How to Optimize Your Thermostat During the Winter
Thermostat settings during winter play a crucial role in balancing comfort and energy savings. The key lies in finding the optimal indoor temperature that ensures comfort without excessively increasing energy bills. With the right winter thermostat setting, homeowners can maintain a cozy living environment while also being energy-efficient. This is particularly important as heating costs […]
6 Concerning Furnace Warning Signs You Should Look Out For
When the weather turns chilly in Highland Village, Texas, you’ll rely more heavily on your home’s heating system to keep you and your family comfortable. The last thing you want to worry about is a major problem with the furnace that requires an expensive heater repair and leaves you without heat when you need it […]
Strange Furnace Sounds and What They Might Mean
As the colder months approach, you might notice unusual sounds from your furnace. These noises range from harmless operational sounds to signals of potential issues requiring immediate attention. In our latest blog, the Carrollton furnace experts explain the strange sounds you might encounter and what they might mean for your heating system. Understanding these sounds […]
3 Healthy Add-Ons You Should Consider for Your Home
There are numerous ways to make your home a healthier place to live. From installing indoor air cleaners to using a programmable thermostat, even small add-ons can improve your overall health. Let’s take a look at three healthy add-ons you should consider installing in your Texas home. Programmable Thermostat Installing a programmable thermostat to increase energy […]
5 Smells You Should Never Ignore With Your HVAC System
Your HVAC system should keep your Carrollton, Texas home comfortable no matter what the outside temperature is. While a good HVAC unit can run for a long time without problems, there are times when your HVAC system may be telling you it is in need of repair. If you detect any of the odors below […]
Why Your HVAC System Needs Regular Maintenance
We understand that daily life keeps you busy and that your HVAC system is probably the last thing on your mind. It quietly runs in the background and you barely notice it until it goes on the blink on a hot summer’s day in Carrollton, TX. To survive, you need a well-functioning air conditioner. Don’t […]
Why Your Heater Would Blow Cold Air
In Dallas, homeowners usually rely on electric or natural gas heating systems. However, a few still use oil furnaces, propane, or the more sustainable option of geothermal heat. Another heating option that’s been gaining popularity is heat pumps. It’s important to note that heat pumps produce mild hot air compared to an oil or gas […]
How to Maintain Your HVAC System Throughout Flu Season
In the winter, it’s not uncommon for indoor air quality to become contaminated by a variety of air pollutants. And while the most common contaminants, such as pet dander, pollen, and dust mites may not give you the flu, they can irritate your respiratory tract and worsen asthmatic symptoms. In addition to washing your hands and […]
3 Reasons Your Furnace Needs an Annual Tune-up
Every year at about this time, families across Carrollton and the North Dallas area begin to fire up their furnaces and enjoy spending time inside of a well-heated home for the holidays. Many Texas homeowners focus so much on their air conditioning throughout the warm year, that the furnace and heating systems tend to fall […]
Caring for Your Heat and Air
Have you ever suffered through a hot summer day without air conditioning? Most people would agree that the heating and air conditioning system inside your house is an integral part of your quality of life. Without it, your family would be sleeping in front of the fireplace every night during the winter and sweating through […]
Can You Avoid Turning on the Heat in Dallas?
Both environmentalists and penny pinchers can agree that there’s a special period of time, a climatic sweet spot, when one can avoid turning on either the AC or the heat. In Dallas, except for the extra-hardy, fall and spring are the most feasible times to let your heating and cooling – and your wallet — rest. Let’s […]
Should You Opt for a Fireplace in Dallas?
Seven Questions to Consider It’s getting cooler in Dallas, especially at night with lows in November – December expected to dip below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. But is it really the right choice for you? Here are seven questions from our Carrollton HVAC service professionals at Lex Air to consider when deciding if you should purchase a […]
