Safety Tips for Heating Pads and Electric Blankets
Although the recent reports are mixed regarding the ground hog’s prediction for a longer winter or the arrival of spring, one thing is certain: “Baby it’s cold outside!” To combat the cold season chills, many households have at least one heating pad and probably an electric blanket. Aunt Louise may even have given you one […]
Why Won’t My Air Conditioner Turn On?
Ah, summer in Georgia. The season where setting aside time to unwind is not only acceptable, but encouraged. For many, summer also means basking in the AC while outside temperatures rise well into the 90s. However, record-breaking heat and increased demand can quickly lead to an air conditioner breakdown. Having an AC that won’t turn […]
What does SEER Mean?
What does SEER mean? SEER means Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. The higher this number, the greater the cooling efficiency…and the greater your energy savings. Gov. regulations require all new models to meet 13 SEER – We offer air conditioning up to 19.5 SEER. Today’s high efficiency air conditioning systems provide better cooling and dehumidification. Trane’s […]
Landscaping Around your AC Unit
Air conditioners are certainly known for keeping your family feeling cool and comfortable, but they are not known for making your home or yard look cool. We get some blistering and muggy summers here is the greater Atlanta Metro Area, including Austell, Carrollton, Cascade, College Park, Douglasville, Hiram, and Lithia Springs. Staying cool for the […]
What to Know About Cleaning or Replacing your HVAC Air Filters
HVAC and AC maintenance is one of the most important things you can do for the longevity and energy efficiency of your home’s heating and cooling system. Whether you’re in the middle of a hot Atlanta summer or need a little heat to keep your home cozy and comfortable in the winter, regular HVAC tune-ups […]
5 Signs It’s Time to Upgrade to a Trane Heat Pump
Choosing the right heating and cooling system for your home is key to year-round comfort, but just as important is choosing the right team to install it. At Anchor Heating & Air, we specialize in Trane heat pumps designed for Atlanta’s unpredictable weather, and we’ve been helping homeowners across metro Atlanta for over 50 years. If your current system is showing […]
How Space Heaters Affect Home Health
We’re lucky to have pretty mild winters here in the Smyrna and metro-Atlanta area and investing in a whole-home furnace to get usage for just a few months doesn’t make sense for many homeowners. While electric space heaters may seem like a logical choice for home heating throughout the winter, they can actually pose a […]