Is a Heat Pump Cheaper Than Electric Heat?

January 20, 2023

Which Costs More, Electric Heat or Heat Pumps? Here at TS Heat & Air, we often field questions about heat pumps that reflect a fundamental misunderstanding of how they work. For example, plenty of people ask us whether a heat pump costs more to operate than an electric furnace or other electric resistance heating system. Since electric furnaces are, by definition, 100% efficient, plenty of people don’t see how a heat pump can beat them. However, they can, and they do. Here’s an overview of how electric heat works compared to heat pumps and why the latter is the energy efficiency, and

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Heat Pumps vs. Furnaces in the Wintertime

December 19, 2022

When it comes to heating your home in the winter months, you need a home heating system that you can rely on. Two trendy choices on the market today include heat pumps and furnaces. Understanding how both perform in the wintertime can help you better decide which is best for your home environment. How Do Furnaces Work? Furnaces are the most popular residential heating system used throughout the United States. They work in all different environments and are commonly fueled by oil or gas. Furnaces will utilize a pilot light or igniter to ignite

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How Heat Pumps Switch From Cooling to Heating

November 20, 2022

Heat pumps are a great choice in Oklahoma City and surrounding areas. They will reduce your energy costs and ensure your home stays warm all winter and cool throughout the summer. A heat pump sits outside your home and is almost identical to a central air conditioner except for one major difference. Both units use refrigerant to capture latent heat from a home and transfer it outside. The difference is that a heat pump can change which direction the refrigerant flows in order to capture heat from the air outside and transfer it inside to warm up the building. Let’s

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Common Problems Heat Pumps Run Into in the Winter

October 20, 2022

What are the common issues that heat pumps have during winter? If you live in a region with harsh winters where temperatures often drop below zero, you’re more than familiar with the practical difficulties of your heat pump unit. However, when the weather gets really, really bad, you may also find that your heat pump is not as efficient as it used to be. This is because of a few different factors, not least of which is the weather conditions. The following are some of heat pumps’ most common issues during the winter months. Defrost Cycle

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How an AC Technician Replaces an AC Unit’s Motor

September 20, 2022

In AC units, motors are used to move the air and the refrigerant. This movement provides air conditioning. Without proper maintenance or because of prolonged use, HVAC motors may develop faults. The resulting damage may cause the entire AC unit to stop working. AC technicians are trained to check, repair, and replace any damaged parts. Signs That Your AC Unit Needs a Tune-up Cooling fans will not turn on Fan blades rotate slowly when AC is on Rattling noise coming from the condenser unit Burning smell Blown fuse

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How Efficient Are Mini-Splits Compared to Central Air Systems?

August 16, 2022

As mini-splits become more popular and homeowners are beginning to adopt them, we’re seeing an increase in questions about this air conditioning system. One of the biggest questions we are getting is whether a mini-split system is more efficient than a central air system. TS Heat & Air has proudly served the Oklahoma City metropolitan area since 1983. As a family-owned and -operated business, we understand that the customer comes first. Our service technicians strive to provide exceptional service during each visit we make to a home. One of our goals as a business is to keep our customers informed,

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What to Do About Excess Humidity When the Air Conditioner Is On

July 15, 2022

Having too much humidity in your Bethany, Oklahoma home can make your living environment hot, muggy, and downright oppressive. Indoor humidity can remain high even when your air conditioner is running. Sometimes having too much humidity is a natural consequence of having a large and active family. At other times, it may mean that your air conditioner is struggling. Knowing how to tell the difference is important. When air conditioners stop regulating humidity effectively, they’re often poised for a breakdown. Here are a few things that you can do to resolve the problem. Start by Checking and

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How HVAC Dampers Make Zoned Heating and Cooling Possible

June 14, 2022

If you’re envious of the flexibility that ductless mini-split heat pumps and air conditioners provide, you’re not alone. Many homeowners in Bethany, Oklahoma, wish that their central HVAC systems were capable of selectively heating and cooling individual rooms. Central HVAC establishes a uniform temperature throughout the entire building, and ductless mini-splits meet the unique needs of each resident by creating custom temperatures in different zones. The good news is that HVAC dampers make it possible to streamline central HVAC to perform much the same way. Just like ductless mini-split systems heat or cool single rooms, zoned systems can be used

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A Guide to Cleaning Your Window AC Unit

May 19, 2022

If you’re like most people, you probably don’t clean your window air conditioner very often or possibly avoid cleaning it at all. If you don’t make sure to clean your window AC unit regularly, it could allow mold to start growing and negatively affect the air quality inside your home. The unit also won’t work nearly as efficiently or effectively if you don’t take the time to ensure it is clean. It is important to give the unit a thorough cleaning at the start and end of every cooling season, but you should also clean it at least once a

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How Ductless Air Conditioners Work

April 19, 2022

One of the hottest topics in HVAC is the ductless mini-split air conditioner. Not only are mini-splits popular among homeowners, but they can also be a great option for small buildings and offices. For the most part, ductless systems operate like stand-alone central air conditioning units, but they include a separate electrical box outside the house that serves as the control site. The best ductless systems offer superior cooling, quiet operation, and comfort while providing an environmental benefit since they use less energy. They also tend to be more efficient than stand-alone central air conditioning units. They

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