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The Pros and Cons of Dual-Fuel HVAC Systems

April 7, 2025

Air-source heat pumps (ASHPs) are among the hottest trends in home HVAC. These systems are similar to air conditioners but also provide highly efficient heating. The potential downside to some ASHPs is that they have a cold-weather point at which they’re no longer as efficient. Hybrid heating (dual-fuel heat pump) is the solution, as it combines an ASHP with a mid-efficiency, typically fuel-burning, furnace. When it’s too cold for the ASHP to be efficient, the furnace provides the heating instead. Con: There May Be Higher Equipment and Installation Costs If you have an existing furnace that’s

Prepping Your HVAC System for Spring Allergies

March 7, 2025

Spring is often associated with vibrant blooming flowers, warm temperatures, and buzzing bumblebees. Even with the pleasant weather and picturesque scenery, your springtime fun can be easily thwarted by the presence of pesky allergens. Luckily, there are ways to prepare your HVAC system and help keep harmful pollutants at bay. Change Your Air Filter Your air filter is one of the most important components in your HVAC unit. It is responsible for preventing contaminants and pollutants from circulating throughout your home. These particles can include everything from mold and pet dander to dust and pollen.

Understanding the Role of Insulation in HVAC Efficiency

February 6, 2025

The purpose of a reliable HVAC system is to keep your home comfortable year-round. However, as the system ages, its performance often declines, leading to inconsistent comfort levels. Other factors, such as the quality of your home’s insulation, also play a significant role in your HVAC system’s efficiency. Proper insulation can be the difference between a system that operates smoothly and one that struggles to maintain your desired temperatures. What Is Home Insulation? Home insulation refers to materials builders use to insulate your home against exterior temperatures. These materials prevent heat transfer in specific areas, such

The Top Reasons to Schedule a Mid-winter Furnace Tune-up in Bellevue

January 10, 2025

Continuous use can put stress and strain on your home’s heating system. Learn about some of the top reasons to schedule a mid-winter tune-up for your furnace. Improved Efficiency As much as you need to keep your home warm during the winter, you may not want it to come at the expense of your electric or gas bill. A tune-up helps ensure your heater operates at peak efficiency and saves you money on your utility bills. Enhanced Safety A midseason checkup can also identify hazards like gas leaks. You can run your

Last Call For HVAC Rebates for Homeowners in 2024

December 10, 2024

There’s no doubt that purchasing a new heating or cooling system for your home can be quite expensive. In fact, many homeowners end up financing the purchase of their systems due to its high upfront cost. Fortunately, there are various HVAC rebates that homeowners can take advantage of to reduce the overall cost of their new HVAC systems, and many of them are wrapping up for the 2024 calendar year. What Are HVAC Rebates? When people talk about discounts for purchasing a new HVAC system, they typically use the term “rebate.” However, it’s important to note

Benefits of Maintenance for your CO Detector

November 8, 2024

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a silent, invisible threat that can pose serious risks to your health and safety. To keep your home protected, regular maintenance of your CO detector is essential. At Apollo Heating & Air Conditioning in Bellevue, NE, we’re dedicated to helping homeowners keep their CO detectors in top working order, ensuring your home remains a safe haven for you and your loved ones. Why Does Regular CO Maintenance Matter? Taking care of your carbon monoxide (CO) detector is vital for keeping your home safe. Carbon monoxide is a dangerous, odorless, and invisible gas that can

How to Manage Humidifier Settings in Winter and Why You Should

October 2, 2024

You count on your home’s humidifier to keep moisture levels within an ideal range, but you may not realize that your humidifier settings need adjusting as temperatures fluctuate. In the winter, it’s important to pay extra attention to the humidistat that controls your humidifier. Here’s what you need to know to manage your humidifier settings effectively. Ideal Indoor Humidity Most experts agree that you should maintain your home’s relative humidity levels between 30% and 50%. However, the term “relative” is key. Relative humidity measures how much water vapor air can hold at a given

Understanding Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality

September 1, 2024

One of the biggest hot topics in the HVAC industry today is indoor air quality. Since it has been estimated that indoor air quality can be up to five times worse than outdoor air quality, air quality has become a real cause of concern for most homeowners. We’re going to go over what indoor air quality also known as IAQ is and what you can do to improve it in your home below. What Is Indoor Air Quality? It’s important to realize that indoor air quality is directly related to how it affects the health and

New HVAC Refrigerant Regulations and the Effect on Homeowners

August 1, 2024

If you own a home here in Bellevue, NE, there’s a good chance that it has a central AC system. It would be difficult to make it through the summer heat without one. But have you ever given much thought to the refrigerant it uses to operate? Most people don’t, unless they happen to be HVAC technicians by trade. If you’re not in that group, though, there are a few things pertaining to the subject you need to know. In recent years, there have been changes to some regulations surrounding air conditioner refrigerants. Here’s everything you need to know about

8 Tips to Help Maintain Control of Your Cooling Bill

July 8, 2024

Some studies estimate that household cooling accounts for as much as 50% of your total energy bill over the summer. What many don’t know is that there are easy ways to help cut that bill down to protect your wallet over the hottest months. Follow these eight tips to maintain control over your cooling bills this summer. 1. Keep a Clean Air Filter Your air conditioner’s air filter will capture airborne contaminants before they can collect in your system and restrict airflow. Left neglected, however, they become the most common source of insufficient airflow. Plan to

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