In order to maximize longevity and keep an item or an asset operating at its peak ability, preventive maintenance is needed to accomplish that goal. Preventive maintenance, also known as preventative maintenance, is one of the most important responsibilities for our valued assets, and also one of the most neglected. Have you ever seen a …
Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to use one unit to provide both your cooling needs and heating needs? In a sense, you’d be able to pay for the price of just one system but get the benefits of two systems! Well, this is what heat pumps provide. But, there is a catch. Heat …
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When it comes to purchasing a new HVAC system for our home or business, we like to know how much it’s going to cost upfront. And with good reason. Purchasing a new HVAC system and having it installed can be pretty expensive. I’m guessing that most of you reading this post are probably looking for …
When it comes to the gas furnace vs electric furnace debate, there are supporters on both sides. But is there a clear cut better choice? To answer that I would say that the majority of people, and experts, would say that gas furnaces are the better choice. That doesn’t necessarily mean that it is the …
At Cagle Service, we spend a lot of time sharing helpful information on how to save energy when it comes to our heating and air systems. We do this for a good reason. For most of us, our heating and air conditioning expenses make up the largest portion of our utility bills. So why not …
The main reason that people consider a high efficiency furnace is savings. Savings on our energy bill typically translates to savings in our bank account. Who doesn’t want that? I know I do! But how much savings can be expected by switching to a high efficiency furnace? A savings of at least 10% can be …
When it comes to buying a new furnace, or a new anything for that matter, it seems like going with the newer, more efficient option would be the wisest choice – especially if savings is the goal. But, that’s not always the case. It really depends on your current situation and determining if a 95% …
Since our heating and air conditioning systems occupy the largest portion of our energy bills, finding ways to reduce it’s cost is paramount for those of us who want to save money. One way to do this is by finding the most optimal thermostat setting for the Winter months. In a previous post, we went …
When it comes to understanding the numbers and traits of a furnace, there is probably nothing more important than AFUE or the AFUE rating. In short, this term determines the efficiency of the furnace. The AFUE rating is similar to the SEER or EER rating for an air conditioner. “AFUE” stands for Annual Fuel Utilization …
It can be exciting to buy something new, right? Whether it’s a new car, a new house, new clothes, or even new appliances. The same can be said when it comes to buying a new furnace! I personally enjoy the pre-buying experience of doing research, finding good deals and prices, and so forth. So, in …
