What if the temperature of the air around you adjusted to your preferences whenever you pleased? What if your home somehow knew exactly what setting to put the thermostat to keep you happy and comfortable? These questions may sound like make-believe but in actuality they’re quite relevant for … [Read more...]
Choosing Insulation: Not as Fun as Paint Colors, but Just as Important
Insulating your home may not be one of the most exciting parts of the building process, but if it’s not done right, you’ll be wishing you had paid more attention. Insulation provides the necessary barrier your home needs to keep the cool air in during the summer and warm air from escaping during … [Read more...]
Is My A/C Big Enough?
In the middle of a hot and humid summer, it’s tempting to answer this question with a big fat “NO” regardless of the size of your A/C. While you do need one big enough to cool your home, bigger is not necessarily better when you’re talking about air conditioners. If you have one that is too big, … [Read more...]
Electric Heat Pump or Gas Furnace: Which is Right for You?
Electric heat pumps transfer air from the outside of your house in order to heat the inside. Gas furnaces burn fuel to produce their own source of heat, which is then circulated to heat the house. Both are viable options for heating your home, but how do you know which will be right for you? There … [Read more...]
3 Questions You Should Ask During an HVAC System Estimate
It's sad but true: at some point you'll need to replace your home's central air conditioner, heat pump and/or furnace. These systems present a substantial cost for homeowners, and collecting estimates on the cost of a new system can feel like bracing yourself for bad news. It’s important for you … [Read more...]
Why is My Heater Blowing Cold Air?
There is nothing more frustrating than coming in from a cold winter Texas day to find that your heater is blowing out cold air. You’re expecting to come in and get toasty only to find that is colder in your house than being outside! There are several reasons that this issue could be happening to … [Read more...]
Home-Buying HVAC Checklist
When it comes to buying a home, it's important to remember to check out the status of the home's heating and cooling systems. Problems with HVAC equipment could lead to costly repairs or replacements that you're not prepared for after you sign the contract. Here are 5 HVAC tasks to add to your … [Read more...]
American Standard’s Attention to Sustainability
As people continue to use and consume large amounts of the earth's natural resources, sustainability and environmental friendliness are becoming increasingly important for companies and corporations worldwide. In response, the diligent teams at American Standard, a member of the Ingersoll Rand … [Read more...]
Is One Air Conditioning Brand Better Than the Other?
Choosing between different brands of indoor comfort systems for your home is not an easy decision. There are so many brands of heating and air conditioning systems out there, so how do you know what to choose? Here at Richmond's Air, we not only aim to provide top-quality professional AC services, … [Read more...]
Find the Best Temperature For Your Home
If you own a home, you understand how difficult it can be to find the perfect temperature for everyone. Temperature wars between the members of your household can lead to serious thermostat woes, but hopefully these few tips will be able to help settle the family temperature disputes once and for … [Read more...]