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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.

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Case Study: High Efficiency HVAC Installed in a Difficult Space

July 29, 2021

For this HVAC installation, we faced a unique challenge. The original unit was installed on top of sloped concrete, leading to water damage to the unit’s internals. The solution included our premiere Daikin Brand variable speed FIT system, which has a unique and lightweight design that avoided water damage. Please download the case study for…

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Six Ways Empire Can Help You Improve Your Indoor Air Quality

July 20, 2021

Today’s homes are built to be better insulated and more airtight. And while that can be very beneficial when it comes to keeping your home cool and comfortable during the summer months, and warmer during the cooler months, it can also mean that the air is circulated throughout your home, time and time again. Unfortunately,…

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Getting Hot? Air Conditioner Repair Solutions for Common AC Problems

July 17, 2021

Owning a home and managing the associated maintenance issues can seem like a daunting task; that is unless you know what to expect and how to manage issues as they arise. One of the major repair issues that homeowners often face surrounds faulty air conditioning systems. As a homeowner, you may find yourself with a…

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Air Conditioner Repair Solutions for Common AC Problems

July 13, 2021

  Owning a home and managing the associated maintenance issues can seem like a daunting task; that is unless you know what to expect and how to manage issues as they arise. One of the major repair issues that homeowners often face surrounds faulty air conditioning systems. As a homeowner, you may find yourself with…

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Case Study: Ductless System Installation For Sunroom

June 25, 2021

Sunrooms are often difficult to keep cool in the summer and warm in the winter. By installing a modern, high-efficiency, ductless mini split,  we are able to help your family use their entire home year-round and keep energy bills affordable. In this case study, homeowners completed renovations on a 1961 ranch before realizing the sunroom…

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Should I Upgrade to New HVAC Equipment?

June 16, 2021

For many homeowners, the decision to upgrade to new cooling and heating equipment happens when their current system fails. While nobody really likes to think about the expense associated with installing new HVAC equipment, most people don’t realize that they can be spending much more than they need to with the system they have. How…

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Case Study: High Efficiency HVAC System Installation (Noise and Space Issues Present)

May 28, 2021

We installed the original air handler unit in 2003 when this customer needed a solution for an unfinished area and was concerned about space. Eighteen years later, we helped this customer again. The original unit needed costly repairs. Our work involved the installation of a new air handler, allowing for the same convenience in space…

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Air Conditioning Confidential 2021: The View from the Truck

May 6, 2021

If you’re a homeowner living in the Decatur area, the chances are pretty good that you rely on your home’s air conditioning system to keep you cool when Mother Nature turns up the heat outside. What’s more, you probably rely as much on Empire to keep your air conditioning system working smoothly. Our technicians know…

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How to Tell if Your Air Conditioning System Needs Repair

April 19, 2021

  Even in the South, once spring arrives we turn our attention to getting our homes ready for the summer months ahead. Getting our lawns and backyards ready for fun in the summer sun, cleaning out rain gutters, and getting maintenance for your air conditioning system are all great ways to welcome spring and prepare…

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Getting an Air Conditioning Tune-Up Is Important – Here’s Why.

March 19, 2021

  You rely on your home’s air conditioning system to keep you comfortable in the Georgia heat. That’s why it’s so important to make sure it’s operating properly. You might not think about it very often, but your AC works hard to keep you, your family, and your home cool, and like any other type…

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