Elliott-McElwee, Inc. Blog: Posts Tagged ‘Egg Harbor Township’

Why Your AC Keeps Turning On and Off So Often

Monday, March 25th, 2024
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Are you finding that your air conditioning system seems to be constantly cycling on and off, leaving you puzzled and uncomfortable? This behavior, known as short-cycling, can be a frustrating experience for homeowners. Not only does it disrupt the cooling process, but it can also indicate underlying issues within your HVAC system that require attention.

Today, we’ll delve into what short-cycling is, why it’s a cause for concern, and how Elliott-McElwee can help you resolve this issue promptly and effectively with air conditioning repair in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.

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The Best Benefits of Annual AC Maintenance

Monday, March 11th, 2024
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When temperatures start to rise in the spring, homeowners across the nation gear up for the warmer seasons. At Elliott-McElwee, Inc., we understand the importance of maintaining your HVAC system to ensure optimal performance and comfort throughout the year. 

In this blog post, we’ll delve into the myriad benefits of annual AC maintenance and why investing in our planned service agreements can make a substantial difference in your home’s efficiency and your peace of mind. We’re your best choice for air conditioning service in Galloway, NJ.

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Common Repairs for Heating Systems

Monday, February 12th, 2024
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There are several different types of central heating systems for homes: furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, and ductless mini splits are among the most common, and our technicians work on all of them. When you’ve got trouble with heating your home, you can rely on us for heating repair in Egg Harbor Township, NJ

To give you a better idea of the different types of heating systems and the sort of work we do, we’re going to look at several of the most common repairs we perform on each of these different heaters.

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How Do I Know My Whole House Fan Isn’t Working Right?

Monday, December 18th, 2023

A whole house fan is a great addition to your home because it can help to improve indoor air quality and even lighten the load on your HVAC system. But even the best whole house fans experience problems from time to time. The trick is identifying these problems early and getting them fixed before your whole house fan breaks down and stops working completely.

You can give our team a call when you need a whole house fan repair in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. We can complete an inspection and let you know if anything is wrong with your whole house fan that needs to be fixed. If it’s getting close to time for a replacement, we can talk to you about your options for upgrading to a newer whole house fan model. In the meantime, you can keep reading to learn more about the signs that your whole house fan may not be working the way it should.

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Is Your Furnace Ready for the Holidays?

Monday, November 6th, 2023

Heating is important all winter season long, but especially during the holidays. You may be hosting family get-togethers or events in your home and you want everyone to be comfortable. Even more importantly, you want to avoid any surprise repairs that might pop up and cause problems at the worst possible time. 

The good news is that you can stay ahead of furnace repair in Egg Harbor Township, NJ by scheduling a heater maintenance appointment now. Fall is the best time to schedule heating maintenance since the season is less busy for our technicians. Keep reading to learn more about how heating maintenance can help ensure your heater is ready for the holidays. 

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Combat Wildfire Smoke and Pollution with Air Purifier Installation

Monday, September 25th, 2023

Wildfires can have a negative impact on homes, even from hundreds of miles away. If you have noticed changes in your indoor air quality following recent wildfires, it may be time to invest in air purifier installation in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.

A whole house  air purifier is the best way to combat poor indoor air quality, especially when it is caused by wildfire smoke. Keep reading to learn why your indoor air quality may still be suffering even after wildfires are put out. 

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Does Closing My Air Vents Save Energy?

Monday, August 14th, 2023

There may be times that you want to cool certain areas of your home more than others. In an attempt to do this, you may close the air vents in other rooms, so that more airflow channels to the areas that you desire.

While this is good in theory, it doesn’t actually work the way you want it to. In fact, it can put strain on your system and leave you calling our team to schedule an appointment for central air conditioning repair in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. You can keep reading to learn more about why closing your air vents is a bad idea and what you can do instead.

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Why NATE and EPA Certifications Are Important in HVAC

Monday, June 19th, 2023

Initial AC installation is one of the greatest factors in how well your air conditioner operates over its lifespan. It’s a single day out of more than a decade, but it can make or break your air conditioner’s potential. That’s why you want to make sure your AC installation technicians have the proper certifications to complete the job the right way.

Our team has both NATE and EPA certifications, meaning they’re the among highest-qualified technicians when it comes to air conditioning service in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. Wondering what exactly these certifications mean? Keep reading to learn more about why you want to hire highly qualified HVAC technicians for everything from installation to service. 

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Why Your Heat Pump Isn’t Switching to Cooling Mode

Monday, May 8th, 2023

As the temperatures are warming up, you may be ready to switch your heat pump over from heating mode to cooling mode. But after a long winter season, sometimes your heat pump can get stuck and struggle to switch back to cooling.

The good news is, there are a few things that you can troubleshoot on your own before giving us a call for heat pump service in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.

Keep reading to learn more about why your heat pump isn’t switching to cooling mode and what you can do about it. If you can’t solve the problem on your own, you’re always welcome to give us a call and we will come out and do a thorough inspection of your system. We won’t just fix the problem, we’ll help you figure out the root cause and hopefully prevent it from happening again in the future. 

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Deciding Between a Furnace Repair or Replacement

Monday, February 13th, 2023

This winter season has given most of us a hard time. As you can imagine, your heater has had to put in a lot of work. It’s probably still putting in a good deal of work even as you’re reading this.

At this point, your furnace heater may have a couple more months of use before it can be shut down for the year. You will need to consider if your furnace needs some helpful upkeep to make it through the remainder of the cold weather.

Here is a quick guide to determine what furnace service in Egg Harbor Township, NJ you need to schedule: repairs or a full system replacement.

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