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How Cold Weather Affects Heat Pumps: Understanding Extreme Weather Impact on Your Home Comfort

As temperatures plummet, heat pumps face the daunting task of maintaining home comfort. This guide offers an in-depth exploration of how…

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5 Reasons Why a Geothermal HVAC System is the Right Choice for Your Home

Maintaining a comfortable temperature inside your home is a top priority, especially during the hot summer months and cold winter seasons.…

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What are Dual Fuel Heat Pumps & Are They Worth the Cost?

Understanding Dual Fuel Heat Pumps: A Comprehensive Guide for Homeowners As an informed homeowner, you’ve likely considered numerous ways to enhance…

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Which Air Conditioner is Better: Trane or Daikin?

When it comes to buying a new air conditioner for your home or business, there are many choices that you can…

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HVAC Companies Experiencing a Massive Nationwide Shortage of Parts & Labor

Across the country, but especially in the Southern United States, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning) companies are experiencing a massive…

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Ductless Mini Split Maintenance: Here’s How to Maintain a Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner

Ductless mini split systems provide effective heating and cooling, making it possible to provide air conditioning and heating to parts of…

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Mold in Your Air Conditioner’s Drip Pan? Here’s a Few Reasons Why…

As your air conditioner unit works hard to produce cold or cool air, it is also producing buckets, and gallons of…

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When the A/C Can’t Keep Up With Humid Conditions, It’s Time for a Change

With an average relative humidity level of 71%, Arkansas ranks in the top 15 most humid states in the country. Humidity…

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6 Benefits of a Spring A/C Tune-Up

An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure As temperatures rise, your air conditioner is put under more strain.…

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Thinking About a Generator? Standby or Portable?

If your northwest Arkansas home has suffered from power cuts or outages in the past, the thought of having an emergency…

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How the Energy-Efficiency Upgrades You Make Now Could Help You Market Your Home in the Future

While conventional remodeling jobs such as updated kitchens, new hardwood floors and beautiful backyards are still very popular, investing in energy-efficient…

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Your Houseplant: Pretty and Practical as an Air Purifier

Most of us are taught in basic, elementary school science classes that plants take in the carbon dioxide we breathe out…

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Fall Allergies in NW Arkansas: The Right Filter Can Make a Difference

Northwest Arkansas usually begins experiencing cooler temperatures in late September. While you might think that allergy symptoms would begin to dissipate…

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Your New Furnace: How a Pro Will Size It

Homeowners are always looking for ways to cut their energy costs. This could be anything from regularly changing HVAC filters and sealing…

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Heat Pump and A/C Thieves Can Take a Bite Out of Your Pocketbook; Protect Your Property

In recent years, copper has become more valuable. As the price for scrap copper rises, thieves are tempted to cash in…

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Potential Ductwork Problems You’ll Want to Address ASAP

Poor airflow through your ducts creates poor energy efficiency in your system. To avoid this problem and the increasing energy bills…

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A Ventilation System Is Great for Fresher Air, But Get These Benefits As Well

If your Northwest Arkansas home is newer or tightly sealed, your indoor air quality may be lacking. Particles such as mold…

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Buying a Furnace This Year? Do Your Homework Now

If it’s time to buy a new furnace, do some research to understand how furnaces are rated and what options are…

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Electronic Air Cleaner Maintenance Helps Clear the Air in Your Home

Electronic air cleaners are great at clearing your air of pollutants that can compromise the health of you and your family.…

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Follow the Energy Star on a Path to Efficiency in Your Springdale Home

Have you been looking for an easy and reliable way to save money on your utility bills? If so, you may…

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Put Smoke Alarms and CO Detectors on Your Fall Home Maintenance List

It’s important to never overlook the importance of having working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors in your home. Like…

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Strike a Balance for Home Humidity for Better Year-Round Comfort

“It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity” is a common refrain here in Arkansas. The truth is that both elements play a…

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Duct System Design: Get It Right the First Time, or Circle Back for a Do-Over

A home’s duct system should be designed to minimize the potential for air leaks, obstructions and the buildup of debris, while…

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Run Through Your Fall Heating Checklist, Then Relax as Seasons Change

Falling leaves and cooler temperatures serve as a reminder to give your heating system its annual fall tuneup. Regular HVAC preventative…

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Energy Tax Credits Help Take the Sting Out of an HVAC Upgrade

If you’ve been putting off that crucial upgrade to your home’s HVAC system for financial reasons, there’s no better time to…

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Heat Pump Replacement: Size Really Matters When It Comes to Efficiency

If heat pump replacement is on your to-do list this season, sizing the new system properly to meet your heating and…

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Teach Kids About Energy Savings to Encourage Good Habits for Life

Whether you’re planning to upgrade your incandescent light bulbs to compact fluorescents, looking at a full-scale home energy assessment, or aiming…

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A High-Efficiency A/C Can Pay Back Your ROI, but There Are More Benefits

Every central air conditioner sold today earns a Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) number. The rating is posted on the bright…

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A/C Compressor Issues? Try these tips first.

What’s an air conditioning compressor? Basically, it’s like the heart of the system. It’s responsible for pressurizing the refrigerant that runs…

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Geothermal System Benefits Are Many: Consider These

If you’re looking for one of the most efficient and dependable cooling and heating systems for your northwest Arkansas home, consider…

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Prepping Your Home for Your Last-Minute Summer Getaway

It’s high summer in northwest Arkansas, making this a prime time for family road trips. Prepping your home for your summer…

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A/Cs Dehumidify, But Can They Handle NW Arkansas’ Humid Summers?

