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You decided to part ways with your old air conditioning (AC) system. It is not always an easy decision to make.
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Whether it’s people, appliances, or air conditioning (AC) systems, the better you know them, the better you are able to care for them. Our team at 1st Choice Heating and Air Conditioning knows air conditioners because it’s our business. We want to share just a little of our knowledge with you so you can extend the life of your air conditioner, avoid costly repairs, and save energy and money in Howell.
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You turn on your heat pump, and you smell something burning. What should you do? Who should you call first, the fire department or your HVAC technician? First assess what the smell most likely is, and you may not need to call anyone. Of course, if you’re still nervous because you just don’t know, turn off your heat pump and give one of our highly trained technicians a call at 732-256-9149 to come out to diagnose the smell for you.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has affected so many lives around us, both health-wise and financially. At 1st Choice Heating and Air Conditioning, we remain committed to providing the best service to all our New Jersey customers during this difficult time. Let’s stick together as a community and help each other whenever we can. We can certainly understand how you might want to replace your older air conditioner, or even your furnace, with a newer energy-efficient model but are concerned about the timing. Please know there are plenty of financing options available regardless of your credit history or current situation.
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Have your utility bills suddenly jumped? It could be your heating and cooling system.
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In modern society, average adults spend nearly all their time indoors at work or at home. In fact the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports this amount of time reaches upwards of 90 percent for most people. That puts the importance of good indoor air quality at a whole new level.
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Upgrade your HVAC equipment to help you save money on your monthly energy bills. Call us at 732-256-9149 today for more information.
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You deserve the most comfort at the best price in your New Jersey home or business. You want reliable heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) at reasonable prices. You want fresh, clean air so you and your loved ones can enjoy a healthy home. Try going ductless. A ductless system, or mini split, adds comfort to your home without the hassle of having to extend your ductwork. For new construction, additions, retrofits, and remodeling projects, a ductless system is your perfect heating and cooling solution. At 1st Choice Heating and Air Conditioning, we offer whole-house solutions that help you get the most out of your HVAC investment while adding value to your Freehold home. We believe you should have complete control when it comes to your indoor comfort, safety, and health.
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While an air conditioner’s efficiency is measured by its SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) rating, an electric or gas- or oil-fired furnace’s efficiency is measured by its AFUE, or average fuel utilization efficiency. This standard measurement is given in percentages, letting you know how much of your fuel is actually used to heat your New Jersey home and how much fuel is wasted. The higher the AFUE rating, the more efficient the unit is. Typically the ratings or percentages you’ll see on new furnaces range from 80 to 100 percent (contingent upon the fuel type of furnace being rated). If a furnace has an AFUE of 80 percent, this means the furnace converts 80 percent of the fuel to heat your house, while the remaining 20 percent is lost, usually out the chimney.
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