What is MERV? How do you choose the right MERV rating for your home or facility, and is it important? You buy air filters whether you own a home or manage a business. You do this because indoor air quality is essential, and every HVAC system requires you to change the filters regularly. Your air quality and circulation efficiency depend on clear, clean, unclogged air filters as part of the system. If you go to the store or search for air filters online, you'll need to know your unit's filter … [Read more...] about What Are MERV Ratings?
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What Is a Heat Pump System? – Advantages of a Heat Pump
At Thomas Hoffmann Air Conditioning & Heating LLC, we can help you figure out which heat pump system will be the best fit for your home. When you think about cooling your home, you likely think about air conditioning. However, many people do not realize that they can use the same heat pump system that can be used for heating for cooling purposes as well. The name “heat pump” might appear a bit misleading, as heat pumps can be used for both heating and cooling. In fact, many homeowners … [Read more...] about What Is a Heat Pump System? – Advantages of a Heat Pump
Is Your Commercial HVAC System in Good Hands?
With over 30 years of HVAC experience, our commercial HVAC installation, maintenance, repair, and sales services are outstanding. Are you the building or project manager of an apartment complex, warehouse, or commercial facility? If so, it's your job to maintain and guarantee the comfort of those living or working in the building. Keeping a large facility warm or cool is critical because, if done inefficiently, it can lead to losing clients, money, and employees. How can you ensure that your … [Read more...] about Is Your Commercial HVAC System in Good Hands?
Is Ductwork Necessary for Efficiently Heating in Your Home or Business?
At Thomas Hoffmann Air Conditioning and Heating, we can answer any questions you have regarding ductless systems and will help you determine if it's the right choice for your home or business. You can efficiently heat your home or business without ductwork. You may be wondering how this is possible. After all, your air ducts are what bring in the conditioned or heated air into your living or work space from your HVAC systems! Ductless systems, also known as ductless mini-split heaters and … [Read more...] about Is Ductwork Necessary for Efficiently Heating in Your Home or Business?
Answers to the Most Common Furnace Maintenance Questions
Have you thought about having your furnace serviced? You may be thinking about that and have other furnace maintenance questions. Temperatures are beginning to drop all around the St. Louis Metro area. If you haven't turned your furnace on yet, you soon will. Winter can be harsh enough. You don't need your furnace to go out in the middle of a chilly night. At Thomas Hoffmann Air Conditioning and Heating, we are here to answer your questions. With more than 30 years of experience, we can … [Read more...] about Answers to the Most Common Furnace Maintenance Questions
5 Reasons to Switch to an Energy Efficient HVAC System
Save money and utilize a variety of other advantages by choosing an energy efficient HVAC system! It is possible to lower your electric bill 20-30%! Energy efficiency is an important topic. We hear a lot about this subject in the media. So, what is energy efficiency, and why is it so important? Energy efficiency should not be confused with energy conservation. Energy conservation means going without a service to save energy. Energy efficiency means using less energy to provide the … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons to Switch to an Energy Efficient HVAC System