It’s no secret that it gets hot and humid in northwestern Arkansas. You can usually count on a well-maintained A/C to…

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A/Cs Are Complicated, but Here Are the Basic Functions

Northwest Arkansas can get mighty hot in the summer, and your air conditioner works hard to keep you cool during the…

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2013 Tax Credits: Time’s Running Out — Why Not Use Them This Summer?

Did you know that you could be eligible for significant savings that lower the cost of a new energy-efficient air conditioner?…

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Heat Gain in Your NW Arkansas Home: Keep It Under Control

Heat gain is defined as solar radiation that penetrates a home through windows, doors, skylights, roofs, cracks and crevices. The resulting…

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A/C Coil Cleaning Is Recommended for Avoiding Energy Waste

Your air conditioner works hard to keep your northwest Arkansas home cool all summer long, and over the course of the…

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Heat Pump Sizing Affects Humidity in Your NW Arkansas Home

Many homeowners aren’t aware of how important heat pump sizing is for efficient humidity removal in the summer. Cooling systems, including…

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Control Moisture in Your Home During Arkansas’ Humid Summers

High humidity in your home can lead to unwanted consequences including mildew, mold and fungal growth. This is especially the case…

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Ventilation Technology That Can Keep You Cooler

Adequate air exchange can alleviate and prevent poor indoor air quality (IAQ) issues in your northwest Arkansas home. Moreover, with the…

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Calculate Energy Usage and Save

Taking the time to calculate energy usage in your home can offer you many long-term savings options. Since about 13 percent…

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With a High SEER A/C You Also Need Other Factors in Place

When you purchase a high-efficiency air conditioner, you expect it to operate at its high SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio). Although…

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Advances in A/C Technology: Some Features You’ll Love

One of the most profound advances in A/C technology is the ability to achieve such high energy efficiency. An air conditioner’s…

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Keep Your Heat Pump Running Right With Semi-Annual Maintenance

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, a neglected heat pump operating in your home will consume from 10-25 percent more…

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7 Convincing Reasons to Make That Air Conditioner Replacement a Priority

While many homeowners just keep using their old A/C until it literally falls apart, there are a number of reasons why…

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Finding the Right Contractor for Your A/C Installation: A Comprehensive Checklist

As temperatures climb in Northwest Arkansas, it’s time to get things in order with your cooling system. If your A/C has…

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Your New Heat Pump: Prep Your Springdale Home, and You’ll Be Happy After It Goes On

If you have recently decided to replace your heat pump, you’ll want to make sure your home is prepped and ready…

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Manual J and Manual D: Why Your A/C Tech Should Be Thoroughly Versed

Do you have confidence in your HVAC professional’s ability to properly install your new heating and cooling systems? One way to…

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Controlling Your Cooling Costs: Why Let Soaring Temps Spike Your Energy Bills?

Temperatures are rising, and you want to keep cool without your bank account taking a major dive. Don’t let soaring temperatures…

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Key Installation Factors That Impact Heat Pump Performance

Sooner or later, your heat pump is going to need a replacement. But when it does, do you know how to…

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The R-22 Refrigerant Phaseout Means Supplies Are Even Tighter–Is It Time to Replace That A/C?

If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your old air conditioner, the R-22 refrigerant phaseout gives you a good reason to get…

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Air Conditioning Maintenance Guide: A Checklist for Spring

Want to know the secret to owning a long-lasting air conditioning unit that needs few repairs and doesn’t waste much energy?…

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Guarding Against Heat Gain in Your Arkansas Home

When temperatures begin to rise in Arkansas, along with the humidity, most homeowners turn on the A/C and don’t consider additional…

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Pairing the 2 Sides of Your Split A/C System

If you think that mixing and matching the components of your split A/C system will work, guess again. Properly matching the…

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Geothermal Air Conditioning: How It Works

Geothermal air conditioning can offer significant savings while keeping your home at a comfortable temperature this summer. A few feet below…

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Air Conditioner on Your Shopping List? Do Your Research

With summer fast approaching, now is the perfect time to consider buying or upgrading your air conditioner. Whether you simply want…

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Air Seal Your Home as Part of Your Springtime Maintenance Routine

In trying to cut your cooling and heating costs, what steps are you taking that won’t negatively impact your comfort? Have…

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Air Conditioner Troubleshooting Guide: Schedule Repairs Before Summer

Is your air conditioner ready to handle the heat coming to northwest Arkansas this summer? Between annual professional maintenance visits, there…

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Yes, Your Air Cleaner Needs Cleaning: Follow These Steps

If you have an electronic air cleaner in your home, you’re probably enjoying clean indoor air with less dust, pollen, pet…

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Air Filters: What You Should Know for Better Breathing and Optimum HVAC Performance

Your air filter’s main purpose is to protect your heating and cooling equipment from dirt and dust in the air, but…

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Boost the Indoor Air Quality in Your NW Arkansas Home With These Upgrades

Spring is finally here, and you know what that means. Allergies. The high levels of allergens in the air this time…

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Keep Your Heat Pump in Top Form With Spring Maintenance

Summer can bring a lot of hard work for both your heat pump and HVAC professionals. This makes spring the ideal…

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Energy-Saving Tips for Arkansas Homeowners or Homeowners-to-Be

Home energy conservation is one way you can save money while also helping the environment. No matter if you are an…

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Geothermal System Isn’t Running? Try These Simple Fixes First

If your geothermal system isn’t running, there’s a good chance that you’ll want to seek professional help. Before that happens, though,…

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Follow Proper Duct Design, Eliminate Improper Home Pressure

Whether you’re undertaking new construction or a duct retrofit with a heating/cooling system upgrade, proper duct design provides efficient air pressure…

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3 Steps To Better Home Safety

Most households can easily increase safety in the home environment by taking a good, long look around the home. Here are…

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Have You Been Faithfully Changing The Furnace Filter This Season?

