Bartels Heating & Cooling Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Hamilton’

Why Your AC Is Unevenly Cooling Your House

Monday, July 18th, 2022
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Your central air conditioning system has a basic job: to provide a comfortable level of cooling throughout your home. Although you can expect some differences in temperature from room to room based on factors like sunlight exposure, the AC should still be able to deliver a baseline of cooling to all the rooms connected to the ventilation system. 

When you begin to notice that some parts of the house are getting hotter than others when the AC is running, you’re dealing with an uneven cooling problem. This often warns that you need professional air conditioning repair in Hamilton, OH, or possibly even a replacement AC. We’ll examine the possible sources for your AC’s uneven cooling and what can be done about it.

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Will an AC Take Care of Indoor Humidity?

Monday, May 23rd, 2022
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Your air conditioning system is one of the most important appliances in your home during the summers. It’s easy to think of an AC as the solution to all the times you and your family are feeling the heat, and that includes the extra heat you feel when relative humidity is high (above 60%). But this isn’t exactly the case. Your air conditioning system does affect indoor humidity, but rarely enough that it will make a difference for your comfort.

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How Geothermal Systems Improve on Energy Efficiency

Monday, March 28th, 2022

We’re proud to offer geothermal HVAC solutions for local homeowners. We install new systems, provide repairs and maintenance, and replace geothermal systems. If you’re considering going with a geothermal heat pump in Hamilton, OH for your year-round home comfort, we can help you find the best type of system and loop configuration to match your property. You might have thought that geothermal energy wasn’t in your reach, but you may be surprised!

We recommend geothermal systems for a range of reasons: they have excellent environmental benefits, long service lives, low maintenance requirements, quiet operation, and general reliability. But the benefits that attract most people’s attention to these systems is their potential for energy savings and a short payback period. 

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Important Info for Our Customers About Current HVAC Equipment Shortages

Wednesday, June 9th, 2021

outdoor-ac-unitThe HVAC and home services industry is currently facing challenges due to a shortage of equipment from manufacturers. Disruptions in the supply chain because of various factors have affected most brands, and manufacturers have increased equipment costs to contractors like us by 6–10%. All this is happening during an extremely busy season for air conditioning contractors when many people are looking to catch up on services they may have skipped during the pandemic. Many contractors are running into low available inventory and facing difficulties meeting the needs of their customers at this busy time.

What This Means for You

We want you to know that we’re dedicated to providing the best services for our customers in the Hamilton, OH area so they can keep their homes comfortable around the year. Because of equipment shortages, we encourage you to plan ahead for your summer comfort needs and schedule early for services such as repairs or new equipment installation. That way we can provide timely service with the best products.

Thank you for your understanding as we do our best to meet the needs of all our customers. Reach out to us today if you have any questions or if you wish to schedule service.

Call Bartels Heating & Cooling “For a Comfortable Way of Life”!

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We Are Your 2019 President’s Award Winners!

Wednesday, May 29th, 2019

Our team here at Bartels Heating & Cooling, Inc. is proud to announce that we’ve received the 2019 President’s Award from Carrier for quality and leadership excellence!

What does this mean?

This means that we’ve been recognized by Carrier Corporation, a leader in heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration solutions, for our commitment to quality, leadership, and excellence in the HVAC industry.

The award is given out each year to a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer who demonstrates technical expertise while serving as leaders for the Carrier brand. The winning dealerships are committed to service excellence and providing exceptional customer care.

Of course, we couldn’t have done it without you, our valued customers, so we’d like to say thank you! We’d also like to give a special shoutout to our wonderful technicians, who’ve allowed us to grow into the company we are today.

Thank you for all the support, and we look forward to working with you!

For all your heating, cooling, and indoor air quality needs, contact the team at Bartels Heating & Cooling, Inc. today! 

