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December 4, 2025
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Smart Thermostat Guide for Chapel Hill, Durham & Cary Homeowners

North Carolina’s Triangle climate throws everything at your HVAC system, including sticky summer heat, chilly winter nights, and big swings in temperature from one week to the next. In homes …

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November 1, 2024
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2025 Refrigerant Change: What It Means for Your Home’s HVAC System

As we approach 2025, the HVAC industry is undergoing a significant shift. Homeowners across the U.S. will soon need to adapt to a new set of refrigerant standards that prioritize …

HVAC 101

September 19, 2019

Why Is My Air Conditioner Leaking Water in the Triangle?

It’s the end of summer and it’s hot outside. You want to stay cool in your home which means your air conditioner is working extra hard in these hot, humid …

HVAC 101

February 22, 2019

Online Contractor Reviews in Chapel Hill and Durham: So Who Do You Trust?

Remember when you used to walk to a neighbor’s house to ask if they had a recommendation for a certain type of service provider, such as a heating and air …

Air Conditioning

May 16, 2018

R410A Refrigerant: Is It Really Better Than R22?

You may have heard talk about R410A refrigerant, and how it’s the new standard for HVAC. But how true is this? Is it really worth it to buy a new …

Air Conditioning

May 11, 2018

Are some rooms in your home too warm while others are too cold?

Air Conditioning Inconsistencies Many homes have some rooms that are always cooler or warmer than others. This can be due to uneven sunlight, uneven venting, poor air flow or the …

HVAC 101

August 17, 2017

What Should You Look for in Your Next HVAC Contractor?

When it comes to choosing a new HVAC contractor, you’ll want to get it right the first time. Therefore, it’s critical to make sure your new provider checks every box …

HVAC 101

July 21, 2017

3 Reasons You Should Sign Up for the Preventative HVAC Maintenance Program

At Boer Brothers Family of Services, we believe in providing affordable, efficient, and green HVAC options for our customers. That’s why we encourage everyone who uses our services to sign …

Frequently Asked Questions

November 8, 2016

What are the Benefits of a Variable Speed Furnace or Air Handler?

What is a Variable Speed Furnace or Air Handler? The term “Variable Speed” actually refers to the blower motor inside the furnace or air handler. It’s an Electronically commutated motor, …

Heating

November 8, 2016

The Complete Buyers Guide to Furnaces and Heating systems

If your heating and/or air conditioning systems are more than 10 years old, it may well be time to replace them. Likewise if you are facing an expensive repair. With …

Community

October 5, 2016

Prepare your home for the BIG Storm!

No, the really BIG ONE How to Storm-Proof Your HVAC Unit Is your HVAC unit ready to ride out hurricane season? These massive storms can cause some major damage. But we …

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June 27, 2016
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Choosing a Contractor

Selecting an HVAC Contractor in Durham When you need to find an HVAC contractor in Durham to install a new heating and cooling system or provide maintenance on your current …

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Smart Thermostat Guide for Chapel Hill, Durham & Cary Homeowners

Smart Thermostat Guide for Chapel Hill, Durham & Cary Homeowners

2025 Refrigerant Change: What It Means for Your Home’s HVAC System

Why Is My Air Conditioner Leaking Water in the Triangle?

Online Contractor Reviews in Chapel Hill and Durham: So Who Do You Trust?

R410A Refrigerant: Is It Really Better Than R22?

Are some rooms in your home too warm while others are too cold?

What Should You Look for in Your Next HVAC Contractor?

3 Reasons You Should Sign Up for the Preventative HVAC Maintenance Program

What are the Benefits of a Variable Speed Furnace or Air Handler?

The Complete Buyers Guide to Furnaces and Heating systems

Prepare your home for the BIG Storm!

Choosing a Contractor

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