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Image of someone working on a furnace. What Are Signs I Need a New Furnace?

What Are Signs I Need a New Furnace?

November 7, 2022

A furnace is a major investment for any Baldwin City homeowner. Although it’s not something that will need to be done frequently, most people will face the decision of needing to purchase a new heating system sometime during home ownership.

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7 Things You Should Know About Tankless Water Heaters. Image shows shower head with running water.

7 Things You Should Know About Tankless Water Heaters

October 13, 2022

Hot water is one of those things everyone takes for granted in our modern society. A hot shower on a cold winter evening is relaxing. Hot water washes away dirt from laundry and grease from pans. And hot water comes in handy as an emergency defroster. Most homeowners in Baldwin City are accustomed to reserving…

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Geothermal Heat Pump

What is the Value of a Geothermal Heat Pump to My Home?

September 26, 2022

Geothermal systems are designed to last significantly longer than conventional heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.

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Top Causes of AC Failure

July 26, 2022

You resign yourself to finally turning on your air conditioner (AC)—only to find it blowing warm air, making funny noises, or simply not cooperating at all. It’s a scenario we all dread, and one that our professionals at The Smith Service Company want to prevent.

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Purchasing the Right Air Conditioner

Purchasing the Right Air Conditioner

July 14, 2022

You decided to part ways with your old air conditioning (AC) system. It is not always an easy decision to make.

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Air Filters vs. Air Cleaners

Air Filters vs. Air Cleaners

June 28, 2022

Our highly climate-controlled indoor environments can often be extremely comfortable in our modern world. Combine that with the fact so many of our daily needs are easily met without needing to go outside, and you find a society that spends nearly all its time indoors. As a result, poor indoor air quality has become a significant area of concern as a contributor to potential health problems.

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Going Ductless

Going Ductless

June 16, 2022

Sometimes, a simple, elegant piece of technology can deliver more with less. Ductless mini splits are a triple threat—compact wall units that generate heating, cooling, and ventilation. No ducts required, and no dull whirring noises—they operate in near silence. 

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How Does Your Central Air Conditioner Cool Your Home?

How Does Your Central Air Conditioner Cool Your Home?

May 31, 2022

Aside from the professionals, like ours at Smith Service Company, who really thinks about air conditioners and their components? Air conditioners keep your Lawrence, KS, home or business cool and comfy when the outside temperatures are high, and that’s all you really need to know, right? 

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What Is a Ductless AC?

May 16, 2022

The ductless system works, obviously, with no ducts, unlike a traditional air conditioner that uses them to carry air to your home’s vents. Instead, this system has an outdoor condenser unit located against the house or building. This makes it highly adaptable to many rooms and needs.

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What Are Zone Control Systems?

What Are Zone Control Systems?

April 29, 2022

If you have a large home with multiple stories or a large household with family members who prefer different temperatures, consider installing a zone control system.

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