Robbins Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Heating’

5 Facts You May Want to Know About Ductless Heaters

Monday, March 8th, 2021

Chances are that you have heard about or even seen a home with ductless cooling and heating in Bloomfield, NM. If you do not already have one in your home or have not encountered it frequently before these systems may seem pretty impressive. And that’s because they are! These are heat pump systems that are able to offer year-round comfort to your home without relying on ductwork.

If you are considering a new HVAC system for your home, a ductless system may be one that you should consider. There are plenty of perks and benefits that come with adding these systems to your home. Let us give you some extra information on why ductless heat pumps are such great comfort systems for homes in Bloomfield and beyond.

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Is A Bad Thermostat The Cause Of Your Heating Troubles?

Monday, February 8th, 2021

You’ve been cooped up at home for months so you finally decide to make the trip out to go hiking or mountain biking–something safe that gives you plenty of space. It is cold though so you decide to leave the heater running while you are gone to ensure the house is warm on your return. It will feel pretty good to go from temperatures in the 30s to a nice safe haven that is in the 60s.

But that may not be what you come home to. Maybe you get home and discover your heater is working overtime, leaving the home way too hot. Or perhaps you walk through the door to discover it has barely increased the temperature indoors above what it is outside. What’s the deal?

Something is up with your heating in Aztec, NM and the issue likely lies with your thermostat.

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5 Factors That Can Mess With Your Home Heating Efficiency

Monday, January 11th, 2021

house-and-money Keeping your home comfortable throughout the winter season shouldn’t be a battle between your comfort needs and your wallet. If you have an energy-efficient heating system, it is meant to do its job well without costing an arm and a leg. If your monthly energy bills are on the rise then you have every right to ask what is causing this change.

The reality is that the energy efficiency of your heater isn’t the only thing that can impact your bills. The efficiency of your home overall can play a big role in how much your comfort costs. Learn more about the factors that can reduce the efficiency of your home’s heating in Farmington, NM.

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Heat, Humidity, and You

Monday, December 28th, 2020

sick-coupleYou usually hear about humidity the most when it is appreciated the least—during summer. Not one enjoys days that are both hot and humid because it is far harder to cool down and get comfortable in that environment. That doesn’t mean humidity is your enemy though. The way that high humidity can mess with your comfort in summer is the same way that overly dry air can ruin your comfort throughout the winter season.

We want to help you stay as optimally comfortable as possible. In order to do that, we need you to know why humidity can be your ally during the coldest months of the year and how we can help you achieve the best humidity levels in your home.

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Tips for Safely Turning On Your Furnace

Monday, October 19th, 2020

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You are a savvy homeowner and you are always ready to do what it takes to help save money on energy. You do it all, from making sure your home is tightly sealed to setting your thermostat to a reasonable temperature. You even made sure to completely turn off your gas-burning furnace in spring so that it wasn’t using up fuel throughout the year. Now, however, you need to get your gas furnace back into operation.

Dealing with a fuel source like natural gas may be energy efficient and often more affordable than electricity, but it can also be dangerous. That is why we want to encourage you to be as careful as possible when turning on your furnace heater. To help, we’ve provided some tips below to ensure you go through this process as safely as possible. And, when you need help with your Bloomfield, NM heating system, you can turn to us for services.

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Here’s What You’ll Find in a Great HVAC Contractor

Monday, September 23rd, 2019

thumbs-upWe can all appreciate a good DIY project, right? Maybe it’s repainting that old coffee table to give it new life. Or maybe, it’s creating your own garden full of herbs and veggies. But one thing’s for sure: when it comes to your HVAC system, it’s best you don’t “do-it-yourself”.

We understand that it can be rather tricky to find a great heating and air conditioning contractor, which is why we have listed some of the qualities you should be looking for down below. All you’ve got to do is keep reading to find out more! (And of course, you can always schedule your HVAC service in Aztec, NM with us!)

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How Do Heat Pumps Heat?

Monday, November 5th, 2018

money-chimneyThe word “heater” means different things to different people. Yes, you’re always talking about a system that is used to warm someone’s home up in the winter season. There are a lot of different kinds of heaters out there, though. They also heat homes in a lot of different ways. The heat pump is certainly one of the most unique heating systems out there, and it is also one of the most beneficial. If you’re not familiar with heat pumps, this is the post for you!

If you’re curious as to what makes the heat pump so unique, here’s a little tease. The heat pump does more than just heat your home. It can also:

  1. Make you breakfast.
  2. Drive the kids to school.
  3. Cool your home.

Wondering which is the correct answer? Well then, you’ll have to keep reading!

Okay, it’s 3. Cool your home. But keep reading anyway.

We have a lot of good information to share with you, and you may decide that a heat pump is just what you’ve been looking for.

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The Important Role That Your Insulation Plays

Monday, July 2nd, 2018

house-and-moneySome homeowners place a huge emphasis on just how important their heating and air conditioning systems are. They make sure to have them tuned up on an annual basis, and they schedule prompt repairs for those systems whenever signs of trouble pop up. What they may overlook, though, are problems with their insulation. And your HVAC systems and your insulation are more closely entwined than you may realize. The bottom line is that your heater and/or AC will struggle if your insulation is insufficient.

Today we will be taking a closer look at the role that your insulation in Bloomfield, NM plays in your home. We will also give you some tips that can help you to better recognize signs of trouble with your insulation, and we’ll even discuss why some of those problems may develop. If you suspect that you have an insulation related issue in your residence, please do not hesitate to schedule service with a member of our team.

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Is It Too Late for Furnace Repairs?

Monday, April 23rd, 2018

temperature-guageOkay, so we are certainly not quite in the midst of the cooling season just yet, though after this past winter many of us may wish that we were. That being said, it is starting to warm up a bit, and we are relying less on our heating systems than we were a few weeks back. With spring about to really spring off—hopefully, anyway—and summer really being just a bit around the corner,  it is understandable that many of us are ready to put our heaters in the rearview mirror along with the coldest temperatures of the year.

As a look at current nighttime temperatures will tell you, though, we are not quite out of the woods yet when it comes to chilly weather. That is why, even this late in the season, you need to know that you can count on your furnace a bit longer. And you know what that means? You may require late season furnace repair in Farmington, NM. You may not want to think about it, but trust us when we tell you that you are only doing yourself and system a disservice by ignoring its repair needs, even this late in the game. 

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Join an HVAC Maintenance Program Today and Save

Monday, March 26th, 2018

pile-of-money-and-ACHere in New Mexico, we definitely tend to focus more on our air conditioning systems than we do our heaters as far as HVAC concerns go. This is totally understandable, of course. After all, we use our air conditioners a heck of a lot more than we do our heaters. That does not mean that the heater in your home is any less vital than your air conditioner is, though. When temperatures drop, and drop they do, you’ll be just as grateful for your heater as you are for your air conditioner in the cooling season.

Do you want to know something that your heater and you air conditioner share in common, other than the obvious fact that they both keep you comfortable throughout the year? They both require professional maintenance services in order to operate at peak performance levels. The Farmington, NM HVAC professionals on our team are just the ones that you want handling your heating and air conditioning tune-ups. We also offer a great maintenance program to help you maximize your savings!

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