How Often Should You Get HVAC Maintenance?

February 16, 2021

Rehoboth, DE, has some wild weather. One day, you might need the heating system for relief from a cold nor’easter, and just a few days later, there might be record-breaking warm temperatures. It’s important to make sure your home’s heating and cooling system is ready to maintain your indoor comfort. Maintenance is the best way to do that. Here’s what you need to know about the right frequency for scheduling heating and cooling system maintenance. Springtime Cooling System Tune-up Your air conditioning system needs a maintenance visit once each year. At SABRS Home Comfort, LLC, we recommend scheduling this

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Are Electric Furnaces Energy Efficient?

December 18, 2020

When your Rehoboth Beach, DE, home needs a new heating system, energy efficiency should be one of your top priorities. Energy-efficient heating systems cost less to operate, so you’ll save money every month of the winter season. Here are some important facts to know about the energy efficiency of electric furnaces. Electric Furnace AFUE Ratings The American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers developed a rating system called the annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) rating for all furnaces. It measures the furnace’s efficiency at converting input energy into output heat. All electric furnaces have

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How Does A Ductless Heat Pump Work?

October 20, 2020

Learn How a Ductless Heat Pump Works When you’re ready to replace your Lewes, DE, area home’s heating system, you’ll have a lot of options. If you’re designing a new home, adding onto your existing home or updating an older home, a ductless heat pump could be an option. These systems don’t require air ducts like other types of forced-air heating systems. Read on to learn how a ductless heat pump works so that you can make an informed decision about which heating system to choose. Transfer of Heat Energy Like other types of heat

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Creative Ways To Hide Your Outdoor AC Unit

September 20, 2020

During summer, an air conditioner comes in handy in making your Lewes, DE, home comfortable. However, the air conditioning unit can become a party crasher during a summer barbecue. The hulky, box piece can be an eyesore in your garden. Fortunately, we have some options for you to consider. There are plenty of creative ways for you to mask and conceal the AC unit that no one will even notice its presence. Before hiding your outdoor AC, you need to keep in mind how it works. The reason the metal casings are perforated is because the

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Will Air Purifiers Help with Musty Smell?

August 10, 2020

Do certain rooms in your home have a musty smell? If so, consider getting an air purifier. This appliance could provide the must-eliminating solution you’re looking for. Causes of That Musty Smell If you’ve noticed a musty smell in your bathroom or other areas of your house, it’s probably due to mold. The odor particles that are emitted by various types of mold can be captured by air purifiers as long as they have an activated carbon filter in them. Air purifiers are also designed to help remove other strong odors from your residence.

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How to Help Your HVAC System by Improving Indoor Air Quality

May 27, 2020

When most homeowners think about their HVAC systems and keeping them running well, they may think about their filters and keeping registers clear. They may also think about keeping the return vent clear so air can flow into the system. Some people may even consider the temperature they keep compared to the outside temperature. This is understandable because the bigger the temperature difference, the more the system will run and the more strain it endures. What escapes most people’s thoughts is how the quality of the air in your building affects the system.

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