HVAC Service Blog by Martin Heat & Air

Your Furnace Won’t Make the House Warm Enough? Let’s See Why…

December 25th, 2023

The reason to have a central heating system like a furnace is to keep your house warm in the winter. A simple idea. But what happens when your furnace runs, but your home doesn’t feel warm enough?

If you find yourself starting to push up the thermostat setting higher than usual trying to get the normal amount of comfort, there’s probably something wrong with your furnace. It might be something basic, or it may be something that will require you to call us for heating repair in North Myrtle Beach, SC.

To help you out, we’ll look into some of the common causes for a furnace that won’t keep up.

Ways to Tell You’ve Got a Faulty Furnace

December 11th, 2023

When your furnace won’t turn on, you know you’ve got a furnace problem.

When the furnace seems to turn on but the house has no heat whatsoever, you know you’ve got a furnace problem.

Those are all obvious cases. Not all furnace malfunctions are polite enough to explain to you so directly that something’s wrong. Furnace malfunctions often start subtle before they escalate and you suddenly find yourself scrambling to arrange for heating repair in North Myrtle Beach, SC from our experts.

Ways to Tell You Need a New Furnace Before Winter

November 27th, 2023

“Winter” is a relative term here in South Carolina. We have a winter season, but it isn’t a deep chill that requires running our furnaces through most of the day. But the weather does get cool and rainy enough that it’s still necessary to have a quality heating system. You may not know it, but that furnace you’ve relied on for many years to help you through the winter might not be ready for this winter.

How can you know that you need a furnace replacement? We’ll take a look at several of the indicators and warning signs. If you believe you need heating replacement in North Myrtle Beach, or you want a professional opinion, reach out to Martin Heat & Air. We can give you the peace of mind you need that you’ve made the right choice for home heating.

Why Go Ductless With Your HVAC? Here’s Some Great Reasons

November 13th, 2023

When you think of a residential central heating and air conditioning system, what images come to mind? Do you think of a network of ducts carrying the air to the rooms and through vents? That’s probably one of the first things you thought of. These vented systems have been the standard for residential heating and cooling since centralized comfort became big.

Using ducts isn’t the only way to have great, energy-efficient comfort around the year. Today, you can opt for a ductless system, also known as a ductless mini split heat pump. We install and service ductless systems in North Myrtle Beach, SC, and we’d like to share with you some of the great reasons to consider going ductless in your house.

Why Heat Pumps Are Great Options for Homes

November 6th, 2023

The fall is a good time to look into making changes to your home’s HVAC system. We’re past the most intense heat of the summer, and we may not experience anything remotely like “cold” weather until deep into December. If you think your HVAC system is no longer reliable or if it’s costing you a lot more to run than it used to, now is a great time to call our technicians and ask about upgrading your system.

We want to talk to you about the possibility of having a heat pump installed. Heat pumps in North Myrtle Beach, SC are an excellent idea—we’ve got a climate that’s perfectly suited for how heat pumps work so they supply powerful air conditioning and energy-efficient heating. Let’s look at why we think heat pumps deserve your consideration for your next HVAC installation.

Can You Run a Furnace With a Cracked Heat Exchanger?

October 16th, 2023

We can experience cold conditions even here in Florida—it’s a hazard of living close to the ocean. The majority of homes in our area still use gas furnaces to provide heating during these cold days, and our technicians are highly experienced with repairs for furnaces in North Myrtle Beach, SC.

One critical element of a gas furnace that demands attention is the heat exchanger. This question often arises: “Can you run a furnace with a cracked heat exchanger?”

The short answer is a resounding no, and here’s why.

Was This the Final Summer for Your AC?

October 2nd, 2023

As your air conditioner’s work winds down for the fall, take some time to consider the cooling system’s performance. If the AC is coming to the end of its service life, fall is an excellent time to schedule a replacement.

But how can you determine if this was the last summer for your air conditioning system? We’ll help you with the important information below. But the best way to get an informed answer is to call our professionals to assess your HVAC system and see what repairs can fix, and where the system may be beyond repair. We can help you determine if you’re ready for a new air conditioning installation in North Myrtle Beach, SC this fall to replace your current one.

Sign Up for Our Maintenance Program and Get Your Heater Ready

September 18th, 2023

Although the start of fall doesn’t automatically mean the end of hot weather, it’s a good time to start thinking ahead to the change in seasons and the arrival of the cold. You want to make sure you have a home heating system that’s ready to take on another winter without trouble. The best way to do that is to arrange for professional HVAC maintenance in North Myrtle Beach, SC with our team. We have a special maintenance program that provides you with heating and cooling maintenance during the year, plus special benefits.

Need more convincing? We’ll explain why routine heating maintenance is an essential job to have done each fall.

Welcome to Our New Website

September 5th, 2023

A new website, a fresh coat of paint, as they say–what does this mean for Martin Heat & Air? We’re still the same great service you’ve come to know and love–but with an upgrade.

Now it’s easier than ever before to learn why your HVAC system is acting up, schedule service, and contact us with any questions or concerns you may have.

Our new site makes it easier to provide you with valuable content that helps you tackle problems with your HVAC system as they pop up. Together, we can make sure your home heating, cooling, and indoor air quality systems run like well-oiled machines, and it all starts here.

Contact us today to schedule HVAC and IAQ services as soon as possible and improve your comfort. We’re more than HVAC services; we give you peace of mind.

What You Can Expect From Our New Blog

September 5th, 2023

Be sure to bookmark the Martin Heat & Air blog to start learning the ins and outs of HVAC.

We’ll regularly post energy saving tips, how-to’s on troubleshooting your systems, and breakdowns on even the most complex industry related terms and concepts.

Need help now? Send us a message or get in touch today.

Our blog is designed to be your one-stop shop for all HVAC and IAQ questions and concerns. If there’s something you want to learn about your home heating and cooling, this is the place to learn it.

While it may look bare at the time of writing, we’re building an extensive library of content designed to help you manage expectations, understand how to maintain your air conditioner and heater, and reduce your stress as a homeowner.

Here you’ll find tutorials, how-to’s, warning signs from your AC, FAQs about when to service your heater, and more. We want to provide you with as much supplemental information as possible so you’re never caught blindsided when something goes awry with your HVAC system.

Be sure to bookmark this blog, check back often, and explore our ever-expanding catalog of content that’s specifically designed for you to manage your home better than ever before.