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Improve Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality

July 15, 2022
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Improving the indoor air quality (IAQ) at your Walton home or business makes sense on so many levels. Consider your health, your comfort, and your household budget. It’s hard to imagine a more important investment than improving the air you breathe!

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Thermostat 101 Basics

March 14, 2022
Thermostat 101 Basics

Every team needs a leader. In the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry, your thermostat is the undisputed leader of the heating and cooling team. It signals your furnace and air conditioner (AC) when to turn on and off. Whenever your thermostat detects a temperature change that’s different from the desired setting in your Union home, it barks out a new directive to adjust the indoor climate.

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The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

February 16, 2022
The Basics of Winter Indoor Air Quality

In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality (IAQ) here in KY, creating some significant health problems. At Phoenix Comfort Services, we recommend taking precautions to avoid the common issues associated with winter indoor air quality.

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Why Is My Heat Pump Freezing Up?

January 18, 2022
Though common, a heat pump freeze-up usually means your system’s components are not working correctly. Sometimes you can fix it yourself. But oftentimes, you will need to call a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professional, like us, as the problem may require a part replacement or complex repair.

Though common, a heat pump freeze-up usually means your system’s components are not working correctly. Sometimes you can fix it yourself. But oftentimes, you will need to call a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) professional, like us, as the problem may require a part replacement or complex repair.

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Happy New Year

January 3, 2022
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Happy new year from Phoenix Comfort Systems!

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How Can I Lower My Heating Bill This Winter?

December 16, 2021
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Are you anticipating a higher heating bill this winter? Here in Union, temperatures can get pretty low. The only way to ensure you remain perfectly comfortable inside your Kentucky home is by cranking up the heat.

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Happy Thanksgiving From Our Family to Yours

November 25, 2021
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We want to wish you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving!

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What Is Short Cycling?

November 17, 2021
what is short cycling?

Short cycling is a term used in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) world to explain a situation where a furnace or air conditioner turns on and off too frequently. The “short cycle” is the period of time that your HVAC equipment is actually running, and the shorter this cycle, the harder your system needs to work. 

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Fall HVAC Maintenance

October 29, 2021
Fall HVAC Maintenance

Here in Kentucky, we’ve reached the season that makes you say, “Gosh, it’s so dark out. Is it really only six in the evening?” Before the days get too short, remember to check off heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance from your autumn to-do list.

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5 Tips to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality This Fall

September 16, 2021
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Get ready for cooler weather here in Independence—fall is around the corner! When the outdoor temperatures start to drop, you probably will spend more time inside your home. Be sure to focus on enhancing your indoor air quality (IAQ) so that you can boost your overall home comfort and enjoy the autumn season to its fullest.

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Conventional HVAC or a Heat Pump: Which Is Better?

August 23, 2021
heat pump or traditional hvac

We all take climate control for granted these days. In winter, we expect warmth from our heating system; in summer, we demand the cool comfort of air conditioning. Most Walton homeowners don’t give that a second thought—until the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system breaks down and replacement decisions need to be made. Today, the majority of homes either use a conventional air conditioner (AC) and furnace combination or a heat pump. Our team at Phoenix Comfort Systems is well-versed in the difference as well as the benefits of each type of system.

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SEER Ratings 101 – Everything You Need to Know

July 7, 2021
SEER Ratings 101 - Everything You Need to Know

Homeowners don’t realize the difference installing an energy-efficient air conditioning system can make. Aside from saving you more money on your energy bill, today’s units are more powerful and effective than those installed 10 years ago.

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HVAC Tips – Why You Don’t Want To Fix Your Own Furnace or Air Conditioner

March 31, 2021
HVAC Tips - Why You Don't Want To Fix Your Own Furnace or Air Conditioner

Most of the time when someone tries to fix a piece of modern HVAC equipment, they cause even more problems for their HVAC system.

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HVAC Tips – Electrical Safety Checklist For Your Home and HVAC Equipment

February 5, 2021
Electrical checklist for HVAC electrical problems

We would like to share the most important HVAC electrical safety tips to keep your home and family safe from electrical fires, injuries, and even death. Modern life depends on electricity.

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HVAC Tips – How to Reduce Repairs and Improve Your HVAC System’s Lifespan

February 2, 2021
HVAC Tips - How to Reduce Repairs and Improve Your HVAC System's Lifespan

HVAC units work hard but sadly, nothing really lasts forever. For many things, the best we can hope for is to keep things functioning for as long as possible. We need to pay attention how much we are running them and be aware if any problems that come up.

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HVAC Tips – How To Light Your Furnace’s Standing Pilot Light

January 15, 2021
HVAC Tips - How To Light Your Furnace's Standing Pilot Light

With cooler weather coming in and warmer weather going out, it’s time to crank up the furnace.

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The Impact Dirty Ductwork Can Have on Your Home or Office and How You Can Handle It Before It Gets Out of Control

January 8, 2021
The Impact Dirty Ductwork Can Have on Your Home or Office and How You Can Handle It Before It Gets Out of Control

If your home no longer feels comfortable due to dust, you might want to check your ductwork.

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Heating Problems That We See Most Often Through the Winter

November 25, 2020
Heating Problems That We See Most Often Through the Winter

Here’s to avoiding these common heating problems while the weather gets colder.

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