Your indoor air is one of the top five environmental hazards listed by the U.S. EPA. Reducing particulate contaminants such as…

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Humidifier Leaks Can Lead To Big Problems: Finding The Source

Whole-house humidifiers provide Northwest Arkansas homeowners a variety of benefits such as optimizing home comfort, protecting possessions and helping to keep…

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Has Your Furnace Stopped Working? Call Paschal Heat, Air, Geothermal & Generators

Has your furnace stopped working all of a sudden? The unexpected breakdown of your home’s heating system is definitely a good…

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Geothermal Heating And Cooling Systems Exceed Expectations

When you want the best, most reliable HVAC equipment for your home, consider geothermal heating and cooling systems. The U.S. Department…

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Heat Pump Problems and Troubleshooting Tips

Heat pump problems can occur at any time, leaving you in an uncomfortable situation and wondering what to do next. It…

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Promote Water Heater Safety: 1 Tip You Can’t Afford To Ignore

The average household has numerous appliances. When one of them is not functioning correctly, you rarely have to worry about an…

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Choosing An Air Cleaner? Review Available Options

If you suffer from allergies or asthma, the air in your northwest Arkansas home may be part of the problem. According…

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Tax Credits You Shouldn’t Miss For 2013

This is a good year to move ahead with those energy-efficiency improvements you’ve been wanting to do around your house. With…

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Top Insulation Choices: Cellulose And Fiberglass

Superior attic insulation literally takes top billing for providing an energy-efficient, comfortable and healthy home. Loose-fill cellulose and fiberglass are top…

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Use Whole-House Humidification To Flush Out The Flu

For years, medical professionals have been telling us that cold weather alone doesn’t cause influenza and other viruses. Yet the flu…

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Water Heater Won’t Deliver Steamy Showers? Pinpoint The Cause

The best thing about waking up to a cold morning in Arkansas is taking a hot and steamy shower that relaxes…

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Get Rid Of Ice Dams And Save Your Roof

With most of northwest Arkansas in the last weeks of winter, it’s important to keep an eye out on your roof.…

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Energy Star’s ‘Most Efficient’: Why It’s A Homeowner’s Best Bet

For the past 20 years, the search for new heating or cooling equipment has always included the perfect tool to assist…

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Why Pleated Air Filters Do A Good Job Of Cleaning Your Air

There are many types of HVAC filtration media for homeowners in northwest Arkansas to consider. A pleated air filter is not…

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Attic Ventilation Can Solve Your Moisture Issues

Excess moisture in the attic is just one of those problems that most homeowners don’t notice until it’s too late. A…

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A Cracked Heat Exchanger Needs Expert Attention

If you heat with gas, learning that you have a cracked heat exchanger in your furnace demands your immediate attention. The…

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Good Ductwork Design: 5 Key Elements Your Installer Should Strive For

Proper ductwork design takes detailed planning in conjunction with your new home design or making smart cost-effective modifications for your remodeling…

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Your Current HVAC System May Not Be Able To Handle That Second-Story Addition

Adding a second-story addition to your home can be an exciting prospect, but the truth is that some HVAC systems may…

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UV Lights Plus Your HVAC System Equals An Rx For Mold, Mildew And Bacteria

Mold, mildew and bacteria are three things you don’t want floating around in your indoor air. Yet your HVAC system can…

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A Standby Generator Can Prevent The Inconvenience Of A Wintertime Power Blackout

You have many options available to make sure you’re prepared for all that winter can throw at you, from installing a…

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Static Electricity in Your NW Arkansas Home During The Winter? Annoying And Potentially Costly

Static electricity in your home may be the first indicator that your indoor air is too dry. That zap is not…

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ERVs And HRVs: What’s The Difference, And Which is Best For Your NW Arkansas Home?

No matter if it’s a hot and humid summer day, or if it’s in the middle of a long wintertime cold…

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Give Your Whole-House Humidifier A Helping Hand This Winter

Maintaining your heating system is obviously important for comfortable temperatures and lower utility bills during winter. However, when it’s nice and…

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Geothermal System Got Your Interest? Here Are The Steps An Installer Will Take

If you’ve already decided on a geothermal system, or are interested in learning more, the following information will help you understand…

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Attic Fans: Ventilation Is Critical To Your Attic’s Overall Health

Attic ventilation isn’t something at the top of most to-do lists, but it should be. This one area of home improvement…

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Carbon Monoxide Could Creep Into Your Home From Your Garage

You enjoy the perks of having an attached garage, but have you ever considered the health risks they pose? When your…

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5 Ways To Get Your Home Ready For Winter

With winter upon us, you probably should have already winterized your home. However, if you haven’t yet gotten around to it,…

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How To Prepare For An HVAC Maintenance Visit

In order to ensure your Northwest Arkansas home will remain comfortable through the heating season, you should take the important step…

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Why A High Efficiency Furnace Makes Financial Sense

If you’re like many other homeowners, the thought of making the initial investment in a high efficiency furnace may give you…

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Choosing An Air Purification System? Look For These 4 Factors

If you suffer from allergies, you might be surprised to find out that the air inside your home could be the…

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Boost Home Energy Efficiency With These Easy Projects

Winter is in full swing in Northwest Arkansas, and homeowners across the region are searching for ways to boost home energy…

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How To Be Prepared For A Winter Weather Emergency

Arkansas may be in the Southern United States, but those who live around Springdale, Fayetteville and other Northwest Arkansas communities know…

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What Keeps Your HVAC System Humming? Annual Service Calls

Heating season will soon be in full swing in Northwest Arkansas, and if you haven’t yet scheduled annual service for your…

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Have You Changed Your Air Filters Lately?

