The holidays are an exciting time! What’s not exciting is being faced with uncomfortable temperatures. Here are some holiday heating tips that will keep you warm and cozy all winter long. Use your fireplace! For those of you who have a fireplace, use it! Whether it is wood-burning or electric, this is a great way to heat your home and save money on energy bills. If your household requires different levels of warmth, a fireplace is a great way to heat up a certain area of your

The holidays are coming which means you probably have a long to-do list to compete. These lists typically consist of what ingredients you need from the store or getting a headcount for your family gathering, but did you include your HVAC anywhere? Preparing for the holidays can be stressful and fun all at the same time. Let’s make sure that your plans run smoothly and all of your guests are comfortable by doing a quick HVAC checklist. Clean around your HVAC First, you will wa

As the temperature drops, the heating myths become activated. Today we will be talking about some common heating myths that we hear when the weather gets cold. CRANK THE HEAT FOR FASTER RESULTS: FALSE FACT: It’s never fun coming home to a cold house because you either forgot to turn it up or you were faced with unexpected weather conditions. Your first thought might be to crank up the heat to 85 so your house will warm up faster. Don’t do it! Think of your furnace like a ligh

Cold days are coming, which means it’s time to winterize your systems. Iowa winters can get pretty cold. It’s important to have your systems prepared for anything that may come our way. Shut down your outdoor pipes. Since you won’t have to worry about keeping your grass green or any outdoor plants watered, a great place to start is by draining and turning off your outdoor pipes. This is an extremely important step considering these pipes are usually the first to freeze. Make

As it starts to get colder outside, you may be noticing unusual changes with your furnace. Problems may become more apparent or you might be realizing that your older system isn’t keeping up with the low temperatures like it used to. So, can buying a new furnace save you money in the long run or should you try to prolong your system's lifespan as much as possible? Add Up Repair Costs If you are experiencing multiple breakdowns and deciding whether or not to replace or repair,

Have your energy bills been scary? Are there terrifying noises coming from your basement? What about any foul smells? If you’re dealing with one or more of the following HVAC horrors, call your heating and cooling company to save the day!  Eerie Noises That loud thump in the middle of the night could be your furnace. They can be prone to unnatural noises such as popping, clicking, hissing, squealing, screeching, buzzing, and rumbling. You may be able to decipher some of thes

Autumn has arrived and winter is following close behind. As the leaves turn bright colors and the temperatures start to drop, homeowners start thinking about winterizing their homes. But, what about winterizing your outdoor A/C unit? How does the rain, cold, snow and dirt affect your unit? Your outdoor air conditioning unit was built to withstand rain and cold temperatures. All of the external hardware is made to withstand extreme weather. Although rain, hail and a little sno

Today we will be debunking some common myths that we hear. If you have ever fallen victim to one of these myths, don’t sweat it. 72 Degrees is here to help! With so many sources of information and varying options when it comes to heating and cooling your home, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. Myth: You only have to change your filter once a year. Busted! A dirty filter will clog your system and restrict airflow. Make sure to check your filter every month and clea

Finishing your basement can increase your property value and give you and your household extra space to spread out. Whether your finished basement serves as a movie room or additional living quarters, you will want to make sure that it is just as comfortable as the rest of the house. Here are some of the best heating and cooling options to consider for your newly finished basement. Before getting started, you will want to figure out basic points such as how often you will be