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Whether you are already using a heat pump or ductless mini split for heating and cooling, or you are sizing them up to see if they are the right fit for your home’s needs, you’re going to want to know about the anatomy of a heat pump. Thermostat or RemoteMonitors and controls the temperature…
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“The whole is more than the sum of its parts.” While this famous quote from Aristotle is usually applied to people, it also holds true for your home. Each part of your home working together can accomplish much more (for better comfort, healthier air, and with lower energy bills) than each part…
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Often when thinking about replacing or repairing your furnace or air conditioning system, your decision comes down to choosing between the upfront cost of an entirely new unit, or the expense of regular upkeep, and often unanticipated repairs. The information below can help you better determine…
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Whether it’s dust, cigarette smoke, household cleaners, mold, mildew, naturally occurring radon gasses or other particulates, the air inside our homes can sometimes be harmful. When statistics say people spend as much as 80-90% of their time indoors, air quality is definitely worth paying attention…
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Dear Friend,
Although this winter in the Comanche, Cotton, and Stephens Counties got off to a brisk and breezy start, we know our local weather is just starting to get cold. Pretty soon (if not already by the time you are reading this) we will be back to that familiar pattern of frigid and windy…
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Do you ever feel cold drafts or dramatic swings in temperature when your equipment isn’t running? Have you ever awoke sweating so much that you needed to sleep the rest of the night on the couch just to say cool? Do find it difficult to keep one area of your house comfortable while the rest of the…
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Summer is nearly here and as many of you are keenly aware, Oklahoma heat can be unforgiving. If you haven’t started to prepare for the cooling season, let today be the day. Odds are, your air conditioner hasn’t been used since last summer. If you are concerned about your comfort, budget, and energy…
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Depending on your skill level, do-it-yourself home repair or improvements aren’t a bad idea. Many times, when it comes to your home’s heating, cooling, air quality or plumbing, those tasks are best left to a professional. We’ve compiled a list of common mistakes and poor choices homeowners make…
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If you’re looking to replace the air conditioner in your Lawton area home, you’re probably looking for the most cost-effective and efficient option available. SEER ratings offer a measured standard for energy efficiency and can be a good way to guide you through the process of getting an AC…
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We see it all the time: Lawton area homeowners sticking by their old air conditioners even when the relationship is hurting their wallet.
So we’ve collected the most common excuses we hear from homeowners who have decided to stay with their old air conditioner. Are you making these excuses, too?
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In cooler climates, saving on air conditioning costs is easy – turn off your air conditioner. For those of us in the Lawton area, air conditioning is essential. But you do not have to be suffer from high utility costs all summer.
Implement these three tips immediately and you will find relief from…
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As summer nears in Lawton, Oklahoma, it may seem like everyone is talking about the importance of annual air conditioning tune-ups. In fact, even ENERGY STAR, the U.S. Department of Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and local utilities recommend the yearly tune-ups.
But is it all…
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It happens the same way every year: spring follows winter and leads to summer. However, every year the summer heat seams to take many Lawton area homeowners by surprise. They forget to perform regular air conditioner maintenance, leading to costly breakdowns that could have been easily avoided.
In…
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Imagine for a moment that you’re jogging, but, instead of breathing normally, you have to breathe through a straw. Sounds crazy right? Trying to force so much air through such a small opening would easily tire you out and may even cause some health issues if you did it every day.Well, that’s what…
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Much the same way the road you travel affects your vehicle’s fuel efficiency, the air ducts in your home heating and cooling system affect your Lawton area home’s energy efficiency.
If you are considering upgrading your ductwork, here are 5 characteristics that could save you money and improve…
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It’s no secret – we strongly believe you should have your heating and air conditioning equipment maintained regularly.
We’ve written about it before.
But we’re not the only ones urging Lawton-area homeowners to have their furnaces and air conditioners maintained.
It’s also recommended by your…
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When you’re looking for a place to start saving money, reducing your heating and cooling bill is a great place to start.
According to ENERGY STAR, the average household spends $2,200 a year on energy bills. And almost half of that is from heating and cooling your home.
But honestly, you’re…
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As summer starts and the temperatures continue to rise, Lawton area residents who have an air conditioner that no longer runs correctly are left with this age-old question:
“Should I pay for more repairs or just buy a new one?”
The answer (as with most complicated questions) is: it depends.
But we…
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Pippin Brothers Home Services happily services the Greater Lawton, Fort Sill, and Duncan, Oklahoma area. If your house is uncomfortable; wasting energy; has plumbing problems or if you want to avoid breakdowns or verify everything in your home is working as it should, give us call at 580-699-5662.…
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Do you have rooms in your home that are too hot or too cold no matter what you do? Installing a zoned heating or cooling system may be the solution to eliminating those frustrating hot and cold spots.
What is Zoning?Zoning refers to breaking up your home into different areas for purposes of heating…
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Summer will be here before we know it here in the Lawton, Duncan, and Fort Sill area. Is your home ready to take on the heat? Luckily, Pippin Brothers can help you prepare for the warmer weather ahead with our comprehensive home performance services. From air conditioning maintenance and home…
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If you’re like most homeowners in the Lawton, Oklahoma area, you depend on your air conditioning unit to keep your home comfortable during the hot summer months. But your AC unit may have a problem that could already be affecting its dependability.Is your air conditioning unit seven years old or…
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Vacations rock. You get to get away for awhile from all your worries and just enjoy yourself.
