Blog - Cooling Topics

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Our 10 Most Popular Topics Of The Year Our 10 Most Popular Topics Of The Year

Monday, May 15, 2023
We are saying goodbye to one year and saying hello to another! Our team works hard all year long to provide our customers and readers with resourceful blogs. We enjoy finding topics that will help our customer's...

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inflation reduction act HVAC Inflation Reduction Act For Heating & Cooling Upgrades

Friday, May 12, 2023
What is the Inflation Reduction Act? You may be familiar with several steps the automotive industry is taking to make advancements in electric vehicle innovation. What you may not know is that there is also a push to...

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Buckeyes Giveaway Winner 2023 Big Furnace Giveaway For Buckeyes Fans Winner Announcement

Friday, March 31, 2023
The Logan A/C & Heat Services team is a proud HVAC sponsor of Ohio State Athletics. We were so excited to make some more Buckeyes fans comfy with a brand new Trane furnace for their home. We received hundreds of...

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seer2 hvac efficiency standards SEER To SEER2: Changes In HVAC Efficiency Standards

Thursday, February 23, 2023
When it comes time to replace your heating and air conditioning system, you’ll want to heavily consider the efficiency levels of the choices that are available. With energy costs on the rise, the efficiency of your...

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What To Expect From Our HVAC Installation Process What To Expect From Our HVAC Installation Process

Thursday, February 2, 2023
You have called our sales coordination team to schedule your free in-home estimate, and our Comfort Consultant came out to give you your quote. After considering your options, you have decided Logan Services is the...

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3 Reasons To Visit A Home Show For HVAC Projects 3 Reasons To Visit A Home Show For HVAC Projects

Friday, January 20, 2023
We are coming upon home show season. If you have home improvement projects on your 2023 goal list, then the home show is a great event to attend for any projects you are looking to complete in your home. Even...

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Cost of Removing and Replacing a Heat Pump Cost of Removing and Replacing a Heat Pump

Tuesday, January 10, 2023
Has your heat pump reached retirement age or broken down on you beyond repair? If you are budgeting for HVAC removal and replacement, read on to learn more about how costs are impacted and what it could mean for your...

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HVAC Changes Coming In 2023 HVAC Changes Coming in 2023

Thursday, December 29, 2022
A new year always brings change, and the HVAC industry is no exception to that rule. Whether you have a resolution to improve the comfort of your home, increase your home's energy efficiency, or plan to live hassle/...

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10 Things To Consider Before a Home Air Conditioner Replacement 10 Things To Consider Before a Home Air Conditioner Replacement

Thursday, December 29, 2022
h2{font-size:2em; text-align:left;} It’s crucial for Ohio homeowners to have an air conditioning system they can rely on for dependable cooling. The summer heat can be relentless, and your home should be a welcoming...

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The 3 Types of Home Heat Pumps and How They Work The 3 Types of Home Heat Pumps and How They Work

Thursday, December 29, 2022
h2{font-size:2em; text-align:left; margin-top: -20px;} A heat pump is a general term to describe a home heating system that can both heat and cool your home. There are various types and efficiency levels, but to take a...

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9 Different Types of Air Conditioners: Choosing the Best AC for Your Home 9 Different Types of Air Conditioners: Choosing the Best AC for Your Home

Thursday, December 29, 2022
h2{font-size:2em; text-align:left;} When it comes to enjoying home comfort in the summer, there’s no greater factor than choosing the best air conditioner for your space. Did you know that there are multiple options for...

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What Is HVAC Load Calculation?

Thursday, December 8, 2022
At Logan Services our main priority is ensuring our customers are comfortable in their homes. This means finding the perfect HVAC system for your home, starting with determining the right sized equipment. To choose the...

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Best Matched HVAC Systems: Our Expert Recommendation Best Matched HVAC Systems: Our Expert Recommendation

Friday, September 16, 2022
Here at Logan Services, we take pride in offering you the best HVAC equipment combinations available for your home and your comfort needs. When it comes to Dayton, Columbus, and Cincinnati heating and cooling...

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Why Fall Is A Great Time To Replace Your AC Why Fall Is A Great Time To Replace Your AC

Friday, September 2, 2022
While you look forward to the fall season with cooler temperatures, don't forget that there is still plenty of warm weather left. With at least another month of hot temperatures likely, you will want your A/C to...

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Tips On Teaching Your Kids About Your HVAC System Tips On Teaching Your Kids About Your HVAC System

Monday, June 13, 2022
School is out, and it's time for summer vacation, but no matter what your age, the learning should never stop. To encourage summer learning and helping with chores around the house, we have some tips when it comes to...

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Popular Questions Regarding The Age Of Your Air Conditioner Popular Questions Regarding The Age Of Your Air Conditioner

Wednesday, June 8, 2022
With temperatures heating up and your air conditioner running harder to keep your home comfortable, you might start thinking about the age of your system. The age of your air conditioner can be the reason you are...