The air filter in your furnace or heat pump serves two important purposes. First, it allows your HVAC system to operate…

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How’s Your Attic Insulation? Checked Its Efficiency Lately?

Have you checked your attic to see if it is adequately insulated, or even insulated at all? Older homes in Northwest…

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Home Energy Evaluations: So What’s A Blower Door Test, Anyway?

For homeowners who want to lower their energy bills, home energy evaluations will tell them where their homes are losing energy,…

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It’s Not Enough To Insulate — You Also Need To Ventilate

Insulating your home will go a long way toward cutting down on your energy costs, especially during the winter in northwest…

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Working With Your HVAC Contractor: Furnace Terms You Should Know

When scheduling annual service on your heating system, or calling in an HVAC technician for a repair or installation, you’ll probably notice a…

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When Cold And Flu Season Rolls Around, UV Lights Ramp Up Your Protection

UV lights help keep your family healthy and well during cold and flu season. They significantly decrease the amount of mold,…

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Your Home’s Retrofit For Geothermal Cooling And Heating

If you are planning to install a geothermal cooling and heating system as a replacement for your existing HVAC system, you may need…

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Plugging The Air Leaks In Your Home: An Easy Guide To Caulking

If there are air leaks in your home, an easy way to seal many of them is with caulk. This flexible…

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The Furnace Filter: Check Often, Change As Needed

The filter in your furnace is an essential component that removes pollutants from the air before it gets heated in your…

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Is Your Home’s Duct System Up To The Job?

Winter will soon be here, and now’s the time to make sure your home’s duct system is ready for the heating season.…

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Maximizing Your Older Home’s Energy Efficiency Without Sacrificing Any Of Its Character

If you live in an older home, don’t resign yourself to higher energy costs for the sake of charm. You can…

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The Thought Of Replacing The Furnace Gives You The Shivers? Buying Tips To Ease Your Fears

Are you thinking about replacing the furnace in your northwest Arkansas home? If you are, it’s probably a good idea to…

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Energy Savers You Can’t Afford To Miss Out On

If you own a home in northwest Arkansas, then you know how much your energy bills can peak during the summer…

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This Winter, It’ll Be Easy To Save Energy Dollars

When the temperatures start to drop, it’s time to start preparing your home for another northwest Arkansas winter. A few simple…

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Belief In These Energy-Saving Myths Could Cost You

Everybody wants to save energy. And no doubt, most people think that conserving energy leads to savings on their energy bills.…

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Use Ceiling Fans To Boost Your Heating Potential This Winter

Looking for an energy-saving strategy that can be used for both heating and cooling? Consider installing ceiling fans. While most people…

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Could A Humidification System Benefit Your Northwest Arkansas Home?

Although the northwest Arkansas area is humid during the summer, it tends to get quite dry during the winter. Dry weather…

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This Fall, Make Sure Your Carbon Monoxide Detectors Are In Good Working Order

Did you know that carbon monoxide (CO) is a highly dangerous chemical, produced by the incomplete combustion of natural gas or other…

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Ready For A Furnace Upgrade? Aim For An Energy-Efficient Model

If you’re in the market for a furnace upgrade, understanding what makes a furnace fuel efficient and what that means to…

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Kick Off Fall With Preventive Maintenance For Your Heating System

As shorter days and cooler weather signal the end of summer, it’s time to think about preparing your home for the…

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Use Your Ceiling Fan In Winter? Absolutely

Fall is upon us and the cold winter months are fast approaching. Though you may not think you have any further…

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A Carbon Monoxide Detector Is A Key Part Of Home Safety

It’s impossible to detect poisonous carbon monoxide gas on your own because you can’t see it or smell it. The United…

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Get Started On Winterizing Your Home Before The Temps Plunge

As winter approaches, don’t delay preparing your house for cold weather. The best time to begin winterizing your home is before…

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The Best Time To Schedule A Furnace Tuneup? Right Now

Winter heating might not be on your mind just yet, but that chilly northwest Arkansas winter weather is just around the…

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Breathe Easy This Winter With A Whole-House Humidifier

Are you looking for a way to improve your home’s indoor air quality this winter, and ensure the comfort and health…

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Make Energy Efficiency A Priority With Duct Sealing

Leaky ducts can take quite a toll on the efficiency of your HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system, allowing heated…

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Take Control Of Your Heating Bills This Winter

It’s almost that time of year again, where the days seem shorter, the air seems cooler and winter seems to be…

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Insulation 101: What You Need To Know

One of the best ways you can prepare your home for the cooler months is to make sure that you have…

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A Problem With Your Heat Pump? When To Call Your Contractor

Heat pumps do a great job of efficiently and cost-effectively heating and cooling your home, particularly in a climate like ours…

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Is Your Home A Prime Candidate For Zoned Cooling?