Well, before you do that, don’t forget all the things that run up your utility bill while you’re away.
Here are 3 quick ways you can easily keep your energy usage down while you’re on vacation.
1) Turn…
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So, you turned on your heating and cooling system, and you noticed something strange: one of your rooms isn’t heating or cooling properly.To your dismay, you noticed that there’s little to no air coming out of the supply air vent opening! You check the other rooms and they’re getting air just fine…
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Is your outside AC unit not running? Perhaps the fan inside the furnace unit runs, but you aren’t feeling cool air coming out of your vents? Before you scramble to phone to call a residential AC repairman near you, there are a few things you can do to get your air conditioner back up and running.…
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Why Your Air Conditioner is Turning On and OffIf your air conditioner is turning on and off frequently, you’re experiencing something called short cycling, one of the most common air conditioning problems among homeowners.It can also be the most costly—that is, if it’s not caught and fixed in time.…
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Pippin Brothers Home Services happily services the Greater Lawton, Fort Sill, and Duncan, Oklahoma area. If your house is uncomfortable; wasting energy; has plumbing problems or if you want to avoid breakdowns or verify everything in your home is working as it should, give us call at 580-699-5662.…
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Let's face it, water leaking from anywhere inside your home is never a good sign. And from your home’s air conditioner? Yeah, that’s frightening and confusing. The good news: You’re not alone.Many homeowners in humid summer climates like Lawton, OK have the same problem—and we’re…
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If you have hot and cool spots in your old home, you may be contemplating a new heating and air conditioning system.
However, only replacing your old system might not solve the problem.
Your home heating and cooling system is made up of way more than just your air conditioner and furnace. See how…
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Everyone in Oklahoma knows how humid the summers can be. And it’s because of this humidity that your home could run into hundreds-- possibly even thousands-- of dollars in water damage.
How in the world is that possible? It’s possible if your home’s condensate drain line becomes clogged with dirt,…
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Is your air conditioner's inside unit covered in ice? Is frost building up on the refrigerant lines? Are you getting very little air from your vents?There are a variety of things that could cause this, but we’ll cover the 2 biggest ones. But first, turn off your air conditioning system.…
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AC blowing hot or warm air? Want to figure out what the problem is before calling an air conditioning professional? This article is for you.While there are many, many reasons your air conditioner is blowing hot air, we’ll run through the most common causes that you can fix or diagnose on your own.…
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That’s not quite as far-fetched as it seems. See, your home comfort system worked very hard to keep you cozy all Winter. Now with Summer around the corner, you sure don’t want system wear and tear to create a black hole in your wallet. I think we all know how expensive space programs can be!
This…
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Pippin Brothers Home Services happily services the Greater Lawton, Fort Sill, and Duncan, Oklahoma area. If your house is uncomfortable; wasting energy; has plumbing problems or if you want to avoid breakdowns or verify everything in your home is working as it should, give us call at 580-699-5662.…
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Have you ever attempted to shop for a new home air filter for your heating and cooling system? If you answered yes, you have witnessed first-hand the sheer number of sizes, materials and types of air filters available.
This blog is designed so the next time you take the same trip, you’ll know what…
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We have become somewhat accustomed to the notion that “Bigger is Better.” Whether we are at a drive-thru where you can “super size” for a better “value” than a regular meal or driving the bigger truck or SUV so you can see over the other cars, we like things BIG.
A big fish is better than a small…
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Pippin Brothers Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning encourages you to ask us your home HVAC and plumbing question. We recently had a homeowner reach out to us with the following question:We’ve got a problem we can’t find a solution to – one the rooms in our home (the upstairs bedroom) feels…
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Whether it’s a local news anchor, your favorite home magazine or even your neighbor, as the temperatures continue to rise everyone seems to be an expert on staying cool and saving money. Unfortunately, popular air conditioning tips tend to become misconstrued and often misleading.
At Pippin…
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When it comes to selling a home, the heating and air conditioning system can be a touchy subject between buyers and sellers. Typically the idea of how much it costs to replace a unit is something neither the buyer nor seller likes to entertain. However, if you’re serious about selling your home,…
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The heat comes early in the Lawton, Oklahoma area, and chances are, you’ve already begun using your air conditioner. Before the hot, muggy heat really grabs ahold of you, make sure your air conditioner is ready to perform all summer long.
Schedule a Tune-Up. Just like your car, your air…
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We all take our air ducts for granted. But without them our cooling and heating units would be unable to bring our houses to comfortable temperatures. Improperly designed, failing or dirty ducts may be costing you money and affecting your comfort and resulting in higher energy bills. To help you,…
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Sometimes your air conditioner can appear to be running just fine, but still isn’t doing its job to cool your home. When this happens, there can be several possible causes that prevent your air conditioner from keeping you cool. We’ve listed a few below.
Ductwork – Ductwork is one of the most…
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Pippin Brothers Home Services happily services the Greater Lawton, Fort Sill, and Duncan, Oklahoma area. If your house is uncomfortable; wasting energy; has plumbing problems or if you want to avoid breakdowns or verify everything in your home is working as it should, give us call at 580-699-5662.…
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As we begin the transition from the cooling season into the heating season, many families begin to think about the impact soaring energy costs will have on their budget this winter. While the weather outside can certainly be unpredictable, the climate inside your home doesn’t have to be.…