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Is Your Thermostat Causing Your AC to Freeze Up in Iowa Falls?

June 30, 2025

It’s another hot summer day in Iowa Falls, and you feel like you might melt. Your air conditioner is not doing its job and your and causes your AC to Freeze up.

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5 Reasons Why Regular HVAC Maintenance is Essential for Homeowners

June 16, 2025

Reliable1 can help. We’re a well-known name, with a team of skilled technicians and well-stocked trucks. Our coverage area includes Eldora, and surrounding communities.

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Your HVAC System Can Enhance Sleep. Asian women She is in bed and was waking up in the morning. She felt very refreshed.

Your HVAC System Can Enhance Sleep

May 30, 2025

The sound of a well-maintained heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is like a lullaby for a good night’s sleep.

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Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits? A wall-mount mini-split heating and air conditioning unit installed in a new house. A modern heat pump, this unit heats a house in winter and cools in the summer. This type of system eliminates ductwork which is a primary source of inefficiency in a conventional system making this about 30% more efficient. This particular unit has an eye sensor which pans the room looking for hot or cold spots and directs the airflow accordingly.

Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits?

May 15, 2025

They’re called ductless mini splits because they don’t require ductwork and consist of two main components—a compact indoor air handler and an outdoor compressor—connected by refrigerant lines. This “split” design allows for efficient, targeted heating and cooling in specific areas.

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Spring Money-Saving Tips. Photo of a thermostat on top of a pile of dollar bills with a blue background.

Spring Money-Saving Tips

April 30, 2025

Everyone loves to save money, and it’s a good idea to review different aspects of your budget now and again to see if there are more opportunities you have missed in the past. Considering how to reduce your energy bills is always a great idea in the springtime.

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Does an AC Kill Mold? Photo of a hand in a yellow rubber glove wiping a blue wall or table with a pink cloth.

Does an AC Kill Mold?

April 21, 2025

Your air conditioner (AC) can do several things––keep your Iowa home’s indoor air cooler than outdoor temperatures, help to keep indoor airborne allergens at bay, and help keep your home’s humidity low. But one thing it can’t do is kill mold.

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What Is an Air Handler? Service Man Working on Furnace.

What Is an Air Handler?

March 28, 2025

The same goes for a heat pump. The outdoor unit might be in perfect working condition. Still, the heating and cooling process stops without an indoor evaporator coil, connecting refrigerant lines, and a fan to blow conditioned air through ductwork.

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6 Ways Your Furnace Keeps You Safe

6 Ways Your Furnace Keeps You Safe

March 14, 2025

Your fuel-burning furnace has a number of mechanisms allowing it to run safely and effectively. These features prevent fires and protect your indoor air quality (IAQ). They also work to prevent internal errors from damaging large portions of your furnace.

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2025 Heat Pump Buying Guide for Hampton Homes. Photo of adult hands holding Earth and handing it to a child.

2025 Heat Pump Buying Guide for Hampton Homes

February 28, 2025

Tired of sky-high gas bills or uneven temperatures in your Hampton home? A heat pump could be the perfect solution for year-round comfort and significant energy savings.

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Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense. Photo of a person holding a jar of coins labeled "Savings".

Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense

February 14, 2025

Want to heat and cool your Iowa Falls home, fight climate change, and save money—all at the same time?

Get a heat pump.

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