Who to Call if You Have an HEATING Issue.

Heating system issues? As one of the most expensive appliances in your home, you don’t want just anyone addressing your ailing heater. So who should you call when your system is giving you problems?

You Need a Local Heating Company with a Trusted Reputation

H & H Heating & Air Conditioning has been providing 24/7 HVAC repair to the Essington region since 1985. Our trained, friendly staff know their stuff, and can masterfully manage any heating system from ancient furnaces and boilers to the newest, state-of-the-art ductless units.

Looking For Convenient, Affordable Service?

Because we know heater trouble often strikes outside of ‘normal’ office hours, we offer our emergency heating repair services to Southeast PA residents 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with no after-hours charges or overtime fees, always charging the same, fair price no matter when you need service. Our ‘warehouse on wheels’ arrives at your home stocked with all the necessary materials to achieve same-day repairs.

Our Knowledgeable Technicians Have You Covered

Our experienced, NATE-certified technicians will respect your home and family. We treat every home as if it’s our own, taking care not to make a mess and returning your home to its previous pristine condition following service. We’ll safeguard your system and your home, ensuring anything damaged is rapidly repaired or replaced. Our repairs and new system installations are top-notch and made to last, backed by some of the best repair and installation warranties in the business.

Stay Warm With Our Wide Array Of Winter Home Comfort Services

• Heating System Repairs
  Get your heating system back up and running fast with the help of our heating and cooling repair services.
• Routine Heating System Maintenance
  Identify system issues before they leave you shivering in winter weather extremes with annual pre-season maintenance.
• Furnace and Boiler Safety Checks
  Ensure your family is safe from carbon monoxide and other system dangers this winter season with an annual furnace or boiler inspection.
• Heating System Upgrades & New System Installation
  Stay warm for less dough with today’s most efficient heating system options, including heat pumps, furnaces, boilers, and radiant floor heating systems. Learn more about upgrading your heating system and our winning reputation, including our ‘No Lemon’ 100% money-back guarantee.
• Hot Water Heater Maintenance & Repair
  Extend the life of your hot water heater with regular hot water heater maintenance.
• High-Efficiency Water Heater Upgrades
  Cold shower? Warm up to a new, high-efficiency water heating system, enjoying increased performance and lower energy costs.

Looking for trusted local heat repair companies?  H & H Heating & Air Conditioning has you covered. Contact us to learn more about our A+ BBB and 5-star Google-rated services today.

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Is a Heat Pump the Right Solution for Your Home?

As the cost of electricity and natural gas continues to rise alongside environmental concerns, homeowners are increasingly turning to heat pump style heating and cooling units for relief. Could an air or ground-sourced heat pump system be right for you?

Factoring In Savings

Sales of heat pumps have increased annually since 2016, with customers who’ve purchased ground-sourced heat pumps enjoying especially impressive savings. Reports show savings of $1,000-1,500 annually over propane, with year-to-date savings for some early ground-source customers equating $40,000 – a payback over twice the cost of installation.

Doing The Math

Will the math work for you when it comes to heat pump installation? Air, ground, and water-sourced heat pumps can be used to provide 100% of your home’s heating, cooling, and dehumidification. They are an ideal choice for those without access to natural gas. Compared to systems operating on oil and natural gas, operating a heat pump costs about 2-3-times less, providing significant savings. To determine if a heat pump system is right for your home, heating companies will consider:

