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Humidity & Moisture ControlWhy Your Vents and Ducts Sweat: Dew Point and Condensation ExplainedVents and ducts sweat when a cold surface meets air whose dew point is higher than that surface's temperature. AC supply air leaves the…
Air ConditioningWhy a Bigger AC Isn’t Better in Texas HeatAn oversized AC hits the thermostat setting so fast it shuts off before the coil pulls much moisture out. That short cycling leaves a…
HeatingWhy a Bigger Furnace Isn’t Better: The Case for Dual FuelMost Austin winter days need only a little heat, so an oversized gas furnace short cycles, causing uneven comfort and extra wear. A right-sized…
Ductwork & Air FlowWhy Rooms Get Hot When You Close the Door: Return Air and Pressure BalanceA bedroom gets hot with the door closed when it has a supply register but no return path. Air blown in can't get back…
Ductwork & Air FlowLeaky Ducts: How They Pull Attic Air and Dust Into Your HomeThe return side of your duct system runs under suction, so leaks in return ducts, filter grilles or the air handler in the attic…
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. A strong, electrical or hot-plastic smell…
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 IncludeThe Gold Eagle Membership is our home maintenance plan for Austin-area heating and cooling systems. Three tiers build on each other: Wing Watch covers…
Tips & TricksAustin Energy Rebates and Tax Credits for HVAC Upgrades (2026 Guide)In 2026, Austin Energy customers can still get rebates for qualifying AC and heat pump replacements, duct sealing, attic insulation and smart thermostats. The…
Case StudyZilkr on the Park Condo Case Study: Fixing High HumidityA 12-year-old 1.5-ton single-stage system in a 1,039 sq ft Zilkr on the Park condo let humidity reach 65-72% even at 68°F. After an…
Insulation & EnvelopeWhere Your Home Leaks Air: Central Texas Air Sealing PrioritiesIn most Central Texas homes, the biggest air leaks aren't the windows and doors. They're hidden in the attic and the ductwork. Sealing the…
Air ConditioningAC Refrigerants Explained: R-22, R-410A and R-454BRefrigerant carries heat out of your home in an AC or heat pump. R-22 production ended in 2020, R-410A is being phased down under…