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3 Types Of Air Conditioners Explained 3 Types Of Air Conditioners Explained [Video]

Monday, June 6, 2022
When it comes to your air conditioner, you likely may not know (or care) how it works, just as long as it does. However, if ac replacement is in your near future, we're here to tell you that HOW a new system works is...

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Local HVAC Expert Answers Your Air Conditioning Questions Local HVAC Expert Answers Your Air Conditioning Questions

Thursday, June 2, 2022
During the summer season, we get many questions from our customers about their air conditioners and what to look for when it's time for replacement. Whether is it age, the number of repairs, supply chain shortages, or...

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HVAC WAREHOUSE: How Logan Services Utilizes Stocked Inventory HVAC WAREHOUSE: How Logan Services Utilizes Stocked Inventory

Thursday, May 26, 2022
The heat is on, and that means you need a reliable air conditioner that works and cools down your home. When your A/C breaks down or just stops working during the hottest day of the year, you will be looking for a quick...

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Builder's Grade HVAC: What It Means For Your Home Builder's Grade HVAC: What It Means For Your Home

Monday, May 23, 2022
Is you home 10 years old or younger? If so, it's possible that your heating and cooling system is "builder's grade" equipment. If you are relying on this type of equipment to keep you and your family comfortable, you...

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Do I Need A Heat Pump Or An A/C? Do I Need A Heat Pump Or An A/C?

Thursday, May 19, 2022
Our experts at Logan Services often get asked which is better: A Heat Pump Or An Air Conditioner? This can be a trick question. A heat pump offers both heating and cooling as it will cool your home during the warmer...

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The Importance of AC and Furnace Blower Motor Maintenance The Importance of AC and Furnace Blower Motor Maintenance

Thursday, April 28, 2022
DID YOU KNOW: There are many HVAC system components utilized by both your furnace AND air conditioner. You may think of your heating and cooling equipment as seperate systems, but they function with many of the same...

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How To Transition From Heating To Cooling Season How To Transition From Heating To Cooling Season

Tuesday, April 19, 2022
While the colder weather continues to come and go through this stretch of spring, homeowners may be getting anxious to turn off the heat and get their air conditioners ready for warmer weather.  As we are wrapping...

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Reasons To Get A Professional Tune-Up Reasons To Get A Professional Tune-Up

Thursday, July 15, 2021
Imagine walking inside your home only to find that your furnace or your air conditioner isn't working correctly. When this happens, it's time to make the call for help, either by scheduling a service call or a...

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Become An Ace At Maintaining Your Air Conditioner Become An Ace At Maintaining Your Air Conditioner

Friday, June 4, 2021
Summertime in Ohio can be brutal with muggy days and temperatures soaring well into the 90s. However, summer also offers great opportunity to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities and hobbies such as golf. After a long...

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Is It Recommended To Cover Your Air Conditioner? Is It Recommended To Cover Your Air Conditioner?

Tuesday, June 1, 2021
One question we get frequently from homeowners is, "do you recommend covering an air conditioning unit?" You may have heard different suggestions on this topic. There is one side to the story which encourages you to...

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STAT WARS - May The Fourth Be With You STAT WARS - May The Fourth Be With You

Monday, May 3, 2021
Not so long ago in a neighborhood not so far away, homeowners were getting ready for warmer temperatures - wondering how they were going to keep control of the temperature setting on their thermostat. Does that...

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Customer Experience With Variable Speed HVAC For 2-Story Home Customer Experience With Variable Speed HVAC For 2-Story Home

Monday, February 1, 2021
Whether it's winter or summer, it's not uncommon for your home to experience uneven temperatures between the upstairs and downstairs areas. The varying temperature could stem from many different reasons, including...

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What You Risk Skipping HVAC System Maintenance What You Risk Skipping HVAC System Maintenance

Friday, December 11, 2020
Maintenance is an essential part of taking care of your HVAC system; when you perform maintenance on your heating and cooling system, you are doing your part to help ensure that your home heating and cooling system will...

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How Critters Can Disrupt Your HVAC System When Animals Attack: How Critters Can Disrupt Your HVAC System

Thursday, October 22, 2020
We've all seen it before: animals in the wild attack their prey, each other, and even people, but did you know that your home HVAC system is also a possible victim to an animal "attack"? As we go into colder...

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How To Keep Your Home Comfortable, Healthy, and Safe With HVAC How To Keep Your Home Comfortable, Healthy, and Safe With HVAC

Thursday, October 1, 2020
With cooler temperatures coming to the Ohio region and more time being spent inside the home, we want to make sure you are staying comfortable, healthy, and safe. Because a heating and cooling system is a huge part of...

