News & Resources
At Empire Heating & Air Conditioning, it’s important to us that our customers stay informed about the products and services we proudly offer. Visit this page often for the latest news and educational information on home heating and air conditioning.
Is My Old Thermostat Costing Me Money?
When people think about their home’s HVAC system, the main components that come to mind are usually the air conditioner and heater. Most of the time, they don’t think about the important job their thermostat does when it comes to the system. Many homes have old, outdated thermostats installed – and if your home does,…
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How Can I Make My Home More Energy-Efficient This Season?
Once the fall season arrives and people return to their usual routines, chances are they will be spending more time in their homes. Not to mention, this is the time of year when it starts to get dark earlier, so people are making more use of indoor and outdoor lighting. Both factors can mean that…
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Can I Afford a New HVAC System for My Home?
Most people don’t want to think about having to replace the cooling and heating systems in their homes. HVAC equipment is complex machinery, and generally engineered to last for many years – and that comes with a price tag. Unfortunately, it isn’t always possible to budget for replacing your system, since breakdowns can happen unexpectedly.…
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Staying Cool When the Temperatures Are Too Hot to Handle
If you’ve spent a few summers in Georgia, you know that the heat and humidity are often at their peak during the dog days of August. When it gets hot outside, it can be hard to stay cool – sometimes even with air conditioning. Of course, an AC system that’s in good working condition can…
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How Could Humidity Be Damaging My Home?
During the summer in Georgia, we often experience hot, humid conditions. That’s because our state is considered to have a humid subtropical climate. This creates short, mild winters and long, hot summers, so you can easily see why having an air conditioning system in your home is so important. Many people rely on their AC…
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The Heat is On, But Your AC’s Not – What to Do When You Need a Repair
The summer heat is in full swing. For many of us, that means spending time outdoors enjoying fun in the sun. But most people like to have a nice, cool home to return to at the end of the day, or to provide a reprieve when the outdoor temperatures get too high. When Mother Nature…
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Are You Ready for Allergy Season?
The spring season is well underway in the Atlanta area, and summer is just around the corner. This is a beautiful season here in Georgia with all of the flowering trees and plants blossoming. Unfortunately, it can also be a time for sniffling, sneezing, and itchy eyes and noses for people who suffer from seasonal…
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Air Conditioning & the Growth of Atlanta
If you’re like most people living in the Atlanta area, you’ve probably never considered what life here would be like without air conditioning. Most homeowners have air conditioning systems in their homes, and there aren’t many stores, restaurants, or other retail locations that don’t have air conditioning. But, air conditioning wasn’t invented until the early…
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Is Air Conditioning Maintenance Necessary Every Year?
When you live in a climate as we have here in Georgia, you rely on your air conditioning system for a good portion of the year. Your AC works hard to keep your home and family comfortable, no matter how hot it might get outdoors. That’s why it’s so important to take steps to make…
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Need New Heating for Your Home? Consider a Heat Pump.
If you’ve been considering installing a new heating system in your home, you may be wondering what the best type of equipment might be. Today, there are many more options available than in the past, many of which are built to perform in a highly efficient, effective manner. One type of system that many homeowners…
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