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Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense

February 14, 2025

Under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the federal government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to homeowners who buy heat pumps. The financial incentives aim to wean consumers away from fossil fuel-based home heating, such as natural gas furnaces, and steer them to efficient and environment-friendly electric heat pumps.

2025 Heat Pump Buying Guide for Newport, NC Homes

February 1, 2025

In fact, according to the ENERGY STAR® program, geothermal heat pumps are over 45 percent more energy efficient than standard options.

Why Is My Furnace Leaking Water?

January 17, 2025

You just discovered there is a puddle of water on the floor in front of your furnace. What does this mean? Why would your furnace be leaking water?

Air Duct Cleaning

December 13, 2024

Your air ducts circulate a supply of fresh and properly treated air. But since ductwork mostly hides behind walls, ceilings, and floors, many North Carolina homeowners don’t take the time to monitor its condition.

What Is Short Cycling?

December 10, 2024

Short cycling is a term used in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) world to explain a situation where a furnace or air conditioner turns on and off too frequently. The “short cycle” is the period of time that your HVAC equipment is actually running, and the shorter this cycle, the harder your system…

Benefits of Using a Humidifier in Your Home

November 15, 2024

If you don’t have a humidifier in your Beaufort home, then you may not be aware of just how useful these devices can truly be. Humidifiers are particularly handy in the winter but can be helpful during any season because they offer a significant number of benefits, including providing better indoor air quality (IAQ) for your North Carolina home.

5 Ways to Lower Your Winter Heating Bill

October 18, 2024

When the temperature gets low, your energy bill gets high. That’s because you spend more time indoors during the winter. And we don’t blame you—it can get pretty cold here in North Carolina.

SEER––What Does It Mean?

August 16, 2024

SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. This universal rating system helps you determine the efficiency of your North Carolina air conditioning (AC) unit or heat pump.

Don’t Let Your Home Sweat It Out: A North Carolina Guide to Humidity Control

July 12, 2024

Here at North Carolina, we enjoy beautiful scenery, a strong sense of community, and delicious barbecues. What don’t we enjoy? The humidity.

Air Conditioning Basics––Did You Know?

June 14, 2024

Today’s air conditioner (AC) is based on a prototype invented in 1902 by Willis Carrier, an engineer from Buffalo, New York. Unlike earlier forms of cooling, Carrier’s model controlled the temperature by removing heat and humidity from the air.

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