The Advantages of Spring Time Maintenance!
The best time to schedule A/C Maintenance is early or pre-spring. Any damage or stress caused by the dreadful Midwest winter can be treated or reversed with some proper care.
A/C maintenance includes a professional walk-through and cleaning by a trained technician. We highly recommend scheduling a tune-up with your trusty HVAC company as soon as possible!
Why schedule HVAC service in the spring?
The warm weather causes a major need for reliable air-conditioning. Late spring and summer are the peak times for blasting the A/C. It’s the busiest time of the year for HVAC Repair specialists too. Anything that can go wrong with an overused air conditioning unit usually does.
By scheduling a tune-up before we reach high temperatures in Kansas City, you’re guaranteed a convenient appointment time, and a sense of relief heading into the summer. You’ll know your unit is ready to perform reliably through the summer and any necessary post-winter repairs can be dealt with at a convenient time!
Don’t wait until your AC system breaks down on a hot humid day!
Benefits of Springtime A/C Maintenance
1. Reduce Energy Bills
A tune-up keeps your unit up-to-date and your bills under control. The smoother your unit is functioning, the more reliable the unit will be and it’ll be operating cost efficiently. The more build-up and neglect in your unit means more money and repairs.
Also, proper maintenance is proven to reduce your heating and cooling bill by up to 20%!
2. Avoid Another Repair
Maintenance by trained professionals is guaranteed to lessen the need for costly repairs. When maintenance is scheduled and followed through, we are able to save HVAC units from more frequent issues and wallets from unnecessary losses. Those extra repairs are almost always more expensive than any preventative tune-up would have been.
Tune-ups and maintenance are meant to catch any problems before they become extensive and expensive. We catch any issue early and at its origin, ensuring that small issue won’t become big emergency later.
3. Extend the Life & Efficiency of Your Unit
A bi-annual maintenance could increase the lifespan of your HVAC unit by 30-50%! An average unit has a lifespan of about 15 years. With cost-effective maintenance plans, you’re looking at least an additional 5 years. On the other hand, if you neglect professional maintenance for years on end, you could experience a major repair or breakdown before the unit hits its 10th year.
Maintenance not only extends the lifespan of your system, but it also makes it more efficient. Routine maintenance tune-ups can improve your system’s efficiency by up to 25%!
Here at Lancaster Brothers, we recommend Lennox Systems for their quality and efficiency. We make taking care of your Air Conditioning needs as easy as possible. Schedule tune-ups or service over the phone or by email for your convenience. If you would like to take advantage of all of the benefits, become a member of the club! Request a Service online or call us today at (913) 648-9442!
admin April 13th, 2020
Posted In: Air Conditioning, Heating, Maintenance
Tags: AC Maintenance, AC Unit, Furnace Maintenance, Spring AC Maintenance
MOST COMMON AIR CONDITIONING PROBLEMS
I know we might not be there yet, but Spring and Summer are coming! You might be enjoying every ounce of heat right now, but come late spring and summer, you might be sick of it. Lancaster Brothers knows air conditioners like the backs of our hands. The winter can take a toll on all of our appliances, even if we don’t use them! Here are some common problems that might pop up when you first flick on your air conditioner!
DIRTY AIR CONDITIONING FILTERS
Did you forget about changing your filter this season? Or last season? Or maybe it’s been a little longer than you can remember? Dirt can clog up your filter and not only can it make your air conditioner not work, it can be bad for your health! As dirt and dust builds up in the filter, it stops working as well to catch the dust and can lead to air being blocked by all the blockage. Make sure you’re replacing your filter!
REFRIGERANT ISSUES
Just like your refrigerator, your air conditioner cools air through refrigerant fluids. Sometimes the fluids are just low and need topping off, but if there’s a leak you might have a bigger issue. If you have a leak, fluid won’t hold in the system, no matter how much you add! Without refrigerant fluid, your air conditioner can’t cool the air and subsequently, can’t cool you! If you think you might have a leak, call us up to get that cool breeze flowing again.
