Buying a new home is an exciting time with lots to do between the time you enter into a purchase agreement until your closing date arrives. The same can be said for selling your home too. Because buying and selling a home is likely to be one of the biggest financial decisions of your life, it’s important to make sure that everything is up to par by having a home inspection. In addition to having your entire home inspected, did you know that it’s also essential to have the home’s heating and air conditioning system inspected too? Why Should You Have a Separate HVAC Inspection? Every homebuyer and seller knows how important a home inspection is for alerting you of any existing or potential problems with the home you are purchasing or selling. But the average home inspection does not include a comprehensive HVAC inspection. Typically a home inspector will only turn on the HVAC equipment to make sure they work but that’s the extent of their “inspection”. Unfortunately, this is not enough to ensure you get a detailed picture of the HVAC systems overall condition. When it comes to home inspections, problems with the heating and air conditioning systems are often missed. Even though the furnace and air conditioner appear to be in good working condition, there could be underlying problems that only professional HVAC technicians could catch during thorough heating and air conditioning inspection. Keep Your Heating and Cooling Costs in Check A proper HVAC inspection will let you know whether or not the home’s HVAC system is in good working order or if something is wrong. A heating and cooling system that is not in good working order can mean higher energy bills to keep your home warm or cool. Not only will your comfort be affected, but your energy usage will be increase with a wonky HVAC system. You will want to make sure that everything is working properly by having it checked out by an HVAC professional.  Replacing a HVAC System Can Be Costly When purchasing or selling a home, there are plenty of expensive that arise. The last thing you need or want is an unexpected and unpleasant surprise of having to replace a furnace or air conditioner. These major appliances can cost thousands of dollars to replace which is why you want to ensure they are working properly before purchasing or selling your home. HVAC Inspections are Worth It In comparison, the cost of a heating and air conditioning inspection is much less expensive than replacing or having major repairs made to your heating or cooling unit. Spending the necessary money on a HVAC inspection is well worth it as it can prevent you from purchasing or selling a home with heating and cooling problems! If you’re looking to buy or sell your home, protect yourself from a bad investment or losing an opportunity to sell your home with a professional HVAC inspection. Contact the experts at Goose Creek Heating & Air to schedule a complete inspection or your prospective home’s heating and cooling system before finalizing any purchase.

Did you know that the majority of the heating and air conditioning system problems that we encounter here at Goose Creek Heating & Air are typically because of dirty air filters? This is unfortunate because changing out your dirty air filters is an extremely easy and do it yourself task. Most Charleston, SC homeowners don’t realize just how damaging a dirty air filter can be. Continue reading below to learn more about just how damaging a dirty air filter can be for your Charleston, SC heating and air conditioning system. Decreased Comfort Dirty air filters are clogged air filters and when your air filters are clogged, they are essentially suffocating your heating and cooling system. A dirty air filter is almost like trying to breath with your hand clamped over your mouth and nose. Your HVAC system works the same way with a dirty air filter. The layer of built up dirt and dust restricts the amount of air that your heating and cooling system can “breathe in” and “breathe out”. That means your home comfort will inevitably suffer because your HVAC system has to work even harder to heat and cool your home. HVAC System Issues & Potential Breakdowns Like we mentioned above, clogged air filters make it harder for your HVAC system to work properly. The amount of strain caused by a dirty air filter means that your systems’ motors are working harder than needed. This adds unnecessary stress and wear and tear to your system which can lead to an earlier breakdown or a costly repair. Increased Energy Bills With your HVAC system working harder than necessary to heat and cool your Charleston, SC home, your energy usage will simultaneously increase. This results in higher than normal utility bills. A clogged filter can even lead to a 15% increase in energy usage! That’s a lot of money going down the drain from ignoring your air filters. Poor Indoor Air Quality Finally, a clogged air filter means you will see a decrease in your Charleston, SC home indoor air quality. Your air filters are designed to trap and catch pollutants, such as pollen, dust, dirt, dander, etc., from circulating throughout the air in your home. When they are dirty, they can no longer catch these contaminants which means they will now going straight to the air in your home. This has a negative impact on your indoor air quality. Poor indoor air quality can lead to chronic allergies and it can be dangerous for those with asthma and other preexisting respiratory problems. Did reading the above problems scare you? Don’t worry, you can easily prevent these painful problems. Because every Charleston, SC home environment is unique, we recommend checking on your air filters once a month and then assessing whether or not you should change it. If you have further questions about your air filters or your heating and air conditioning system in general, give Goose Creek Heating & Air a call today!