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Air Conditioning Questions We Get During The Summer Months Air Conditioning Questions We Get During The Summer Months

Thursday, August 20, 2020
Are you already thinking 'fall'? While you might be tempted to embrace all things pumpkin spice and fall decorations and activities, don't forget that we still have about a month's worth of hot temperatures expected in...

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Fact Checking Common Home Cooling Myths VIDEO: Fact Checking Common Home Cooling Myths

Thursday, July 16, 2020
There are a lot of myths out there when it comes to keeping your home cool in the summer. How do you separate fact from fiction? Watch as our Marketing Director, Amanda, helps to set the record straight about some...

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8 Common Causes Of An Air Conditioner Breakdown Common Causes Of A Broken Air Conditioner & AC System

Tuesday, June 2, 2020
h2{text-align:left !important;} During a hot and muggy Ohio summer, it's a known fact that you will be running your air conditioner a lot. Air conditioning systems can be subject to breakdowns for many reasons. ...

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Fact or Fiction: Ceiling Fans Can Cool Down My Room Fact or Fiction: Ceiling Fans Can Cool Down My Room

Friday, April 17, 2020
Before the cooling season in Columbus, Dayton, and Cincinnati, Ohio officially hits, we’d like to bust a myth out there about ceiling fans in your home. Ceiling fans do NOT condition the air, they just move air. ...

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VIDEO: How Hard Is It To Stop A Trane? VIDEO: How Hard Is It To Stop A Trane?

Monday, April 13, 2020
You’ve most likely heard the Trane tagline:  It’s hard to stop a Trane. As Ohio’s #1 volume, residential Trane dealer, we don’t take the meaning behind that tagline lightly. Each day we strive to offer our...

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The Benefits of Mitsubishi Electric Ductless Systems VIDEO: The Benefits of Mitsubishi Electric Ductless Systems

Thursday, March 5, 2020
Today we were able to catch one of our field managers, Bret, at a job where a Mitsubishi Electric ductless system was being installed. Ductless systems provide many benefits for homes without ductwork; they...

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Benefits Of Staged Heating & Cooling Equipment In Your Home VIDEO: Benefits Of Staged Heating & Cooling Equipment In Your Home

Monday, February 17, 2020
Would your home benefit from staged heating and cooling system equipment? Logan Services was recently featured on WBNS-10TV in Columbus to discuss staged HVAC equipment and the benefits a variable speed heating and...

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Why I Chose A Mitsubishi Electric Ductless Mini-Split to Condition My 2-Story Home Why I Chose A Mitsubishi Electric Ductless Mini-Split to Condition My 2-Story Home

Thursday, November 14, 2019
Have you ever wondered if there was an effective way to correct hot and cold spots throughout your home, specifically on your second floor? Check out this testimonial from our Marketing Director, Amanda, to learn how...

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Earning Utility Rebates When Replacing Your HVAC System Earning Utility Rebates When Replacing Your HVAC System

Monday, November 4, 2019
If you have been putting off replacing your home heating and cooling system for a while, now may be the perfect time to check that project off your list. As we near the holidays, you are likely convinced that you should...

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What To Check After A Power Outage What To Check After A Power Outage

Wednesday, May 29, 2019
With the aftermath of the tornadoes that swept through the Miami Valley, we met with one of our senior service technicians to ask him what you should do if your air conditioner is not working once power is restored...

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Does Rain Affect Your Air Conditioner? Does Rain Affect Your Air Conditioner?

Wednesday, May 15, 2019
We’ve had a lot of rain hit our area lately and you may be wondering, “Does all of this precipitation really affect my air conditioner?” Because air conditioners are made to withstand the outdoor elements, light rain...

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What To Expect When You Replace Your HVAC System VIDEO: What To Expect When You Replace Your HVAC System

Thursday, January 24, 2019
DID YOU KNOW? Most homeowners will only replace their heating and cooling system 1-2 times in their life. That being said, the process of HVAC replacement is often unfamiliar, and can be an intimidating project if you...

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How To Wash Your Air Conditioner How To Wash Your Air Conditioner

Tuesday, August 9, 2016
Is your cooling system prepared to keep you comfortable this year? Will your air conditioner be performing efficiently? What you may not know, is that over time, dirt and debris can collect on and clog the outdoor...

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Summer Pet Safety Tips Summer Pet Safety Tips [VIDEO]

Tuesday, July 5, 2016
We've already experienced numerous hot days this spring and summer season! Since there is still a lot of hot weather left to come this year, it's important to keep your pets safe during the sweltering heat. Watch this...

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tips to buy a new air conditioner What To Consider When Looking For A New A/C

Monday, August 3, 2015
If you are ready to ditch your old A/C unit and you are thinking about upgrading, there are many things you should consider. The air conditioner you use has a lot to do with the space and size of the house you are...

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