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How a Smart Thermostat Can Reduce Winter Heating Costs

As the quest for energy efficiency becomes increasingly important, smart thermostats have emerged as a valuable tool to manage home heating systems. This winter, these advanced devices could be the key to significant savings on your heating costs. Local heating and air conditioning expert Schmitt explains more below.

Understanding HVAC Capacitor Failure

An HVAC capacitor is a critical component of your heating and cooling system, essentially serving as the spark plug that jump-starts the motor. Keeping your HVAC system in top shape is crucial for consistent comfort, especially in San Francisco’s diverse climate. So what happens when the HVAC capacitor fails? Discover the causes of this problem and what you can do about it.

How to Properly Reset Your Air Conditioner After a Power Outage

Here in San Francisco, our residents are no stranger to severe storms and strong winds. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t prepare for the possibility of wind and rain damage to your home. Lightning damage is also a serious concern, especially when lightning hits a power line in your neighborhood. When this happens, it can create a power surge that can cut off the power in your area and shut down your appliances.

How You Can Properly Address an Unbearably Hot Second Floor

There are some days in the summer that tend to get hot and humid. But so long as your air conditioning system is properly cared for and well-maintained, then your home should stay cool and comfortable throughout the season. If you notice a higher temperature on your second floor despite it being relatively cool on the main floor, this can be caused by several factors. Our team at Schmitt talks more about this below.

Why Should You Match Your HVAC System Replacement?

If you’re planning to replace your split HVAC system, many heating and air conditioning replacement technicians recommend having your replacement “properly matched”. You may have heard this before, but having a matched system is important, especially if you want it to be worth your investment. Our team at Schmitt talks more about this below.