Winter dryness can cause discomfort of the nose, eyes, and skin. It affects some worse than others. You know the humidity is too low when the hardwood floors begin to shrink. You can also tell because you walk across the carpet and get shocked on the next thing you touch. I can recommend two things:… Continue reading I like Fall, but I get so dry in the Winter.
“Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service” Foothills Mechanical Service has earned the service industry-coveted 2012 Angie’s List Super Service Award, an honor awarded annually to approximately 5 percent of all the companies rated on Angie’s List, the nation’s leading provider of consumer reviews on local service companies“We are very pleased to accept… Continue reading Foothills Mechanical Service Earns Esteemed 2012 Angie’s List Super Service Award
We recommend a whole house air cleaner. I recommend and use the Aprilaire 5000. After installing and servicing the Aprilaire 5000 for the last 5 years, I am confident of its performance in removing dust, pollen, and other allergy causing debris from the air in the home. I installed one in my house based on… Continue reading Question: My house is dusty… What can I do?
With Spring in the air, my thoughts turn to the “Spring Rush”. This is the time when everyone who did not have their Heat Pump or Air Conditioning System serviced, waited till it was too hot to sleep, and placed an emergency call to fix their System. All of you at once! You can avoid… Continue reading Question: Should I have my Air Conditioning System Serviced this Spring?
With some maintenance, a Heat Pump should last about 15 years. I usually recommend replacement when a major problem comes up; like a compressor or a coil replacement. I replaced my old 10 SEER Heat Pump last year. It was 16 years old. With the new 15 SEER Heat Pump, I am saving about $100/month… Continue reading Question: When should I consider replacing my Heat Pump?
With some maintenance, an Air Conditioning System should last about 20 years. They usually last a little longer than a Heat Pump, because the compressor only runs in the summer. I usually recommend replacing your Air Conditioning System when a major problem comes along, like a compressor failure. New Systems come with a 10 year… Continue reading Question: When should I consider replacing my Air Conditioning System?
Safety should be our first concern. An old furnace should be checked for cracks in the heat exchanger. The biggest danger is Carbon Monoxide Poison. If you question your furnace, you should have it inspected by a professional. Call Foothills Mechanical Service for a complete furnace check out. New furnaces have stainless steel heat exchangers… Continue reading Question: When should I consider replacing my Furnace?
It’s Janurary. It gets dark early, it’s cold outside, and I start getting cabin fever about this time every year. It makes me start looking around the house for a good project. What about that Old Heating and Cooling System? Last year I changed my old 10 SEER 1995 Heat Pump to a new high… Continue reading Thinking about a good Winter Project?
Winter is a good time to inspect your home for leaks. When it’s cold and the wind is blowing, walk around the inside of the exterior walls and feel for drafts and cold spots. You may be able to find and fix the trouble spots yourself. Caulk around windows and doors. Spray foam large openings… Continue reading The Wind Blows right through my House, what can I do?
No. The Federal Energy Tax Credits and The Tennessee Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program both expired at the end of 2011. The Federal Energy Tax Credit was extended on a much limited basis in 2012 and 2013. They have not been extended into 2014 at this time. For all your HVAC needs, Call us today!… Continue reading Are there any Energy Tax Credits for 2014?