COIL ISSUES
The evaporating coils in an air conditioner cools down the hot air that comes into an air conditioner. The coil can freeze for a multitude of reasons, but if it does, you’ll just be getting hot air blown back out at you! If your filter is dirty, or if the refrigerant is low, your coil can freeze and won’t do its job correctly. We can fix this in a jiffy and get your air conditioner running good as new within the day!
FAN PROBLEMS
The air conditioner fan is used to blow air into the machine to cool it down. If it’s not working, you won’t be getting any air at all! Hot or cold! If the fan motor is broken, or the wiring isn’t right, your air conditioner won’t be in fighting shape at all. If your fan isn’t working, it can lead to further problems down the road that could damage the whole air conditioner, so this isn’t something to be taken lightly. If your fan is broken, make sure you get it fixed before trying to put all the pressure of an air conditioner on a broken part.
These are just a few of the problems that can plague your air conditioner and ruin your house’s great climate. If you’re having any issues with your air conditioner, make sure you give Lancaster Brothers Heating and Cooling a call!
Here at Lancaster Brothers, we recommend Lennox Systems for their quality and efficiency. We make taking care of your Air Conditioning needs as easy as possible. Schedule tune-ups or service over the phone or by email for your convenience. If you would like to take advantage of all of the benefits, become a member of the club! Request a Service online or call us today at (913) 648-9442!
admin March 12th, 2020
Posted In: Air Conditioning
Tags: AC Maintenance, AC Unit, Air Conditioning
Signs That It’s Time To Replace Your Furnace!
It can be easy to forget about your furnace with everything going on in your house, but it can be costly too! The furnace of your house is a central component in keeping your bills and keeping your family healthy, so it might be time to give that old furnace a thought! Here are some signs that your furnace might be on its last legs:
YOUR HEATING BILLS HAVE GONE UP
A big sign that your furnace is going to go out soon is a rise in your heating bill. No, it’s not the kids playing with the thermostat, as the furnace has to work harder and harder to keep up the same amount of heat, it costs you more. Getting a new furnace can slash your bill down to size. It’s not just your heating bill either, furnace repair bills start to go up as the furnace breaks down. A general rule of thumb is that if it costs over 50% of the price to repair, you might want to upgrade before it breaks for good!
THE AGE OF YOUR FURNACE
Nothing good lasts forever. That applies to your furnace too! As your furnace ages it becomes harder and harder for it to do its job efficiently. This leads to all sorts of headaches, not the least of which might be a coooold winter. If the furnace in your house is nearing twenty years of age, it might be time for retirement!
WORSE AIR QUALITY IN YOUR HOME
Have you been getting sick more? It might not just be the season, it might be the air in your home! If your furnace is struggling, it can’t efficiently regulate air in your home, leading to all kinds of problems. Ask us how to improve the humidity and indoor air quality in your home with our Lennox Healthy Climate indoor air products.
IT SOUNDS BAD
If you can hear your furnace wheezing and banging, you don’t want to ignore it! As a furnace dies, it will start making erratic and spooky noises. No, it’s not a ghost, but you should still call the experts to come check it out!
TIME FOR A REPLACEMENT?
If your furnace has been exhibiting these signs, call Lancaster Brothers today! We specialize in heating and cooling of all kinds. You’re probably lucky, we have some great deals and rebates on new furnaces from Lennox, so give us a call to make your family (and your checkbook) happier!
admin February 20th, 2020
Posted In: Heating, Indoor Air Quality, Maintenance, Uncategorized
Surprise! – Heating and Cooling Services with No Surprises
Surprises can be fun – surprise birthday parties, surprise proposals, surprise baby showers. But sometimes, surprises can be bad. Like when you get a bill for something that you thought was going to be much cheaper than it was.