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Here Are Your Most Common Heat Pump Repairs

Monday, April 15th, 2019

air-conditioning-condenser-wrenchMany homeowners across the country are opting to have heat pumps installed in their homes, and if you are one of those homeowners, you are well aware of the benefits: heat pumps are efficient, effective, and quite versatile. In fact, heat pumps are one of the few HVAC systems in the market that allow for both summertime cooling and wintertime heating, making them a convenient and cost-effective choice. But, no matter how great your system is, it is going to require repairs at some point. And when this happens, you are going to need a team of expert HVAC contractors in Hamilton, OH to service your system.

If you own a heat pump, it is important that you schedule your repairs at the first sign of a problem to prevent it from growing worse. That is why it is important to be aware of some of the most common repairs that your system may experience. So below, we have outlined a few of them for you. Keep reading to find out more!  

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To Repair or to Replace? That is the Question

Monday, March 4th, 2019

Deciding to let go of something you cherish can be hard. Who would want to let go of their beloved furnace during the middle of winter? Of course, it isn’t necessarily easy, but we are here to help. Trust us, you don’t want to be wasting your time with a faulty, outdated furnace. We understand that making the decision to replace your furnace can seem like a daunting task: a high-efficiency system can be a little costly upfront and having technicians working inside your home is almost never convenient. But, a new furnace just might be worth your while.

Knowing the best time to replace your furnace can be a huge benefit to your budget and your comfort. Only a professional HVAC technician can truly determine whether or not replacing your furnace is the best option for your home. However, there are some signs that suggest the need for replacement is just around the corner. Below, we have listed some of these signs to help jump-start the decision-making process. 

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Hybrid Heating: What’s the Point?

Monday, February 18th, 2019

cold-blanket-manWhen the time comes to select a new heating system for your home, it is best to consider all of your options. Many homeowners trust a furnace for their home heating needs, but did you know that there are much more efficient options? A dual fuel, or hybrid, heating system combines the sturdiness of a furnace with the efficiency of a heat pump. No longer do you have to worry about running up your heating bills during the winter. So if you’re in the market for a new heater, consider a hybrid heating system!

Of course, only a professional HVAC technician in Hamilton, OH can determine which new heating system is right for you. However, we have decided to give you a bit of a head start. In this week’s blog, we have listed some of the many advantages of installing a hybrid heating system in your home. Keep reading below to find out more!

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4 Benefits of a Ductless System

Monday, January 7th, 2019

homeowner-enjoys-comfort-of-ductless-mini-split-systemDid you know that there is a singular alternative to owning both an air conditioner and a heater? For many homeowners, a ductless system, also known as a ductless mini-split, is becoming a preferred option. These systems are great for keeping your home warm in the winter and cool in the summer. So, if you are in the market for a new heater this winter, consider going ductless!

We understand that choosing the right HVAC system for your home can seem like a daunting task, as there are many great options to choose from. We advise speaking with a trained professional before making any final decisions. Not all homes are candidates for a ductless system, so you must be aware of your individual circumstances before you purchase a new system. Our experienced technicians here at Bartel’s Heating & Cooling can help you determine whether or not a ductless system in Hamilton, OH  is a worthwhile investment for your home comfort. To learn more about the many benefits of installing a ductless system, keep reading below. 

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When to Call in Heating Repair Technicians

Monday, November 12th, 2018

dog-under-blanketWhile we’d love to sell you a heater that will function properly 100% of the time, the fact of the matter is that there is no heater capable of 100% reliability. You will run into problems with your home heating system at some point. When you do, the professionals on our team are here for you. We may not be able to outfit your home with a 100% reliable heater, but we can get your heater back online promptly.

Among our many HVAC system services in Hamilton, OH, is exceptional heating repairs. When problems develop with your system, contact us right away in order to minimize any adverse effects. To do so, of course, you need to learn to recognize signs of trouble early on. Here are a few red flags to be on the lookout for. If you notice them, give us a call for heating repairs that you can count on.

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