Is your Northwest Arkansas home too hot in some areas, or too cold in other rooms? If so, your home might be…

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Finding And Fixing Those Tiny Air Leaks

Even tiny air leaks can add up if there are a lot of them in your Northwest Arkansas home. To improve…

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Determining Your Need For Whole-Home Dehumidification

Humidity in the summer can be a problem in our area, fostering an environment for the growth of mold and bacteria…

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Energy Vampires: Oh, How Easily They Overpower A Home

The Natural Resources Defense Council reports that DVRs, satellite programming and game consoles drain two-thirds of their total energy usage when…

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Interested In A Geothermal System? You Can Still Get That Nice Tax Credit

You may have heard that the tax credits available for installing new HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) equipment have expired,…

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Taking Advantage Of Information On The EnergyGuide Label

If you’re like most Arkansas homeowners, you’re tired of paying outrageous energy bills. Upgrading to highly-efficient home comfort equipment can help…

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Insulation And Ventilation: 2 Remedies For An Attic That’s Running A Temp

When your attic is running a temperature due to inadequate insulation and ventilation, your whole house gets sick. You may not…

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A Safety Cap For Your Air Conditioner: Why You Need One Right Now

A dangerous practice, mainly among teens, is putting your air conditioner at risk and harming the long-term health of the environment…

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3 HVAC Maintenance Tips That Will Help You Fend Off Indoor Allergies

The temperatures in Northwest Arkansas can be in the 70s or higher for much of the year, so most homeowners are…

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Standby Generators Make Summer Outages A Non-Issue

[fusion_text]Summer has arrived, and for those of us in Northwestern Arkansas, that means thunderstorm season is charging into full swing. Losing…

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Routine HVAC Maintenance Saves Energy Dollars

Saving energy saves you money — it’s as simple as that. And ensuring that routine HVAC maintenance is performed on your…

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Determining Which Geothermal Loop Option Will Work Best For Your Home

If you are interested in the high level of energy efficiency that a geothermal loop can offer, you need to understand that…

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What Makes Today’s High-Efficiency Air Conditioners Better Than Your Old Unit?

One of the greatest comforts on a hot summer day in Northwest Arkansas is to step into your cool, air-conditioned home.…

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Caution: Not Every HVAC Contractor Holds The Necessary Qualifications — What To Look For

Whether you need an installation, repair, or routine checkup, it’s imperative that you do business with a qualified HVAC (heating, ventilation…

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4 Heat Pump Efficiency Terms Every Homeowner Should Know

One of the most efficient ways to heat and cool your Northwest Arkansas home is to invest in a heat pump.…

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Is Repairing Your Air Conditioner The Answer? Or Is It Time For Replacement?

It’s the middle of another hot, humid summer in Northwest Arkansas. And that’s not the greatest time for your air conditioning…

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Reduce Energy Bills While On Summer Vacation — 3 Tips

Summer vacations can be costly, but one great way to offset the cost is to make your home more energy efficient…

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How You Apply Weatherstripping And Caulking Affects Your Level Of Success

In Northwest Arkansas, summer temperatures and humidity levels soar. If your home is not well sealed around windows, doors and in…

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Paschal Service: What We Offer On Top Of NATE Certification

Paschal Heat, Air & Geothermal offers a wide range of services for air conditioning and heating units. We sell, service and repair…

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UV Lights: Helping You Stay Healthy In Your Air-Conditioned Home

If you are looking for additional ways to improve the health inside your home, ultraviolet (UV) lights may be the right…

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Buying A Heat Pump? Take A Look At These Advanced Features

Heat pumps for geothermal systems perform dual roles as both air conditioners and furnaces. The technology utilizes the stable temperature of…

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Properly Designed And Installed Ductwork: Why It’s So Important

If you’re undertaking new construction, retrofitting your attic or basement, or upgrading your current ducts, it’s vital that you design and…

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Concerned About Your Indoor Air Quality? Ten Ways To Clean It Up

Spring is here, and that means so is the pollen and other allergens that may be causing serious allergies for you…

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Uneven Cooling? Why Your Return-Air Ducts Could Be The Problem

The key to any HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system operating efficiently and optimally is air flow. This means not…

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Geothermal Systems: Weighing Initial Expense Against Long-Term Savings

Geothermal heating and cooling is a revolutionary alternative to conventional furnaces and central air-conditioning systems. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection…

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A Zoning System: For Custom Cooling Everywhere In Your Home

Instituting a zoning system that works in concert with your HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) system is an excellent way…

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Minimizing The Risk Of Water Damage When Your A/C Is Running Around The Clock

One of the side benefits of running your air conditioner (A/C) during the summer is the humidity that your HVAC (heating,…

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Surefire Ways To Hold Down Your Cooling Costs As The Temperature Rises

Summer is on its way in Northwest Arkansas, and temperatures are climbing from one day to the next. Take these simple…

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Sizing Your New Air Conditioner: The ABC’s Of Manual J

Are you thinking about buying a new air conditioner? If so, no doubt there are a variety of factors that you’re…

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Working With Your HVAC Contractor To Optimize Ductwork Efficiency

Did you know that you can lose 60 percent of your home’s energy efficiency through your ductwork? Ductwork is one of…

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Why Get That Duct Cleaning Now? Because What’s In There Will Soon Be In Your Air

Have you ever turned on your furnace and smelled a funky odor that seemed to last for the several days? You…

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Replacing Your Cooling System? Weigh These 6 Features, In Addition To The SEER Rating

When you are looking for a new cooling system, the best place to start is with the seasonal energy efficiency ratio, or…

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It’s Getting Hot Outside — Is An Air Conditioner Tune-Up On Your To-Do List?

An air conditioner in good shape will consume a smaller portion of your home’s energy than one that is running while…

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Your Heat Pump Does 2 Jobs, Making Maintenance Doubly Important

Now that the heating season has passed, take a few moments to tend to your heat pump. It will soon be…

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Considering The Cost Of Freon, Does Hanging Onto Your Old Air Conditioner Make Sense?

