HVAC - Winter Weather and Freezing
HVAC and Winter Weather that FREEZES!
Greetings from all of us here at J&D Service Company. We hope that everyone had a Happy New Year and is doing well.
Just wanted to take a moment and talk about winter weather. It is the time of year for those days of frigid temperatures and the snow, freezing rain, and sleet that can come along with it. For all of our customers out there with heat pumps, please remember that during moments of sleet, freezing rain, or an ice storm, your outdoor heat pump equipment can build up extra ice that can cause issues. You may want to turn your unit on emergency heat at the thermostat to avoid ice build-up during those times. Once the “frozen sunshine” has stopped, you can turn your unit back to normal heat on your thermostat.
Please stay safe and healthy, and remember that J&D Service Co is always available to help. You can call us on the numbers below:
David Toomey
J & D Service Company
Residential Customers call 615-730-5109
Commercial Customers call 615-366-4099
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Hello again from everyone here at J&D Service. We hope everyone is doing well and looking forward to Fall weather and the holiday season. There has always been much debate on the best type of filter to use in your HVAC system. Many professionals say use the best-pleated filter you can find, and others say the cheaper "30 days, and throw away" type is the best. The MERV rating (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value) is the best way to gauge the kind of filter you need. The MERV rating grades a filter's ability to capture large particles and contaminants from the air as it circulates through your HVAC system in your home. The higher the MERV rating number, the more particles and contaminates it captures. The highest rating is not always the right choice and can be harmful to your HVAC system. A pleated MERV 8 filter is a good choice for most homes. If you have medical issues such as severe allergies or breathing issues, a MERV 9 to MERV 12 filter will help with those issues. I would not recommend using a MERV 13 or higher filter unless your unit is specifically designed for it. MERV 13 or higher filters can restrict airflow to the point that it can cause issues with the unit operation and/or damage your HVAC system if not explicitly designed for a filter rated that high. If you have questions about what type of filter to use in your home, please give J&D Service a call. We are glad to help. Residential customers call 615-730-5109, and commercial customers call 615-366-4099. David Toomey J&D Service Company
J&D September 21 Blog I hope everyone has had a good and healthy summer. It is time to start thinking of colder weather and get the fall/winter preventative maintenance of your HAVC equipment to make sure it is in top shape to heat your home or business when the weather turns cold. You may say ”…but it is still hot outside; I don’t need heat right now!...” J&D can come to check your system to make sure it can finish out the warm weather with no issues and be ready for when the weather turns cold, and you need the heat to work on that first cold night. Just give us a call, and we can get your HVAC system ready for any weather, so you are comfortable and don’t have to worry. Residential customers call 615-649-6353, and commercial customers call 615-369-1396. Tip of the month…….when the first cool weather starts, and it is mild enough to open your windows, remember to set your thermostat accordingly and keep your filter changed. Dave Toomey J and D Service Company
J&D August ‘21 Blog Hello Everyone, Hope you are all having a safe and fun summer. Let’s discuss the different types of issues that can cause your unit to fail during the summer heat to resolve the problem correctly. We have seen all kinds of failures and have seen all the internet search questions asking, “Why does my HVAC system never stop running?” or “ Why is my HVAC system making a funny noise?” Those customers often get back many differing answers leaving them more confused and no closer to resolving their issue. HVAC issues can’t be diagnosed via the internet. The simple answer is that most HVAC failures and issues need to be handled by a trained HVAC professional who can safely troubleshoot the problem and give the customer the correct solution. There can be multiple failures on an HVAC system that can provide the same symptoms. Periodic Preventative Maintenance is the key to keeping your system running year-round. J&D will be glad to help with all your HVAC needs….just give us a call. Residential customers call 615-730-5109, and commercial customers call 615-366-4099. Type of the Month………..make sure to throw the grass away from your HVAC unit when trimming the lawn. The grass clippings will clog up your coil and cause issues if you don’t.
Hello All, Flowers and trees are already starting to bloom releasing leaves and pollen. That along with the build-up of fall and winter leaves and the recent severe weather has deposited debris that has settled in your outside HVAC unit. It is time to get your HVAC system serviced for spring and summer operations. J&D Service Company will perform preventative maintenance cleaning your HVAC unit of debris and test your entire system to ensure it is ready to operate in hot weather. Give us a call today…..residential customers call 615-649-6353 and commercial customers call 615-369-1396. *HVAC System Tip of the Month* During those mild spring days where the windows are open to let in the fresh breeze, make sure to adjust your thermostat accordingly to prevent it from running and wasting energy needlessly and check your return air filter more often to ensure to is clean to allow the best airflow possible when it is in operation. Visit us at http://www.janddservicecompany.com
Hello Folks……it is that time again. Valentine’s Day is a time to make sure you share how you feel with that someone special in your life. So, make sure that on February 14th you do not forget to take a moment and express how special they are! Let’s talk geothermal HVAC systems for a few minutes. Ground source heat pump or “geothermal” systems have been around for a long time and the technology/science that drives them as greatly improved over the years. Many people consider a geothermal HVAC system due to its many pros such as reduce utility costs, lower environmental impact, and long-term cost savings. The issue is many also decide against a geothermal HVAC system due to the increased installation and equipment cost up front. Did you know that there are many government tax incentives for homeowners as well as commercial business customers that can help offset those upfront costs? There are federal tax credits of 26% for residential and 10% for commercial customers installing a new ground source heat pump system. Below is a link that can explain the federal tax credits in more detail. So before you decide against geothermal HVAC, consider all the benefits both short and long term. J&D Service Co installs ground-based water source heat pump systems and we would be glad to talk with you and present you with the geothermal option that works best for your situation so please contact us. Commercial customers 615-366-4099, residential customers at 615-730-5109 or on our website www.janddservicecompany.com Link to Geothermal Tax Credit Information
