It’s a hot day outside, and all you want to do is sit inside your house and enjoy the cooling air of the AC unit. Except you can’t even do that because when you turned it on, you found that the AC unit is actually blowing hot air from the vents. Now, you’re sitting there,…
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Is there anything more frustrating than an air conditioning system not turning on on a hot day? Perhaps the only thing that could be more frustrating is the air conditioner blowing hot air when you need the home to cool down. If your air conditioner refuses to jump into gear, you probably want to know…
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Your air conditioner has two main parts, one inside your house and another outside. Both contain important pieces needed to cool your home. The outdoor part includes a fan, condenser coils, a compressor, and a refrigerant line designed to move the heat inside your home to the outside air. This complex process relies on the…
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San Jose, CA, and the Bay area typically have a mild climate all year round, but temperatures can dip into the 40s during the coldest months of the year. That’s why your furnace must be in good working order before the winter season begins. The experts at Calvey Heating and Air are available to repair…
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New refrigerant changes are coming in 2025, affecting homeowners throughout San Jose, CA, and nationwide. This transition changes the type of refrigerant used in a home’s HVAC system. At Calvey Heating and Air, we understand how important it is to return to a cool and comfortable home after a day at Montgomery Hill Park or…
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It’s possible to replace your AC unit without replacing the furnace, but making the decision involves a few strategic considerations. Replacing your AC unit when it finally wears out is essential for ensuring a cool and comfortable respite in your home during California’s sweltering summers. While your furnace may not be at the forefront of…
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Heat pumps are an economical and energy-efficient way to cool your Bay Area home. When well maintained, they use less energy than traditional cooling systems and can cool more effectively when properly sized and installed. Read on to discover more about how a heat pump cools a house so your home can be an oasis…
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With potential for improved energy efficiency, performance, cost savings, and other advantages, heat pumps are an increasingly popular HVAC option for homeowners in California and other areas. However, each home is unique and it’s important to explore all the factors when deciding whether to replace your furnace with a heat pump. At Calvey Heating and…
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Are you considering installing a heat pump in your Bay Area home? Great choice! A heat pump offers significant benefits, including energy efficiency and tax incentives. Like any big appliance purchase, there are always important factors to consider. We’ve compiled a summary of benefits, considerations, and what to expect with your heat pump installation to…
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Are you interested in the air quality in your home? Wondering how to test, monitor, and enhance it the best way possible? Look nowhere else. Here are a few telltale symptoms of bad air quality, a few techniques to check out what weird stuff is floating around in your house, and even a simple method…
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