Genoa City Heating & Cooling Inc.

08/30/2024

The federal government has a new refrigerant mandate for the Hvac industry effective Jan 1st 2025

If you’re a homeowner or soon to be one, you might want to take a moment to read this.

They have made a change to the refrigerant in the AC systems.

The reason it’s a big deal this time unlike last time is the suddenness of the change.

Last refrigerant change was started in 2003, but was not mass produced by manufacturers until 2007.

This allowed plenty of time for the industry to experiment and learn the new refrigerant. This was a guinea pig era of R410a.

The new R32 and R454a is a sudden change with no crossover time to learn the new product.

The proper way when changing refrigerant has always been to replace the entire indoor and outdoor system to match.

However, in the event a customer was not in a financial position to replace everything at once there was a way to mix-match and at least get them through until everything could be replaced.

The new refrigerant will not allow this. If parts are 30, 60 or 90 days out, the ability to swap a condenser will not be possible. The only option now is full system replacement.

When a change like this occurs, manufacturers must hold parts until warranties expire and the complete change typically takes 20yrs.

If I were in the position for needing a replacement in the near future, I would rush to make the change before the change over is mandatory.

The manufactures started releasing the new equipment and lines and updates. Prices are going up and you’ll be forced to face the new requirements.

Hopefully, this will help you know what’s coming very soon.

No HVAC contractor asked for this. Our goal is never to make things harder than they have to be.

12/25/2023

12/20/2023

The holiday season is upon us and we want your family and home to be warm throughout these upcoming wintery days! Be sure to change your furnace filters to prevent an a breakdown due to restricted airflow. We are fully stocked with furnaces, humidifiers, filters and a full assortment of parts! We're just a touch of the phone away if you need us!

01/29/2023

Good morning everyone! (Snow Drift Alert) We've been receiving numerous service calls regarding furnaces not functioning properly or carbon monoxide detectors going off. I cannot stress to you how important it is to check all of the venting terminations around your home for blockage due to the drifting Snow! This will help you to avoid a costly service call or Worse potentially having flue gases and carbon monoxide building up within your home!
P.s. Don't forget to change your furnace filter regularly!

Genoacityheating.com
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262-279-6545

01/28/2023

Winter is upon us with temperatures dropping into single digits throughout the weeks ahead is your furnace ready to handle the hard work it needs to do keeping your home warm and your family safe! We are fully stocked with repair parts, Aprilaire humidifiers, air cleaners and a wide variety of filters! We also have a selection of New Goodman furnace models in stock to replace the old clunker if it fails during one of these cold winter days!
Call us today (262-279-6545) to schedule a 15-point furnace cleaning and safety check or a Free in home estimate if your considering a new furnace or Whole house humidifier!
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01/26/2023

Is an Aprilaire Whole-Home Humidifier Right For You?
The majority of North American homeowners are doing everything they possibly can to keep their families warm this winter. However, there is a consideration that many overlook — the warmer your air, the drier it is.

The recommended humidity range for your home and your health is 35-50%. Throughout the winter, your furnace often strips the air of moisture during the heating process, which can cause the air inside your home to feel exceedingly dry. The best way to have a more energy-efficient and comfortable home during the winter is to control your indoor humidity.

By adding a whole-home humidifier to your HVAC system, you can alter humidity levels through your thermostat. You will have the ability to place the humidity to any level you choose without worrying about turning the system on and off. When the heating season concludes, your humidifier can be drained and powered off until it is needed again. The only maintenance your humidifier should need can be performed by your Genoa City Heating & Cooling technician during your regular HVAC tune-ups.

Humidity is sometimes discounted as a component of indoor comfort and air quality. Think about these reasons why an Aprilaire whole home humidifier is worth the investment!

Healthy Air, Healthy You:
A lack of moisture in the air can dry out your nasal passages, leading to irritation of the skin, eyes, nose and mouth and may even exacerbate respiratory illnesses. Installing a whole-home humidifier for your heating and cooling system can help clear your sinuses, moisturize your nasal passages, and improve your breathing. Adding moisture to your air is ideal for your health. Aprilaire Whole-home humidifiers help minimize your risk of illness as viruses and bacteria do not survive in moist air.

Since humidifiers add moisture to the nasal passages and respiratory systems, they could also help decrease snoring and, in some cases, do away with it entirely leading to a full night of uninterrupted sleep.

And, do you apply more moisturizing products in the winter? That may very well be due to the air drying out your skin and lips, causing itchy, dull spots and cracks. Adding moisture using a humidifier will help keep your skin and lips smooth by preventing the dry, flakiness that accompanies the cold winter months.

Save on Energy Bills:
An Aprilaire whole-home humidifier doesn’t just add to your health – it adds to your wallet. Increasing the amount of moisture in the air normally helps your home feel warmer at a lower temperature, diminishing your heating expenses. Low humidity can also decrease the efficiency of your home’s heating system. Air that captures more moisture can maintain more heat, which means it will feel warmer. To that end, low humidity in your home means the air will feel cooler, causing you to have to turn up the heat more than necessary to be comfortable.

Stop the Static:
The dry, cool air can cause a lot of static. Is your family getting shocked more lately? A humidifier makes the air less dry and lowers your chance of being shocked at home.

Protection for Home Furnishings:
Air that is too dry can also affect the finishes and furnishings in your home, particularly those made from wood, causing them to shrink, warp, and crack. Low humidity could also have a unfavorable effect on paper products, such as photos, posters, and books, resulting in them becoming more brittle.

If you’d like to know more about increasing your home’s comfort and heating efficiency this winter Call us today: 262-279-6545

11/22/2022

Hello friends, neighbors and loyal customers! We are fully stocked with Goodman furnaces, Aprilaire Humidifiers, Air puifiers, parts and accessories to keep you and your family Comfortable all winter long!

Call 262-279-6545
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01/05/2022

Winter has set in bringing frigid temperatures and brutal wind chills!
Is your furnace ready for the challenge of keeping your home Safe and your family Warm! We are fully stocked with Goodman brand furnaces, Aprilaire humidifiers, Navien tankless hot water Heaters, furnace filters also with 1000's of parts & accessories on hand we're prepared to service, maintain or replace just about anything you may need throughout the Winter months ahead!

Contact Us:
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Genoacityheating.com
262-279-6545

06/22/2021

The Summer heat has arrived and we are fully stocked with parts & equipment to keep your home and family comfortable throughout the hottest days!
We offer quality service, maintenance and repair at reasonable prices!

Call us for a Free estimate on a new energy efficient central air conditioning system.
262-279-6545
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02/13/2021

We are here to provide all your Comfort Solutions including emergency service repairs and professional furnace installations!
We are fully stocked and always available.

12/26/2020

Winter has arrived bringing frigid temperatures and cold north winds...Is your furnace ready for these harsh conditions! We are fully stocked with replacement parts, air filters, humidifiers and new furnaces! As always we provide (Free Estimates) on furnace and central air conditioning systems replacement!
Contact Us:
genoacityheating.com
[email protected]
262-279-6545