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Maintain Your HVAC Safety When Decorating for Halloween
Halloween is Monday, and with it comes lots of festive, spooky decorations. Unfortunately, achieving the right look can come at a cost if you're not careful. When decorating, it's important to take crucial steps to ensure that you don't harm your HVAC unit.

Why do the Rooms in My Home Vary in Temperature?
Have you noticed that some of the rooms in your home are always hotter or colder than others no matter what you set your thermostat to? First, check for these common problems.

Things To Do Before You Turn on Your Furnace This Fall
As the days get shorter and the nights get cooler, you may be starting to think about turning on your furnace for the first time this fall. While the weather’s still warm, prepare for a safe and comfortable autumn and winter by following these steps before you turn on your furnace.

What is the best time to get a furnace checkup?
Cooler nights are on the way, and your home has to be ready. There’s no better time for a furnace tune-up than right now, before you turn on your furnace for the season

The Impact of Fallen Leaves on Your HVAC System
Here in Tennessee, autumn can give our trees stunning colors, but the falling leaves can also cause issues for homes. The same as other yard waste, leaves can damage your HVAC system.

Your Pre-Winter Furnace Checklist
The days will be getting shorter and the nights are cooler, which means it’s time to make sure your furnace or HVAC system is prepared for the cold weather and switch your HVAC system over to heat.

September is approaching. We Have Your Fall HVAC Checklist!
Goodbye summer, hello fall! The leaves will be changing soon, the temperatures will cool, and your windows will be thrown open wide to beckon in the crisp fall air. With that in mind, perhaps it’s about time to give your HVAC system a quick check before the seasonal transition from air conditioning to heat takes full effect.

Why Outdoor Fresh Air Just Doesn't Work
We’ve all been there: Someone burned dinner. A room needed a new coat of paint. It’s just a nice day outside. There is always a good reason to open doors and windows and allow outdoor, fresh air into our homes and offices – but that doesn’t mean it’s the safest.

Why Is Air Quality Bad When It’s Hot Out?
As the hot weather and summertime weather last longer each year, it's critical to understand how to engage in your space for the optimum indoor summer air quality.

What is the Average Life Expectancy of Equipment?
Whether you’ve just purchased a new unit or have moved into a home with a pre-existing unit, you may be wondering when to plan for its replacement.

What size HVAC do I need?
If you’re in the market for a new HVAC unit, you’re probably noticing that units aren’t one-size-fits-all. Each unit is built to accommodate different square footage, and by picking the right one, you’ll ensure air is circulating properly while being cost effective.

Why is my AC Running but Not Cooling?
If your HVAC unit is on but you notice your home’s temperature is going up or blowing out hot air, there are a few things that may be causing the problem. While mechanical issues will require an HVAC technician from McCoy’s, some of these solutions are DIY.

Why is my AC making a squealing noise?
You happen to be outside – either walking to your car or taking care of some yard work – when you hear your AC turn on, but something isn’t quite right. You hear a high-pitched squealing that you’ve never heard before. And it makes you wonder….
What IS that squealing?

5 Benefits of Clean Air
It’s always recommended to change your air filter every two to three months, or more if it’s suggested by the manufacturer. But why is this important? Changing your air filter regularly, and having clean air circulating in your house, can have huge health benefits for you and your family.

Should I Turn My Unit Off While I'm Away?
We’ve mentioned before that turning your unit off and on can cause additional stress on your HVAC unit. But does that mean you shouldn’t turn it off…ever? Even on vacation?

Why is the Temperature Uneven in my Home?
If you have a multilevel house, or a one-story house that you can’t heat and cool correctly, the changes in temperature can be frustrating. While setting up fans or heaters in certain rooms is a temporary fix, these are only band-aids. Try these tips to see if they improve how your home temperature is regulated:

Why Clean Air Filters Are So Important
If you read our blog previously, you’ll notice with almost every issue that the first step is checking the air filters for debris. There may be more clogging than usual or it may simply be the scheduled time to change the filter. Bottom line, keeping your air filter as clean as possible can prevent a multitude of potential problems.