• Does your home have access to natural gas, propane, or oil?
  What is the cost per BTU of heat pump versus fossil-fuel based heating system?
• Is access to the ground feasible?
  Air-source heat pumps work best for small homes with open floor plans, as well as settings such as multi-family housing and high rises with limited access to the ground for ground-source heat pump installation.
• What is the cost savings?
  Geothermal (ground-sourced heat pump), for instance, offers more significant savings than propane-based heat. For electric, it’s straight-forward: A ground-sourced heat pump offers 5-times the efficiency of electric resistance heating.
• Could a dual-fuel system offer a more cost-effective option?
  In a market with prevalent natural gas, a dual-fuel air-source heat pump may offer a more cost-effective solution to ground-source heat pumps. However, in areas that don’t have natural gas access, a ground-source heat pump may come out on top.
• How will climate affect operation?
  In climates where the bulk of the winter temperatures are less than 55°F, ground-sourced heat pumps or dual fuel systems may offer more efficient performance. Because heat pumps do as their name suggests, moving heat from one source to another, there comes the point where an air-source heat pump can no longer provide the heating necessary to maintain a comfortable temperature.
• How big of a priority is carbon footprint for homeowners?
  With geothermal/ground-sourced systems, though the initial cost of installation is greater, heating and air conditioning bills, energy usage, and carbon emissions are more dramatically reduced, safeguarding the earth and quality of life for future generations.

Warm up to the latest heating and cooling technology. Uncover your ideal heating and air conditioning solution with the help of the home comfort pros at H & H Heating & Air Conditioning today.

This blog was originally posted on https://www.delcohvac.com/is-a-heat-pump-the-right-solution-for-your-home/

What's Dragging Down the IAQ in Your Home?

Are you taking steps to make sure your indoor air is healthy? Air quality inside your home is just as crucial to your health as the air quality outside. It is especially important for those struggling with allergies and asthma.

What Things Negatively Impact Indoor Air Quality in Your Home?

• Allergens
  Pollen, dust mites, animal dander, and cockroach detritus can collect on surfaces in your home, spreading via your heating and cooling system.
• Mold & mildew
  In places of your home where moisture collects and humidity levels aren’t managed, such as bathrooms and basements, mold and mildew can thrive. When it grows or is disturbed, the spores mold and mildew produce infiltrate the air, making their way into your sinuses and lungs.
• Chemicals, artificial fragrances, and VOCs
  Synthetic fragrances from cleaning supplies, air fresheners, and perfumes negatively impact indoor air quality, releasing VOCs. New carpet, furniture, and building materials in your home can also release these toxic compounds.
• Carbon monoxide
  Fuel-burning appliances and heat sources in your home can release carbon monoxide if improperly vented. This gas is colorless, odorless, and potentially deadly.
• Outdoor air pollution
  Emissions from cars and factories, ozone, pollen, mold, and more from outdoors can infiltrate your home, particularly in poorly sealed houses with leaks around windows and doors.

How To Improve Indoor Air Quality In Your Home

There are many steps you can take to improve your home’s indoor air quality:

• Manage moisture
  Keep humidity levels in the proper balance with a whole house humidifier and dehumidifier addition. Integrated into your HVAC, these low-maintenance systems manage moisture on-demand.
• Ensure proper ventilation
  Ensure fuel burning appliances and heat sources are properly vented and inspected annually, adding carbon monoxide detectors if you own them. Add exhaust fans and ventilation to moisture prone areas, such as the bath, laundry, and basement.
• Beef up your air filter
  Beef up home air filters, upgrading to a Nature’s Home  MicroPower Guard home air filter. With a tighter weave, these filters remove more airborne pollutants and contaminants from the air than bargain options, providing cleaner indoor air.
• Zap bacteria and other microorganisms
  Keep bacteria, germs, and mold under control with the help of a UV lights air purifier system.
• Choose natural cleaners and furnishings
  Ditch toxic chemical cleaners and artificial fragrances for natural cleaners and 100% pure essential oils. Choosing natural wood and leather furnishings over fabric and OSB, particleboard, and other profusely glued, engineered alternatives can also reduce VOCs.
• Clean regularly
  Regularly cleaning floors and washing bed linens can reduce the buildup of dust, dust mites, pollen, dander, and other allergens. Stowing shoes outside, showering after outdoor excursions, and keeping pets out of your bedroom can also reduce allergen accumulations.

Take control of the indoor air quality in your home, safeguarding the health of your family with the help of H & H Heating & Air Conditioning today.

This blog was originally posted on https://www.delcohvac.com/whats-dragging-down-the-iaq-in-your-home/