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4 Signs I Need a New AC Unit
Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning understands that air conditioning is crucial for comfort in your daily life here in Scotts, NC. A well maintained AC unit, with yearly inspections and monthly filter changes, can last up to 10 or 15 years. How do I know if I need repairs for …
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4 Things You Should Know About Your AC
Air conditioning isn’t exactly a stimulating topic to bring up at parties. It’s not something most people think about too excessively. But at Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning, we’re obsessed with it! We want to share with you some things that you may not have known about your air conditioner (AC). …
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Leaky Ducts & You
Ductwork is a hidden element that is crucial to your Statesville, NC, home’s comfort. Ductwork is the system by which warm or cool air circulates throughout your home. It is essential to have well maintained and cared for ductwork in your home. Most of it is hidden behind walls or …
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What Is Short Cycling?
Short cycling basically means that your furnace is turning on and off quickly and thus not providing the heat that your home needs. It can happen for a number of reasons. A furnace that is too big for your home is often the culprit. When your home heats too quickly, …
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6 Ways Your Furnace Keeps You Safe
Your fuel-burning furnace has a number of mechanisms allowing it to run safely and effectively. These features prevent fires and protect your indoor air quality (IAQ). They also work to prevent internal errors from damaging large portions of your furnace. From our team here at Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning, …
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5 Ways to Increase Your HVAC’s Efficiency
Nobody likes to waste money. But you may be doing just that if you are not paying attention to the efficiency of your Mooresville, NC, home’s HVAC system. If it’s not running at its highest efficiency, you are paying more for your energy than you could be, thereby spending money …
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What Are the Signs I Need a New Furnace?
A new furnace is a big investment and can be a heavy cost for any homeowner. It may be hard to make the decision to replace your current furnace, but every furnace will need to be replaced at some point in a home’s life. How do you know when it …
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What Does AFUE Mean?
While an air conditioner’s efficiency is measured by its SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating, an electric or gas- or oil-fired furnace’s efficiency is measured by its AFUE, or Average Fuel Utilization Efficiency. This standard measurement is given in percentages, letting you know how much of your fuel is actually …
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Why Is My Thermostat Blank?
It’s an “Oh no!” moment when you approach your home’s thermostat and see its screen is blank. Is it serious? Does it mean your furnace, heat pump, or air conditioning is broken? Not necessarily. In fact, most of the time, it’s something minor and can be easily fixed. Here are …