doesn’t?

If you’ve got an old heating system, and it needs to be repaired, and cold weather is coming fast, you’ve got a big decision to make. Should you repair that old heating system? Or would that be a waste of money? Should you just move on, and replace it with a new system? Here’s how to choose.

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Your End-of-Summer HVAC To-Do List

Monday, September 23rd, 2024
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It might still be hot out there, but there’s no doubt: the summer is coming to an end, and you will be needing to prepare for fall and winter in the not-too-distant future. This can mean a lot of different things, whether that’s garden work, cleaning leaves out of your gutters, or getting ready to host autumn family gatherings. But taking care of your HVAC system should be a top priority!

It might not be at the top of your mind, as you use your AC less and less and spend more time outdoors enjoying the cooler breezes, but your HVAC system needs your attention at this time of year. What should be on your end-of-summer HVAC to-do list? We’ll spell it out for you.

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It’s Time for a New High-Efficiency Air Conditioner!

Monday, August 12th, 2024
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Your AC system is far from new. You’ve been wondering how much longer you should wait before deciding to retire it and have a new one installed. We’ve got news for you: it’s time, and you’ll be so happy with your decision. We’ve got tips for determining that your old air conditioner needs replacing as well as info on the great new high-efficiency AC systems. 

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4 Signs Your Heat Pump Needs Repair

Monday, June 17th, 2024
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If your heat pump is struggling with a problem, it needs repair right away. If you put off getting the repairs your heat pump needs, you’ll end up with bigger problems: poorer performance, higher electric bills, more serious repair needs, and more. So you have to spot the signs that your heat pump is in trouble right away. What are the signs of a heat pump in need of repair? Read on to find out.

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Get Ready for Your New AC Installation

Monday, May 6th, 2024
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Having a brand-new air conditioner for the start of a long, hot Louisiana summer is going to be wonderful. Your timing couldn’t be better. But when’s the last time you went through the process of having an air conditioner installed? It may have been many years. You might never have done this before! In that case, you’ll have some questions.

What are the steps in AC installation? How long will it take to get your old system out and your new one up and running? What can you do to prepare for your AC installation, so that it goes as quickly and smoothly as possible? We’ve got all the info you need right here.

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