Your air conditioner, much like your car, is not indestructible and will eventually need to be replaced. We know that is not something most Charleston, South Carolina homeowners want to hear but it is the truth. What’s even harder than facing the fact that your air conditioner will need to eventually be replaced is trying to figure out when your AC unit needs to actually be replaced. Knowing when your air conditioning system is due for a replacement and what kind of options you have for your next system is essential in maintaining your home comfort. But don’t worry, the Goose Creek Heating & Air team is here to help! We’ve listed the biggest indicators that you should look out for to figure out if and when you need to plan for an air conditioner replacement for your Charleston, South Carolina home. Your Air Conditioner is Old Your AC unit age matters. In fact, the age of your air conditioning system is probably the most important factor to consider when thinking about whether to repair or replace. A properly cared for and well maintained air conditioner operating here in Charleston, South Carolina can last around 10 to 15 years. If your AC unit is nearing the end of its life and isn’t bringing your home the cool comfort you want, it might be time to go ahead and replace it. Repairs are Frequent & Costly Another tell-tale sign that your air conditioner could use a replacement is if you are having to call in your local HVAC professionals consistently in order for them to repair your AC unit. Also, if your repairs are getting more and more expensive, that’s another sign that your air conditioner needs to be replaced. If your constant repairs aren’t doing the trick, you could end up saving more money in the long run by biting the bullet and purchasing a replacement immediately. Your Home is No Longer Comfortable Finally, if your home is no longer comfortable – no matter what you do, it could be time to replace your air conditioner. Your air conditioner’s sole purpose is to cool your home and if it cannot perform, something is wrong. When your AC system stops doing its job, it’s time to schedule an appointment with your Charleston, SC HVAC contractor. If you are in need of a heating and cooling company you can trust in, give Goose Creek Heating & Air a call today! We are always ready to provide the greater Charleston, South Carolina area with the best HVAC services around.

When you live in a climate such as ours here in the greater Charleston, SC & Goose Creek, SC area, it pretty much goes without saying that an effective air conditioning unit is essential for your health, comfort & happiness. What many homeowners often neglect is the fact that the HVAC contractor you hire to handle your air conditioning system is just as important, if not more important than the unit itself. Choosing a quality heating and cooling company is a tough choice, especially when there are so many to choose from. This is not a decision that you want to rush into since your HVAC contractor is the one who sizes and installs your air conditioner. If your AC unit is improperly sized or installed incorrectly, it can cost you a lot of money down the road. Whether you need an AC installation, heating repair, maintenance service or a contractor to rely on when you need them the most, the Goose Creek Heating & Air team is here to help! Below we will discuss what to look for when choosing your HVAC contractor. Do Your Research & Know What You Want It would be difficult to search for a heating & cooling contractor without doing your own market research and figuring out what you want and need from your contractor. Is there a certain brand that you’re looking for? Do you require financing options? Do you need someone that offers 24/7 service? These are all excellent questions to ask yourself before truly beginning your search as this will help you narrow down and eliminate a lot of contractors that don’t have what you’re looking for. Read Reviews & Ask Your Friends & Neighbors Reviews are an extremely helpful and free tool that can help you get a better picture of the contractor you wish to work with. Google, Yelp, Facebook, etc. are all great places to begin your research. Remember that not every review will be legit but in general, you can tell what kind of company they are. Look at if they respond to reviews – do they ignore negative ones and only respond to positive ones? Are most of the reviews positive or negative? In addition, you can also learn a lot about HVAC contractors from your local Charleston, SC friends and neighbors. Ask your friends who live close by and your neighbors if they recommend their HVAC contractor. These people don’t have anything to gain by lying about their experiences and you can usually trust your friends to tell it to you straight. Be Cautious with the Lowest Bidder Trust us, we know that a low price tag looks enticing. But a low price tag is something to be wary of. This isn’t always true but it could indicate that the service & the products that this HVAC contractor provides is poor. The saying, “you get what you pay for” is typically true, especially in the heating and air conditioning world. Don’t chomp at the bits at the lowest price tag, make sure you take your time and ask the right questions to find out why their price is so low compared to competitors. We hope that the above tips have been helpful in your search for the best heating and air conditioning contractor in your area. If you’re in the greater Charleston, South Carolina area and are in need of a heating and cooling contractor you can rely on, give Goose Creek Heating & Air a call today! Our team is ready to improve the comfort of your Charleston, SC home!