Luckily, you’ll never experience that at Lancaster Brothers Heating and Cooling. That’s because we have upfront pricing. You’ll get a quote from us BEFORE any work is done, so you always know what to expect ahead of time. No surprises.
Customer Satisfaction Is Our Goal
Upfront pricing is just one of the customer-pleasing features we offer every day. We’ve been in business since 2000 and we know the secret to success is keeping our customers happy. Everything we do is customer-focused. When you choose Lancaster Brothers, you get two decades of experience in heating and cooling and in customer satisfaction.
Here are some key benefits of working Lancaster Brothers:
One Hour of Labor with All Service Calls – Really!
When you call Lancaster Brothers for air conditioning or furnace repairs, you always get an hour of labor included. When we come to your home for a repair, we don’t try to nickel and dime you to death for every minute we’re there. The problem may be small, or the problem may be large, but your service call always comes with an hour of labor costs included with your repair. We know this is not typical or even expected, but we’ve found that it’s one surprise our customers really love it.
Trained Technicians
All of our technicians are trained. They are not just trained in how to repair heating and cooling equipment. They are trained in customer service as well. That means our expert technicians can repair any brand of air conditioner or furnace because they are highly trained and know their stuff. They receive up-to-date training as technology changes. All of our technicians are going to get the job done right. But you can also expect to be treated professionally and always with a friendly smile and helpful attitude.
Get a Quality Home Comfort System with Lennox
Our focus on customer satisfaction is what has made us successful for the last 20 years and you can count on Lancaster Brothers to always have your best interest in mind. If you need heating and cooling repair in Kansas City, give us a call and you’ll see what we mean. And if you need a new furnace, we will be happy to give you a free estimate on replacing your system with a quality Lennox system. We proudly install Lennox equipment, and there are typically rebates and financing available. Our comfort specialists will be happy to go over all the options.
Call us at (913) 851-3399 or contact us online for all of your heating and cooling needs.
Chris Lancaster February 8th, 2019
Posted In: Uncategorized
Wi-Fi Thermostats: Which One Is Best for You?
These days, home automation is becoming more and more mainstream. Our devices and appliances are being networked together to provide us with seamless control over all aspects of our homes, turning them into “smart homes.” A programmable Wi-Fi thermostat is a perfect example of how the way we control our homes is being revolutionized.
Wi-Fi Thermostats Give You Control from Anywhere
A wireless, or Wi-Fi, thermostat regulates temperature, improves energy efficiency and feedback, and ensures that you’re comfortable at all times. These thermostats build upon the basic features of older programmable thermostats, but they include a large variety of added features. One of the many appeals of a Wi-Fi thermostat is that they enable you to stay connected to your home, no matter where you are. Once you sync your Wi-Fi thermostat with your router, you will have remote access from a computer or via an app on your smartphone or tablet. From the palm of your hand, you can have total control over your home’s temperature.
Popular Wi-Fi Thermostats Compared
Here are a few of the most popular Wi-Fi thermostats available today, all of which are both iOS and Android compatible.
- Ecobee3 Thermostat: This model understands when to turn on your heat or air conditioning. It tracks this based on many data points such as your home’s unique energy profile and the weather outside.
The Ecobee3 includes a remote sensor that enables you to monitor the temperature in more than one room in your house. It even senses whether anyone is home and
what rooms are occupied and will maintain a lower programmed temperature when empty saving energy and money. Ecobee3 saves homeowners an average of 23% annually on their energy bills. It is HomeKit, Apple’s framework for home automation, enabled and also works with Amazon Alexa for voice control.
Nest Learning Thermostat V.3: One of the great things about this model is that it learns the temperatures you like, and begins to program itself, all within about a week’s time. Nest is extremely energy-efficient. One unique feature is it alerts you when you choose a temperature that saves energy, and enables you to check your energy history. This Nest model also automatically turns itself down when no one is home. When Nest senses you across the room, it lights up to show you the time, temperature or weather. This model also works with Amazon Alexa for voice control.
