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…
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…
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…
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…
Your home’s air quality may affect your health, energy efficiency, and comfort more than you realize. Ductwork carries warm or cool air throughout your home but, without proper upkeep, may also spread dust, allergens, and other airborne pollutants. Understanding when to clean your air ducts and the signs of dirty ductwork helps you make informed…
Have you heard that cleaning your air ducts may save your utility costs, enhance indoor air quality, and prolong the life of your HVAC system? It turns out that report is correct. If you’ve chosen to clean your ducts, you should be aware of the steps necessary to be ready. You did read that correctly.…
Air ducts run from the central air conditioner to the corners of your home. When you turn your air conditioner on, the ducts supply cold air from your system to each room. Because they’re in your walls or attic, ducts are usually safe from damage or leaks. That said, as the air ducts throughout your…
Few Things To Know Before You Clean Your Air Ducts Find out whether cleaning the ducts that keep dust out can genuinely improve the air quality inside your home—or if the job may cause more harm than good. If you want your home’s air ducts—the long channels that move warm or cooled air throughout the…
The Importance of Duct Inspection The state of your duct system can have an impact on the indoor air quality and general comfort of your house. As a result, duct inspection should be performed as part of routine home maintenance and before acquiring a property. Before Buying a House, Have Your Ducts Inspected If you’re…
How to Check, Clean, and Seal Air Ducts Air ducts should be inspected at least once a year. Keeping your ducts clean and clear of dust helps enhance air quality and the overall performance of your HVAC system. Though having your ducts professionally serviced once a year is always a good idea, there are a…