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Choosing a HVAC Contractor to Install Your Furnace, Boiler, or Air-Conditioner in the Greater Cincinnati Area

Choosing a good contractor to install a new furnace or central air conditioner or perform any repairs can be as important as the equipment you choose, because proper installation and maintenance is needed for the equipment to operate safely, reliably, and at maximum efficiency. Here are some things to consider when making your choice. Most leading residential contractors belong to the Air Conditioning…

Fact or Myth: Can You Get a Sore Throat From an Air Conditioner?

Many homeowners blame their seasonal scratchy and sore throats on allergies. But did you know air conditioners and heating systems can also cause a sore throat? If there’s a myth about air conditioners causing sore throats, it’s that your home’s HVAC system is making you sick.  Several air quality issues can occur if your equipment isn’t properly installed or maintained.…

How to Keep Your HVAC System Running Smoothly Through the Holidays

The holiday season is a busy time of year, when the focus is on family and friends, and budgets are often stretched thin due to gift giving and entertaining. It can be a fine balancing act as homeowners attempt to stay warm and cozy while keeping energy bills in check, but with a little ingenuity and some great tips from National Heating…

Increasing the Airflow in Your House

Not much is as unpleasant as a stuffy, hot home, especially in the dead of summer. If you notice that your home is full of dry, musty air and you can’t figure out why, you need to take a closer look into your HVAC system, as this is usually the biggest proponent! Figuring out issues with your HVAC unit is…

Creating Comfortable Converted Living Spaces

Converting an unfinished area of your home into a livable space is a tempting option to host guests, make money on rent, accommodate a growing family, house an aging parent, create a home office, or simply add value to your home. Attics, garages, and barns can all be converted into additions that expand the livable area of your house. However,…

5 Common Causes & Solutions for Poor Home Airflow

When it comes to home comfort, temperature isn’t the only factor that can make a major impact. Proper circulation is critical for temperature regulation, air quality, and even health and well-being. If you’ve noticed reduced airflow in your home, it’s important to determine the root cause and improve circulation throughout your home. In this article, the HVAC experts at National…

Converting a Garage to a Living Space

The past year has changed many lives, and people spent more time than ever in recent years locked down at home. With offices, restaurants, theaters, gyms, and other venues closed, quite a few have turned to converting their garage into either a place to work or a retreat where they can rest and relax. Some have added bedrooms; others, home…

Incentives, Rebates, and Ways to Save Money on Home Performance Upgrades for Cincinnati Residents

Few things are as rewarding as a home performance project that leaves your home a more comfortable place for you and your family to live. It can be incredibly rewarding to see your utility bills drop as you use less energy. However, there’s no denying these projects cost money. At National Heating & Air Conditioning, we want to ensure that…

How to Prolong the Lifespan of Your AC Unit

Air conditioning units are designed to live for a pretty long time, but sometimes it may not seem to last as long as it should, or as long as you might want it to. Just because a manufacturer’s warranty covers for up to a certain amount of time doesn’t mean that will be the lifespan of your unit. Keep reading…