If your air conditioner is over five years old, you might want to consider replacing it. Why? Newer units are up…

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Cool Ways To Keep Your Warm-Weather Energy Bills Manageable

Warm weather can mean increased energy bills in many homes, but summer also presents a number of opportunities for savings. Consider…

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Going With A Programmable Thermostat? We Like The Way You Think

Programmable thermostats are a modest, yet potent energy-saving investment that enables you to program your preferred target temperatures around the clock.…

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The Home Energy Audit: A Weekend Project That Can Yield Long-Term Savings

With a tight economy, many homeowners are looking for ways to save money on their monthly bills. One excellent choice is…

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The Time To Tend To Your Air Conditioner Is Before You Need It

As the weather keeps getting warmer,  now is the time to tend to your air conditioner and prepare it for summer.…

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Optimal Use Of Your Programmable Thermostat

A programmable thermostat can save you a lot of money, but like any tool, you have to know how to use…

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A Whole-House Approach To Lowering Your Energy Costs

Energy costs in northwest Arkansas can be high, especially if you haven’t made an effort to improve your home’s efficiency. The…

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Duct-System Noise: Banging And Clatter Mean Something’s The Matter

The source of duct-system noise may be difficult to pinpoint. Ductwork naturally expands and contracts with temperature changes of the conditioned…

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An Easy Guide To Arkansas Home Insulation

After seeing how high your winter heating bills can be without adequate home insulation, you may be interested in making an…

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When The Power Goes Down, A Standby Generator Keeps You Up And Running

When the power goes out, you’re at the mercy of nature. Here in Arkansas, a severe storm or tornado can leave…

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Invest Your Tax Return In A Heat Pump, And You’ll Soon See The Payoff

It’s tax season, and if you get money back, it’s always a good idea to invest in something that will benefit…

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Start Planning For Your Geothermal Installation Now, And You’ll Be Breaking Ground Before Summer

Geothermal systems offer some of the best energy efficiency for heating and cooling your home, as well as being durable and…

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Have You Delayed Buying A Furnace? Why An End-Of-Season Purchase Makes Sense

Buying a furnace is a major investment that will have a strong impact on your home’s energy costs and comfort for…

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Mold Prevention Strategies That Really Work

Mold causes a lot of problems for Arkansas homeowners, but there are a number of ways you can prevent mold from…

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Anatomy Of An Energy Bill: Seeing Where You Can Save Once You Know Where Your Dollars Go

Everybody wants to reduce their energy bill. But how can you lower your energy bill if you don’t know what’s driving…

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Designing And Maintaining An Energy-Efficient Duct System

For energy savings year in and year out, efficient ductwork design is a key factor. In addition to energy savings, your…

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When The Weather Gets Nasty, A Standby Generator Has Your Back

Power outages can happen at any time, but severe winter weather makes blackouts all the more likely in northwest Arkansas. When…

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How A Zoning System Delivers Custom Comfort From One Room To The Next And One Season To Another

A zoning system can be an effective solution to indoor comfort problems, all while helping you reduce your heating and cooling…

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You Can Relax — You’ve Called A NATE-Certified Contractor

Any Yellow Pages or Internet search can tell you that there are dozens of contractors to choose from when you have…

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Furnace Noise: Pay Attention To Those Clicks, Pops And Bangs

Mysterious furnace noises shouldn’t be ignored, as they often signal underlying problems that you should have addressed promptly — before they…

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Buying A Furnace Online: Why You’re Likely To Get More Than You Bargained For

Buying a furnace online may seem like a great way to save money. However, there are several factors about buying online…

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Red-Tagged Furnace: Replacing The Unit Vs. Replacing The Heat Exchanger

The day may come when you are faced with a red-tagged furnace, most likely because the heat exchanger has cracked. If…

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Compare The AFUE Ratings, But Run The Numbers, Too When You’re Buying A Furnace

If you want lower energy bills, you need a more efficient furnace. The efficiency of furnaces is determined by annual fuel…

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At Paschal Heating, Air & Geothermal, Our Work Isn’t Done Until You’re Satisfied — We Guarantee It

At Paschal Heating, Air & Geothermal, the work isn’t done until you’re satisfied — and we have the guarantee to prove…

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How A Dual-Fuel System Maximizes Comfort And Efficiency As Temperatures Rise And Fall

If you’re in the market for a new heating and air conditioning system in northwest Arkansas, consider a dual-fuel system. These…

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Your New Ventilation System: Keep These 8 Design Factors In Mind

Ventilation systems are becoming increasingly more important as homes are built with tighter and tighter exterior shells. Such tight construction is…

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Four Easy Ways To Maximize Heating-System Efficiency

An efficient heating system can reduce your energy costs while also keeping your family warm and cozy all winter long. You…

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MERV Filters: Selecting The One That’s Right For Your System

Winter is bearing down hard on northwest Arkansas, which means your furnace is going to get a real workout for several…

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Heat Pumps: Along With Advanced Features And Efficiency Ratings, Consider These 4 Factors

When buying a residential heat pump, the features and efficiency ratings of the unit are two of the most important things…

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Garage Emissions Could Be Degrading Your Indoor Air Quality — Here’s How

You probably spend a vast majority of your time indoors, especially now that the weather has turned cold. For this reason,…

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Holding Down Your Home Heating Costs As Arkansas Temperatures Continue To Drop

To avoid having to pay exorbitant heating costs as the temperatures keep dropping, you should make sure your home is prepared…

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Furnace Replacement: Choosing A Correctly Sized Unit With The Features And Efficiency Rating That Are Right For Your Home

When it comes to furnace replacement, size matters. In other words, the efficiency of your new furnace depends on it being…

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Cold And Flu Season’s Almost Here — UV Lights Can Help You Fend It Off

Cold and flu season is almost upon us and many homeowners aren’t familiar with a simple installation that can help them…

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Getting Through A Power Outage — Before, During And After

Losing your electrical power during the winter is no joke, as subzero temperatures can be potentially life-threatening. That’s why it’s smart…

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Assessing Your Lot For Geothermal Heating and Cooling

With temperatures plunging amid the rising costs of fuel bills, a geothermal heat pump is a proven way to save energy…

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Pull Out The Energy Star Yardstick To See How Your Home Measures Up

In order to better manage your home’s energy and efficiency, it is crucial to first understand where you currently stand. Energy…

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Ideal Programmable Thermostat Practices To Boost Energy Savings

When you use a programmable thermostat to control your heating or cooling system, you gain the ability to precisely manage when…

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Set Your Whole-House Humidification System To Gain Energy Savings This Winter

With a whole-house humidification system, you can dramatically improve the interior comfort of your home while also saving energy and reducing…

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Did You Know Furnace Efficiency Is (In Part) Affected By The Motor?

