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Ductwork & Air FlowLeaky Ducts: How They Pull Attic Air and Dust Into Your HomeThe return side of your duct system runs under suction, so any leak in a return duct, filter grille or air handler cabinet in…
HeatingHeater Smells Like Burning? What’s Normal and When to CallA light, dusty burning smell the first few times you run the heat each fall is usually normal and fades within a few cycles.…
HeatingHeat Pump vs. Gas Furnace vs. Dual Fuel in Central TexasFor most Central Texas homes, an electric heat pump with backup heat strips is a practical main heating system, since winters are mild and…
HeatingWhat Drives the Cost of a New Heat Pump in Austin?The cost of a new heat pump in Austin comes down to the size your home needs, the efficiency tier (SEER2 and HSPF2), the…
HeatingWhy Is My Heat Pump Blowing Cold Air in Heat Mode?Often it's normal: heat pump air is warm but not furnace-hot, and defrost can blow cooler air for a few minutes. If it stays…
HeatingAux Heat vs. Emergency Heat: What Your Heat Pump Thermostat Is Telling YouAux heat is backup heat, usually electric heat strips, that the thermostat turns on by itself when your heat pump needs help, such as…
Tips & TricksThe Aerie Smart Thermostat and Aerie Home AppThe Aerie Smart Thermostat is Gold Eagle's own connected thermostat. Along with temperature control and scheduling, it shows real-time indoor air quality readings, lets…
MaintenanceHVAC Maintenance Plans Explained: What a Good Plan Should IncludeA good HVAC maintenance plan in Central Texas pays for two real tune-ups a year, cooling in spring and heating in fall, with cleaning,…
Air ConditioningWhy Is My AC Freezing Up or Leaking Water?An AC usually freezes from restricted airflow (dirty filter, closed vents, dirty coil) or low refrigerant, which means a leak. It leaks water when…
MaintenanceWhat’s Included in an HVAC Tune-Up?An HVAC tune-up is a professional inspection, cleaning and adjustment of your system: filter, coils, drain, electrical parts, refrigerant charge, airflow and safety controls.…- Air ConditioningShould You Replace Your AC to Get a SEER2 System?No. SEER2 is a newer test for rating new air conditioners and heat pumps, not a rule that you replace the system you have,…
Air ConditioningHow Long Does an AC Last in Central Texas?Most central air conditioners and heat pumps in Central Texas last about 10 to 15 years, sometimes longer with good installation and care. Long…
