If you’re sweating as soon as your feet hit the porch, welcome to summer in Lynchburg, where the weather turns sticky, the heat hits hard, and staying comfortable indoors becomes a full-time job. The combination of soaring temperature, relentless humidity, and that unmistakable Southern sun can push even the best air conditioning systems to their […]

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Remodeling your home is a big step many folks take to make life better and give their space a more personal feel. But when you’re planning to redo parts of your house, you’ve also got to think about remodeling your HVAC system. Do you know what HVAC remodeling actually means? It’s all about giving your […]

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  Why Does My Air Conditioner Run So Often? If you’re noticing that your air conditioner is running much longer than usual, it’s important to consider all the factors that determine the length of a cooling cycle. The air temperature outside, the size and condition of air ducts, the amount of insulation, and the condition […]

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  AC Not Keeping You Cool? Here Are A Few Things to Check With the hottest weather of the season upon us, you may be noticing that your home’s central air conditioner isn’t able to keep you cool enough during the steamy, dog days of summer. Before calling a Hickey Plumbing, Air and Electrical for […]

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  Choosing a Ductless Cooling System   As technology and efficiency have improved over the years, ductless cooling and heating (also call mini-split systems) have increased in popularity. For homes without central heating and cooling or air ducts, and difficult to cool and heat rooms like attics, garages and additions, ductless systems can be a […]

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  Humidity and Indoor Air Quality During the summer months, hot, humid air can keep your home’s central air conditioner working overtime to keep the air dry and comfortable. While your air conditioner is designed to remove heat and moisture from the air, in some cases humidity can remain high enough to cause indoor air […]

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  The Benefits Of Ceiling Fans In The Home Ceiling fans can be a great addition to your home’s heating and cooling system. During the hot summer months ceiling fans create a cooling breeze by drawing the cool air from the lower areas of the home. By circulating warm air downward during the heating season […]

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  How Long Does a Central Air Conditioner Last? With the dog days of summer right around the corner in the Lynchburg area your air conditioner will be working over time to keep your home cool and comfortable. If you have been experiencing poor performance from your central AC, or higher utility bills during the […]

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  5 Signs Your Air Conditioner Needs Service When a central air conditioner is in need of repair it will often provide clues that it is not working properly. By paying attention to the symptoms of a malfunction AC and fixing the small things right away, you can avoid an unexpected and costly breakdown during […]

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  Replace Your Window AC With a Ductless Cooling System If you’re thinking of replacing or upgrading a window air conditioner, you may want to consider a ductless, or mini-split system instead. While initial installation costs are higher, in most cases a ductless system will offer better  efficiency, convenience and versatility that will pay for […]

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