Furnace efficiency can be affected by factors ranging from filter cleanliness to the amount of ductwork insulation. Often overlooked in heating…

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How To Effectively Lower our Home’s Heating Load

When your budget is tight and you want to reduce your seasonal heating bills, the first thing you should do is…

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Wondering What’s All The Hype About Preventive Maintenance? Why It’s An Essential Service For Your System’s Health

Source after source will tell you that preventive maintenance is essential for your HVAC system’s continued health. They’re right — it’s…

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You Most Likely Know That Changing Air Filters Regularly Is Important, But Do You Know Why?

When you bought your heating or cooling system, you were most likely told about the importance of changing air filters regularly.…

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Get Insider Secrets From Paschal Heating, Air & Geothermal And Find Out If Your Heating System Will Last Another Season

Here at Paschal Heat, Air & Geothermal, we’ve been serving customers in northwest Arkansas for more than 40 years. We’ve seen…

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Need Increased Energy Savings? Get Home Equipment Ready For Cooler Temperatures

Some parts of the country have already seen their first snowfall, which means winter is not far off for the rest…

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Use Applicable HVAC Tax Credits Before They Expire At The End Of 2011

The U.S. government offers a variety of tax credits for energy-efficient HVAC equipment, appliances and other qualifying materials. If you want…

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Manage Air Leaks, And Stop Energy Loss In Your Home

During the winter, air leaks can cause considerable energy loss in your home — which drives up your heating bills and…

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With This Handy Buyer’s Guide, You Can Select A Heating System That Performs To Your Home’s Unique Heating Demands

When choosing a home heating system, you naturally want to be careful to choose a furnace or heat pump that will…

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Two Fuel Sources In Dual-Fuel Systems Means The Ultimate Energy Control

Dual-fuel heating systems give homeowners the best of two worlds in meeting residential comfort needs. They combine the most efficient qualities…

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Preventive Maintenance — How It Benefits Your HVAC System, Your Comfort And Your Energy Savings

As a homeowner, you may have heard about the importance of preventive maintenance for your HVAC system. You may also have…

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Have Your Plans For Heating A New Addition Hit A Snag? Ductless Mini Splits Might Be Your Best Option

If you’ve got a new addition to your home that isn’t served by your main HVAC system or ductwork, deciding how…

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Free, Renewable Energy — A Brief Guide To Geothermal Systems

If an an endless reservoir of energy existed right beneath your feet, would you tap into it? If you answered yes,…

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Five Reasons Why You Can Trust Your HVAC Systems To Paschal

You trust your HVAC system to keep you safely comfortable in your home. That’s why you should only trust the best…

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Your Energy Dollars Shouldn’t Be Wasted, That’s Why We Offer Three Levels Of Energy Savings Agreements

Who doesn’t want to save energy and money? If you want to reduce the amount of energy your heating and cooling…

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The Paschal Guarantee — Because You Deserve Quality HVAC Service

When it comes to HVAC service, you deserve the best. There are many contractors to choose from in northwest Arkansas. At…

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Keep Your Heat Pump Well-Maintained, And It Will Reward You With Long-Lasting Efficiency

As we transition from cooling season to heating season, it’s time for heat pump maintenance. Call your technician now, before you…

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With Preventive Maintenance, You Know Your Furnace Is Ready For Colder Weather

Most furnaces fail because they have not been properly maintained. You may think it is more affordable to simply wait until…

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Don’t Get Too Hung Up On The Initial Costs Of A Furnace Upgrade, It’s The Lifetime Costs That Count

You wouldn’t buy a cheap car if you knew it was going to cost you a fortune in gas and repairs.…

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Filter Neglect Means Poor Furnace Performance — Change Your Furnace Filters Regularly

Like most homeowners, residents in northwest Arkansas are looking for ways to lower their heating bills this winter. There are plenty…

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Protect Your Air Conditioner From Cold Weather — Tips For Winter Shutdown

The temperature is starting to drop in northwest Arkansas, which means it’s time for you to get your air conditioner ready…

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Top-Notch Heating Performance Depends On Proper Ductwork Design And Installation

Many homes in northwest Arkansas are losing energy through a home system they can’t even see — ductwork. Inefficient air ducts…

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Why You Should Hire an HVAC Company with Complete Geothermal “Turn-Key” Installations

Unfortunately geothermal heat pumps are not available for “off the shelf” purchase. There are many things to consider in the installation…

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Need Better Control Of Comfort? Try Zoning Systems On For Size

Do you have a home with a spare bedroom that only gets used around the holidays? Or maybe during the long,…

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Air Purification Possible With New Combined Technologies

As a resident of northwest Arkansas, you probably consider yourself lucky to live in such scenic surroundings. With the Ozarks and Beaver…

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High Efficiency Ducts Can Make A Big Contribution Towards Energy Savings

The price of energy and the cost of your utility bill increases every year. A lot of effort is put into…

