Covenant Heating and Cooling Blog: Archive for January, 2018

Geothermal Heating and Cooling: What You Should Know

Monday, January 22nd, 2018

animated diagram of geothermal systemOne of the numerous Nashville, TN HVAC services we provide is the installation of geothermal heating and cooling systems. These systems operate on heat pump technology, but rather than transferring heat from the air either inside your home or from outside, geothermal heat pumps use the energy of the earth, which remains at a relatively stable temperature.

Understanding how a geothermal system works is just the beginning. We’d like to share the benefits of such a system with you, to help you determine whether or not a geothermal installation is right for you. These types of installs are typically done with new construction projects, as they do run underground. But for many homes, these systems can be retrofitted. This will affect the cost of the installation, however, what you save with a geothermal system can well than make up for this.

Now, onto how a geothermal system will benefit you!

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The Importance of Choosing a Professional Electrician

Monday, January 8th, 2018

electrician testing wiresThere are certain projects in your home that typically require the assistance of a professional. HVAC installations, for instance, or plumbing repairs (particularly big ones that require getting behind walls or beneath floors). Another type of service that absolutely necessitates a professional is any type of electrical job.

Finding reliable and affordable service providers for your home can be a challenge, certainly. But when it comes to looking for a Franklin, TN electrician, there are definitely factors you should watch out for. Choosing a general handyman or an overenthusiastic neighbor who is a “do-it-yourselfer” may cost less upfront, but in the end could cost you much more in repair costs—not to mention the injury and property damage risks you’ll face.

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