Understanding HVAC Sizing: Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better

October 10, 2025

An air conditioner or furnace that’s too large can short-cycle, leaving rooms musty and wasting energy. A unit that’s too small may run nonstop without ever hitting your target temperature. Finding the right balance requires more than selecting the largest model on the lot. Why Proper Load Calculation Matters Sizing an HVAC system starts with a Manual J load calculation. Technicians measure your home’s square footage, ceiling heights, window types, insulation levels, and orientation to the sun. They factor in local climate, occupancy patterns, and even the heat from appliances. This data plugs into specialized

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How Does Properly Sealing Your Home Affect Your HVAC Performance

September 8, 2025

Because heating and cooling bills are some of the most expensive bills that homeowners have, it’s no surprise that you may be looking to optimize the performance of your HVAC system. While suggestions like upgrading your equipment may be great for reducing your energy bills, not everyone has the budget for that. Fortunately, all you need is a little weatherstripping to enhance HVAC system performance. Understanding Air Leakage Over time, air leaks can develop on your exterior walls due to the expansion and contraction of the building materials used to construct your home and natural shifting

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Why Preventing Refrigerant Leaks Is Essential for an AC

June 5, 2025

Refrigerant is the key material inside an air conditioner that enables it to remove heat from your home and transfer it outdoors. Without refrigerant, your system can’t cool effectively. Even a small refrigerant leak can reduce efficiency, sometimes causing your energy bills to climb by 15–20% or more. And it’s not just a comfort or cost issue — older refrigerants, like R-22, are classified as potent greenhouse gases, with global warming potentials thousands of times higher than carbon dioxide. That’s why spotting and preventing refrigerant leaks isn’t just good for your wallet — it’s

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The Impact of Landscaping on Your HVAC System

May 9, 2025

Most of us groom our yards for curb appeal, but your landscape can significantly impact more than just your curb appeal; it can also affect your HVAC system. What you plant, where you plant it, and how you maintain your landscape can have a positive or negative impact on your HVAC system. Your HVAC System Needs Breathing Room Outdoor HVAC units require ample space to operate effectively. Your condenser can’t work correctly without sufficient airflow. Without adequate ventilation, your unit may struggle to transfer heat, requiring it to work harder to maintain its temperature. Over

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Zoning for Greater Control of Temperatures Throughout the House

June 1, 2024

Zoned HVAC offers you an excellent way to reduce hot and cold areas in your home without installing an entirely new system. With a zoning system, you can control rooms and areas through separate thermostats, giving you greater control over the comfort of your house in Bellevue. What Is a Zoning System and How Does It Work? A zoning system utilizes your existing HVAC system to provide versatile comfort throughout your house. Many homeowners find it a chore to keep the upstairs cool in the summer. Zoned cooling systems allow you to control these spaces

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