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With As Much As Northwest Arkansas Homeowners Need Their A/Cs, Preventive Maintenance Should Not Be Ignored

Preventive maintenance of your home’s heating and cooling system is of the utmost importance for homeowners in northwest Arkansas. Regular maintenance…

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Look For The Energy Star Label, And You’ll See More Savings In Your Checking Account

The Energy Star label has become a symbol for energy-saving appliances and equipment. Consumers across America have been able to save energy,…

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Top Ways To Increase Indoor Air Quality

While there are many different ways you can improve the indoor air quality of your home, they can all be divided…

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Is It Time For A Cooling Equipment Upgrade? Lingo You Should Know

If you’re about to invest in a cooling equipment upgrade, we have some concepts and terms that may benefit your search.…

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Most Things In Life Aren’t Free, But Hot Water Is With Geothermal Systems

A majority of people today have the desire to save money on their energy bills. Many advanced products available on the market…

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Though Summer’s Nearing The End, You Can Continue Saving With These Air Conditioning Operational Tips

Even though summer is almost over, you can still generate energy savings with the help of a few operational tips that…

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HVAC-System Maintenance: What You Can Do Yourself, And What You Should Hire The Pros To Do

Maintaining your home’s heating and air conditioning system will lead to improved performance and a longer lifespan for the system, saving…

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New Installation? Repairs? Choose The “Paschal Guarantee”

Are you tired of sweating over your old air conditioning system? Do want to have the indoor comfort you deserve? If…

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Check Out The SEER Rating Before You Buy That New Air Conditioner

If the time has come to upgrade your aging air conditioner, finding an energy-efficient unit that still offers effective cooling power…

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Quality Service A Priority? Use HVAC Service Quotes As A Guide

Whether you require installation, general servicing or repairs to a heating, ventilation and cooling system, quality service is always a top…

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New Lennox Rebates: Major Incentive To Invest In The High-Efficiency Equipment You’ve Had Your Eye On

Are you considering switching to high-efficiency heating and cooling equipment, but are reluctant to make the initial investment? High-efficiency home comfort systems…

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Under The Surface, HVAC Contractors Are Different, Here’s What Sets Paschal, Heat, Air, & Geothermal Apart

This summer, Northwest Arkansas has experienced one brutal heat wave after another.  In conditions like these, a malfunctioning HVAC system can…

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Going On Vacation? Program Your Thermostat Before You Head Out, And You’ll Have More Money To Spend On Your Getaway

There’s no need for your home to waste energy because you’re out of town. With a programmable thermostat, you can set…

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Five Key Ways To Allergy-Proof Your Home In Peak Pollen Season in Arkansas

If you’re an allergy sufferer, going outside can be miserable. However, staying inside may not offer much relief. According to the…

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Your Contractor Will Tailor Your New Cooling System To Your Home’s Unique Requirements — Here’s How

There is no “one size fits all” for cooling systems. Your home has unique cooling needs, and your contractor should take…

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Landscaping This Summer? A Well-Designed Plan Can Help You Insulate Your Home

Landscaping around your home to work with the climate of Northwest Arkansas, as well as the conditions around your building, can…

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Looking For Better Returns On Energy Bills? Try Dual-Fuel Systems

With rising utility bills, homeowners in northwest Arkansas are looking for heating and cooling solutions. Because of volatile fuel prices, it…

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How UV Lights Fight For Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality

Ultraviolet (UV) lights are a great germicidal complement to your home’s air system.  They will make a noticeable improvement to your…

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Need To Replace Cooling Equipment ASAP? Consider All Your Options Using These Replacement Questions

With summer already blazing in northwest Arkansas, you need to know you can rely on your cooling equipment at all times.…

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Home Advisor’s Energy-Savings Tips For Residents In Arkansas

How would you like to have your monthly electricity and gas bills cut down by one-third? It is possible. According to…

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Attic-Sealing Strategies Give Homeowners In Northern Arkansas A Solid Plan For Efficiency And Comfort

With summer in full effect in Northwest Arkansas, it’s time to make sure your house stays as energy efficient as possible. …

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Tips For Choosing A Contractor For Geothermal Heating And Cooling Systems

Geothermal heating and cooling systems can reach extraordinarily high efficiency levels–but only if properly installed by a reliable HVAC specialist. That’s why…

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Humidity Grips Arkansas’ Summers With A Tight Fist, Use Dehumidification Systems To Take It Back

Summers in northwest Arkansas can feel especially sweltering because on top of the heat, there’s the humidity. Air conditioners can help…

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Use These Tips And Avoid Common Problems That Lead To Air Conditioning Breakdowns

Wicked heat comes to Arkansas in the summertime, and our air conditioning becomes our life line. If your A/C conks out…

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What Should A Contractor Check During Preventive Maintenance For Air Conditioning Systems?

With the hot, humid weather of the Northwest Arkansas summer already beginning to show itself, the last thing you need is…

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Heat Pumps: Air Source and Ground Source Options

Heat pumps offer efficient cooling and heating for your home, and are perfect for homeowners who live in Arkansas where summers…

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Buffet-Style Air Conditioning? Why Size Matters and Bigger Is Not Always Better

When upgrading or installing a new A/C system, you need to make sure the size you select is suited for your…

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Dual-Fuel Systems Get High Rankings For Efficiency

In today’s economy, saving energy is more important than ever before. One way to increase energy and money savings is to…

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Geothermal Air Conditioning System Installation Options

You know how important it is to have a good air conditioner in northwest Arkansas if you want to be comfortable…

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All Of Our Technicians Are NATE Certified. Here’s Why:

At Paschal Heat, Air & Geothermal, all of our technicians are NATE certified. That’s because NATE certification ensures you the customer…

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