Why is maintenance important?

Happy Harold’s tip of the week: Extend the life of your HVAC system with a regular maintenance routine, including clearing away debris, cleaning vents and replacing your filters. Why do we need it? Just like anything we own, it pays to take regular care of our HVAC system. This means having a certified HVAC technician … Continued

What does BTU mean?

If you’re in the market for a new AC or Furnace, then you’ve probably heard the acronym BTU. To clarify, it stands for British Thermal Unit, and is used to measure thermal energy. More specifically, it is the amount of energy needed to raise 1 lb of water 1°F. When it comes to AC, BTU … Continued

How do you heat your water?

Propane? Natural Gas? Electricity? Its no secret that we all love a hot shower. An unexpected cold shower can definitely put a damper on your day. So, just how much thought have you put into the way you heat your water? There is a direct relationship between the amount of power in and the output … Continued

Harold's AC Tips and Tricks

Happy Harold’s Tip of the Week! Don’t crowd your air conditioner. We know that you don’t find your AC unit attractive, however hiding it amidst shrubbery is doing more harm then good. Check out these tips: Keep Plants 2-3 feet away There should always be about 2-3 feet of clear space between your AC unit … Continued

Whats in your ducts?

Take a look at the photo below. What do you think that pink dot laying on top of the dust bunnies is? Whatever it might be, this is an inside look at the duct work in a building that our installation crew is working on this week. As with any big project our crew can’t wait … Continued

Special pricing just for Mom!

CALLING ALL MOMS! Special pricing just for you! We think you deserve one more day of special treatment! Call today and mention this post for a special rate on maintenance for the system of your choice!   585-3Harold (342-7653) Or visit us online

5 HVAC tips for Pet Owners

We love our Pets! We can’t imagine our lives without them! Sometimes this love means the mess they leave behind gets over looked. Below are five tips to help keep your HVAC system, and air flow clear of pet dander. Grooming: Regularly grooming your pet will reduce the amount of hair that can clog up … Continued

Your AC Unit Size Matters!

Happy Harold’s tip of the week: Size Matters! No matter the type of AC you plan to buy, making sure you have the correct size for your home matters. Having an AC unit that is larger or smaller than necessary will increase your energy costs. And who wants that? Lucky for you, Harold’s here to … Continued

Is a Modulating Furnace Right for You?

What is a modulating furnace? A modulating furnace is one that has twenty (20) or more stages of heat using less gas than a 2 stage furnace all while keeping your house within 1-2° of your thermostat setting. A modulating furnace can achieve up to 98% efficiency, this means that 98% of the fuel that … Continued

Carbon Monoxide Tips!

  Carbon Monoxide   Happy Harold’s tip of the week, play it safe! Install and maintain smoke and carbon monoxide detectors! Carbon Monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas which can cause sudden illness and death. CO is found in combustion fumes, like those made by cars, stoves, gas ranges and, you guessed it, heating … Continued