What To Do When Your AC’s Not Cooling
When the temperature climbs outside, there’s nothing better than relaxing in a nice air-conditioned home. However, when the AC in your Des Moines, IA home stops cooling, it’s a stressful […]
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How To Save Money on Your Heating Bills
4 Simple Ways to Reduce Your Heating Bills As temperatures dip, energy bills tend to do the opposite. For many of us, heating can be a significant and stressful expense […]
8 Reasons Why Your Heat Isn’t Working
As the temperatures drop during the winter months, it’s natural to want to crank up the heat in your home to stay warm and comfortable. While it’s important to stay […]
Digital Thermostats – Your Next Gift to Yourself (HINT: It’s NOT the Nest)
It seems like when it comes to technology, everybody wants the latest craze. (Do you know anyone who waited in a line for or pre-ordered the newest iPhone? I do.) Well, it […]
Altoona Furnace Repair: “Furnace Turns Off Every 5-10 Minutes”
Periodically at Metro Heating & Cooling, we like to share with you “real-life” cases and scenarios from people around the Des Moines Metro area who have HVAC troubles. In “Case […]
Using Your Programmable Thermostat the Right Way Can REALLY Save Money
Many people might argue that the programmable thermostat isn’t worth your time and investment, but it’s often due to the fact that they aren’t effectively using it. At first glance, […]
Poor Home Insulation is Not the HVAC System’s Fault
Is your house freezing cold in the winter or crazy hot in the summer? You might be surprised to learn this sometimes not the fault of the HVAC system. Whichever […]
Efficient HVAC Systems: Ground Source vs. Air Source Heat Pumps
When it comes to heating and cooling energy efficiency, the term “heat pump” is often referred to by those within the industry. However, most homeowners don’t know what a heat pump […]
Why You Need to Ventilate Your Home
Ventilation is very important in an energy-efficient home and it helps control moisture allowing homes to breathe. If it’s lacking ventilation it can lead to mold growth and eventually lead to structural […]
How to Design Your Ductwork Effectively and Efficiently
You see and hear all the commercials about “new heating and cooling equipment that are 98% efficient and 16 SEER”, but just because you have high efficient equipment doesn’t necessarily […]