A&M Heating and Air Conditioning News

Benefits of a Well-Insulated Attic

Most people know, as home owners, that they should probably insulate their attic, but what are the actual benefits of attic insulation? Most homeowners and contractors choose to insulate for multiple reasons, including the cost and energy savings. Below, I have listed some of the most talked-about potential attic-insulation benefits. Benefit #1: Cost Savings                                      The vast majority of people will experience a high amount of energy savings as a result

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A&M is accepting applications!

Attention Friends: A&M Heating and Air Conditioning is now hiring! A&M is seeking a full time technician that can perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and installation. Two years minimum experience in the field and formal education a plus. Loyal and trustworthy a must! Email resume and DMV printout to: info@amheatingandairconditioning.com

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Federal Income Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency

A number of tax credits for residential energy efficiency have been renewed.  These tax credits are available for purchases made in 2016, as well as retroactive to purchases made in 2015.  ENERGY STAR products eligible for tax credits are independently certified to save energy, save money and protect the environment.  Use up to 30% less energy in your home by outfitting it with ENERGY STAR products available across more than 70 categories. * 2016 Federal Tax Credits Tax Credit:  10% of cost

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Roadside Safety

This winter, there are 5 roadside topics to consider before getting behind the wheel: Driving Safety, Roadside Safety, Roadside Repair, First Aid & Survival, and Planning ahead.   The best driving skills are the ones that prevent you from encountering a dangerous situation. Keep a good distance from the car in front of you. Drive with your headlights on. Stay off your cell phone. If you do find yourself in a white knuckle situation, your best reaction will be to stay calm. This means planning

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Why you should do Fall Furnace Maintenance

Performing regular yearly inspections and maintenance on your HVAC system not only diagnoses and repairs existing problems, but it helps find and prevent problems from occurring in the future. Your furnace system controls the temperature and moves air throughout your home to keep it comfortable while also filtering out dust and allergens. Oddly enough, temperature, movement, and dust are the very things that wear down HVAC systems. Heat exchangers undergo thermal stress by expanding and contracting

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Buying Heating and Cooling Equipment

HOW TO CHOOSE A DEALER Your best source of a good company is one that has done good work for someone you know. So ask friends & neighbors what firm they use. If they had good results with this dealer, you have a much better chance yourself. There are way too many careless dealers and good dealers with lousy help – you have to be careful. There are many shortcuts that can be taken with the installation of new equipment that homeowners don’t understand. There are issues like sizing,

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Why You Should do Spring AC Maintenance

If you’ve felt that your air conditioning system has been performing poorly in recent years, you may be thinking about the need for an upgrade. If your budget isn’t ready for the cost of a new system, though, you may be dreading the thought of another uncomfortable summer in your home. AC maintenance may provide all the relief you need, and a simple Spring A/C maintenance could dramatically improve your summer home environment. What Is AC Maintenance? Maintenance for your air conditioning

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