If your furnace breaks down on a cold day or night, your first priority is to get it working again quickly and affordably. Until you have a problem with your furnace, you probably don’t think about having it repaired. But there are actually many benefits to preventative repairs for your heating system. When it comes […]
Read moreDurham Geothermal Heat Pumps Use Less Energy from the Ground Up
When it comes to heating and air conditioning, the name of the game is energy conservation. Geothermal heat pumps are environmentally friendly and help save money on heating and cooling costs. While regular maintenance can keep your heating and air conditioning (HVAC) system working as efficiently as it can, to see a real difference in […]
Read moreWhich furnace Brands are the most reliable?
Today’s more-efficient gas furnaces can save you up to $40 for every $100 you spend on fuel compared with older models. That means that even though replacing a furnace can be expensive, your costs will be paid back over time through lower energy bills. If you’re replacing your gas furnace, you might want to think […]
Read moreWhich air conditioner brands are the most reliable?
Really big saving over older central air conditioning systems is one more reason to install a new one or replace an old one that broke. As we have discussed most brands are built well and the most important element is the how it is installed. But you may want to give York, Goodman, and Amana […]
Read moreTo Repair or Replace your Heating and Air Conditioning? That is the question
As heating and air conditioning systems age, you will eventually be confronted with the decision to either repair or replace the system. The decision can be challenging from both a comfort perspective, as well as a financial perspective, where repair costs can range from hundreds of dollars upwards to thousands for a replacement. Below are […]
Read moreHow Much Does it Cost to Install an Air Conditioner?
Whether you live in Chapel Hill, Durham, Hillsborough, Pittsboro or Carrboro air conditioning is a necessity and when it breaks down we need it back working in a hurry. Still though, it is an important decision. Here is guide to make a informed rapid decision that will get you back up while helping you save […]
Read moreWhat you should consider when hiring an HVAC contractor
In an field there are good players and less good players. At Boer Brothers we strive to be the best choice for most people most of the time. But the final answer of who you should hire depends on your needs. In general when hunting for a company to maintain your system, look for one […]
Read moreChoose the right Brand. What is the best Brand of Heating and Cooling Equipment?
Is it Trane or Carrier, York or Rheem? Before replacing your furnace, air conditioner or heat pump, learn the difference between HVAC manufacturers. So you went online to start figuring out which brand, which model, which size, which contractor, how much, what financing options, etc. — a lot of things to consider! Spoiler alert the […]
Read moreReplace your Old Furnace with Durham Heat Pump Installation and Save Energy
Replace your Old Furnace with Durham Heat Pump Installation and Save Energy Most of us don’t think about replacing our furnace unless it quits working and cannot be repaired. We don’t want to spend money if we don’t have to. But even if your furnace is still running, if it’s over 10 years old it […]
Read moreSpiffs are for Stiffs
One of the biggest issues we have found with customers who have come to us from other companies was that they felt that they were always being sold something and that the service technician was being compensated for pushing unneeded repairs and system replacement. Many companies provide commissions, or what are called Spiffs, to technicians […]
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