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Homeowner holding a jar of savings to represent buying a heat pump instead of a furnace.

Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense

January 30, 2025

Under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, the federal government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to homeowners who buy heat pumps. The financial incentives aim to wean consumers away from fossil fuel-based home heating, such as natural gas furnaces, and steer them to efficient and environment-friendly electric heat pumps.

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Technician replacing the filters of a Westminster homeowner's ductless system.

What Maintenance Is Needed for a Ductless System?

January 15, 2025

As with any heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system, you need to protect your investment. By neglecting regular maintenance, you will shorten your system’s life span and greatly reduce how well it functions, as our Efficient Comfort professionals witness quite often.

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How Does a Gas Furnace Work?

December 27, 2024

A furnace is a big part of your life—whether you realize it or not. It keeps your Boulder home warm and can help with your indoor air quality (IAQ).

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Mounted ductless mini split above couch in Westminster, CO, home.

Ductless Mini Splits for Comfortable and Healthy Living

December 16, 2024

Modern homes are well-insulated—which is excellent for temperature control but not ideal for air quality. Your home can trap molecules that trigger allergies or other respiratory issues. That’s why adequate ventilation and balanced humidity are so important.

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5 Tips to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality This Fall

November 25, 2024

Get ready for cooler weather here in Broomfield—fall is around the corner! When the outdoor temperatures start to drop, you probably will spend more time inside your home. Be sure to focus on enhancing your indoor air quality (IAQ) so that you can boost your overall home comfort and enjoy the autumn season to its fullest.

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New heat pump outside home in Westminster, CO.

Transitioning Your Heat Pump

November 15, 2024

One reason Colorado homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace and air conditioning system, you can simply transition your heat pump from the heat setting to the cooling setting and vice versa as seasons warrant.

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Married couple with daughter on couch, wrapped in blankets. Trying to stay warm due to furnace issues.

Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?

October 30, 2024

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Boulder home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room, causing spotty heating or cooling.

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Father wheeling children through the leaves of their Westminster, CO, home, to represent info on Fall HVAC maintenance.

Fall HVAC Maintenance

October 15, 2024

Here in Colorado, we’ve reached the season that makes you say, “Gosh, it’s so dark out. Is it really only six in the evening?” Before the days get too short, remember to check off heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance from your autumn to-do list.

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Blank thermostat in Westminster, CO, home.

Why Is My Thermostat Blank?

September 30, 2024

It is an “Oh no!” moment when you approach your home’s thermostat and see its screen is blank.

Is it serious? Does it mean your furnace, heat pump, or air conditioning is broken? Not necessarily. In fact, most of the time, it is something minor and can be easily fixed.

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Is My Home Energy Efficient?

September 16, 2024

You hear it all the time—buy energy-efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment to lower your Colorado utility bills!

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