Can you imagine a scorching hot day here without air conditioning? During those dog days of summer, your air conditioner can be your very best friend. Be sure to perform basic maintenance regularly and invest in a professional AC tune-up at least once a year. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, good…
Many homeowners close off vents in unused rooms to manage household temperatures or reduce energy costs. This may seem like a logical way to cut down on energy consumption, but closing vents can negatively impact heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. In this blog, we’ll explain why closing vents in an unoccupied room is…
The sun is out, the weather is perfect, and the trees are starting to bloom. Spring is officially here! And because we’re a month or two away from the first real heatwave hitting (if we’re lucky), nearly every homeowner asks the same question: “Do I really need to pay for an AC tune-up…
When it comes time to replace your current standard-efficiency furnace, there are so many decisions to make. One of the primary ones is what level of efficiency you need for your new system. It’s common to assume installing a higher-efficiency furnace is the best choice. But that’s not always the case. When it comes to…
If you’re considering upgrading your heating, cooling, or electrical systems, 2026 is a critical year to act. State-run HVAC and home energy rebate programs have been rolling out nationwide—but they come with limited funding and first-come, first-served availability. As more homeowners turn to rebates to offset the cost of energy-efficient upgrades, remaining funds can be…
Everyone wants to save money on heating bills, especially when the winter temperatures start to drop. We love helping homeowners’ lower energy costs without skimping on comfort. One of the questions we often hear from our customers is, “Is it okay to turn the heat off when I leave the house and then…
The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer?
If you are looking for an HVAC system that heats and cools your Peoria home, lowers energy bills, and is easy on the environment and your budget, consider an air-source heat pump.
In the winter, being snug as a bug in a rug in your home can be cozy, but it can also play havoc with your indoor air quality (IAQ) here in Washington, creating some significant health problems. At Garber Heating & Air Conditioning, we recommend taking precautions to avoid the common issues associated with winter indoor air quality.
Winter in Morton is shaping up to be especially harsh this year. Can you imagine not having your furnace to help you make it through? You go to turn it on … and instead of rushing warm air through your ducts, it rattles, groans, and then just sits in sullen silence, clearly protesting another season of overworked servitude.