The Best Time for HVAC Maintenance and Why

February 10th, 2025

Your heating and cooling system works hard year-round to keep your home comfortable. But if you don’t take care of it, it can’t take care of you. That’s why regular HVAC maintenance is so important. The right timing can make a big difference in performance, efficiency, and even how long your system lasts.

So, when is the best time for HVAC maintenance? And why does it matter? Let’s break it down.

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Signs Your Home Needs a Humidifier Right Now

January 13th, 2025

Dry indoor air can wreak havoc on your health, comfort, and even your home. With the arrival of winter, heating systems tend to strip moisture from the air, leaving it dry and uncomfortable. Fortunately, a humidifier can help restore balance. But how can you tell if your home desperately needs one? Here are the top signs your home could benefit from a humidifier right now.

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One Furnace Problem That Always Sneaks By: Holiday Tips

December 23rd, 2024

Furnace problems are usually pretty easy to detect. Perhaps your system makes a loud or uncomfortable noise. Maybe your neighbor’s furnace smells funky and that’s how a heat exchanger crack was detected. While these issues are obvious, some are less obvious.

For instance, a furnace that abruptly stops working can be a nightmare for homeowners, especially because it can be impossible to detect the issue. There are any number of reasons for a furnace to shut down, most of them are pretty bad and can be expensive to fix.

But in our area, there’s one issue we see furnaces run into often where our customers could actually prevent the problem from occurring in the first place. Keep reading to learn more, and make sure you schedule furnace repair in Crystal Lake, IL with our team!

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Ducts or Disrepair? Which Problem Are You Dealing With?

November 25th, 2024

Furnaces don’t just work on their own. They require a network of air ducts that can transport the heated air from the system itself to the rooms of your home. Using vents, that air then goes to where you can feel it. It might seem like this comes directly from the furnace hooked up in your home, but without air ducts, the only room that would be heated would be the one the furnace is in.

So, when there’s a problem, our air ducts can quickly be forgotten about. But that’s inconvenient because your air ducts might be the source of the issue. This blog will focus on some tips to determine whether your air ducts need help, or if it’s time to call for furnace repair in Crystal Lake.

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Don’t Underestimate a Heat Pump! One Big Tip for Heat Pump Owners

October 24th, 2024

Heat pumps are a fantastic investment in 2024 and going into 2025. We’re serious, even in a climate like ours when we see harsh winters or scorching hot summers, a heat pump is going to handle every temperature swing you can think of … as long as you get it maintained.

This blog is going to serve two purposes. One purpose, and perhaps the main purpose, is to teach our customers about the benefits of heat pump technology and why they’re such a good investment. The other purpose is to remind our customers that these systems require heat pump maintenance in Crystal Lake twice a year, due to how frequently they’re used and how much stress they can be under.

Once your system is maintained, you can reap the overwhelming benefits and enjoy total comfort and efficiency in your home!

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It’s Furnace Tune-Up Time in Lake in the Hills!

September 9th, 2024

Finally, the heat has gone away and we get to experience the beautiful and comfortable temperatures of fall. That is, until we get further along in the season and temperatures get very cold. Thankfully, your furnace is here to protect you and keep your home warm.

Furnaces are designed to last for a decade or more, providing comfortable warmth at an efficient rate of fuel consumption. But they can have trouble doing this when they’re left neglected for years. One of the best ways to avoid repairs is with a furnace tune-up in Lake in the Hills, a service that can provide you with better efficiency rates, a clean bill of furnace health, and an inspection that keeps you safe.

We’re available 24/7 for customers who want to schedule a tune-up. But for everyone who might be on the fence, keep reading to learn more about why a furnace tune-up is so important!

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AC Repair: What You Can Do Vs. What You Can’t

August 12th, 2024

When it comes to HVAC service in Elgin, IL, there are some things that homeowners just shouldn’t try to do on their own. For instance, a compressor problem or a refrigerant leak likely requires hours of diagnosis and repair by a licensed professional, and no amount of quick guides online or “DIY hacks” are going to make that any easier.

This is where DIY work can get demoralizing, and it can seem stressful to even think about AC repairs. What’s the use of having a powerful piece of cooling equipment in your home if you can’t fix it?

But we never said you can’t fix things on your own. The important part is determining what you can do on your own and what requires the help of a licensed professional. Let’s break this down in clear terms so you don’t have to worry about the results.

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Troubleshooting a Refrigerant Leak: Common AC Issues in July

July 22nd, 2024

It’s a hot summer day and you’re just mowing the lawn around your outdoor air conditioning cabinet when you suddenly hear a strange noise coming from the system. Maybe it’s a “hissing” sound that resembles a snake crawling through the tall grass. Or perhaps it’s a “bubbling” noise that comes up every once in a while.

It makes sense if you’re alarmed. These are noises that don’t often come from a perfectly functioning air conditioner. Something is definitely wrong with it and it requires air conditioning repair in Dundee as soon as possible. But you don’t need to panic.

First of all, our technicians are available 24/7 to help you with your AC problems. That’s the best news. Then, read on to learn about what leaking refrigerant might mean for the lifespan and performance of your air conditioning system.

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No AC? Here’s What to Do Right Now

June 10th, 2024

The hot temperatures are reaching most neighborhoods throughout the country this week, and it’s only going to get hotter. This means that you might have an interruption in your life that’s pretty serious if your air conditioner sputters out at the wrong time.

Planning on having company over for dinner? Or perhaps you’d just like to take it easy this weekend with a movie and some popcorn at home? Well, that’s going to be hard if temperatures are skyrocketing and you’ve got no way to stay cool inside.

But don’t worry, we are here to help! There’s a reason why we’re called 24Hr Home Comfort Services Inc. Follow our guide below and make sure you schedule air conditioning repair in Crystal Lake with the best team in the business.

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Deciphering Your AC: What Does Short Cycling Mean?

May 13th, 2024

A lot of people encounter short cycling air conditioners. Sometimes they can sound similar to regularly functioning systems, to the point where it’s already too late when something else goes wrong. The truth of the matter is short cycling is a big problem, and one that should be detected as early as possible.

But how can you tell if your system is short cycling so badly that it requires air conditioning repair in Lake in the Hills? It can almost feel like your air conditioner is speaking a different language, one that you’re just not keyed in on.

Don’t worry. Consider our team the AC whisperers, as we decipher your air conditioner’s hidden language and teach you the way to decipher it.

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