- Honeywell RTH8580WF1007 Wi-Fi Thermostat: This touchscreen model, is ranked as the best budget model. It features remote 7-day scheduling to
accommodate your family’s busy schedule without sacrificing comfort. It also has automatic software updates as well as a “temporary hold” setting for when you’re on vacation or otherwise away. The Honeywell features voice control and works with multiple smart home systems.
If you’re interested in learning more about these programmable wireless thermostats, contact Lancaster Brothers today and let us help you decide which type is best for you. We’ll handle the installation, too.
Chris Lancaster February 8th, 2017
Posted In: Uncategorized
Another Satisfied Customer
Here is a comment from a recent system installation customer. We appreciate our customers taking time to let us now how we did.
“Thank you and lancaster brothers for the great work. The house feels great with the new system, the installation crew was fantastic, I am so glad I chose your company. Thank you again.”
DHH
Chris Lancaster September 7th, 2016
Posted In: Uncategorized
After Hours Service
At Lancaster Brothers We Strive To Give All Of Our Customers A Positive Experience:
Here is feedback from one of our customers during this hot spell.
Hi Chris. I wanted to tell you about my experience with your company. Last night about 6:30, we noticed our AC was not cooling or blowing much air. I called the emergency line and got ahold of Kevin. He asked us to look to see if the unit was blowing, etc. We were getting minimal air to come in the and heat was rising. He told me he was in Blue Springs and I told him that I hated for him to drive all the way to South Olathe at that time of night and that we could just limp along. To be honest, I thought that I might need a pay advance to pay for emergency services, so I thought I better wait. He immediately told me that an emergency call was only $165.00 (you could charge way more) and a regular call was only $125.00. That is so reasonable. I still told him I hated for him to drive that far. He told me “ I would rather come and check on it tonight, besides, that is what we are here for “. He came and fixed it and was so professional and nice. We have had construction/remodeling in our basement and concrete dust had restricted and cause the unit to freeze up. My bill was still $165.00.
You guys run a TOP NOTCH business and I appreciate it so much!! Just thought I would let you know
Chris Lancaster July 24th, 2015
Posted In: Uncategorized
Spring Project Planning – Don’t Forget Having Your AC Checked
While making your notes of all the things you want to get done this Spring don’t forget to think about your family’s comfort. It is not to early to start planning for Spring projects like getting your air conditioning maintained. The sun will eventually come out and the temperature will rise. Make sure your air conditioning unit is ready to operate efficiently on those warmer days.
We are able to schedule these appointments up to eight weeks out to insure our customers get the dates and time frames that best fit their schedules. Call us today so we can help you mark that off your Spring to do list!
Chris Lancaster March 3rd, 2015
Posted In: Uncategorized
Lower Temperatures & Less Humidity
We are approaching that time of year when we spend more time in our homes and our heating systems will be working harder. Lancaster Brothers wants your family to be warm and cozy! Did you know that by adding humidity to the air it actually makes a home feel warmer? Ever walk across your carpet and have static electricity? Do you or a family member suffer from dry sinus passages? If so, Lancaster Brothers can help ease those annoying problems by adding a whole house humidifier to your heating system. Contact us today so we can help you live more comfortably.
Chris Lancaster November 25th, 2014
Posted In: Uncategorized
Winter Furnace & Carbon Monoxide Check
The Royals are heading to the World Series! We know this baseball season has been exciting for sports fans and we are looking forward to a World Series Win.
But………………….
We also want all of our customers to live in a healthy and safe home that is why we are reminding everyone that it is time to call and schedule a maintenance check on your heating system. Every year there are stories in the media about carbon monoxide poisoning in homes. We at Lancaster Brothers take safety very seriously and strive to maintain high quality and safety standards for all of our customers. Like a World Series Win we want our customers safe!
Chris Lancaster October 17th, 2014
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