Service and Repair
2021 Trane SOAR Award
This year, Watkins Heating & Cooling received Trane highest award for the second time. The SOAR award is given to just one dealer in the market with the highest customer satisfaction, sales growth, and dedication to training. Since our beginning in 1993, we have worked together with Trane to bring trustworthy and affordable HVAC service…
Read MoreFactory Warranties
It has become increasingly difficult for the consumer to know how much weight to give the parts warranty when choosing a new system. Here are two major warranty issues to consider when researching for an hvac investment.
Read MoreAir conditioner maintenance | Water leaks
Why do air conditioners leak water? The usual suspect is a lack of air conditioner maintenance. A good tune-up should include cleaning the condensate drain.
Read MoreAir Conditioner Coil Cleaning
Can Air Conditioner maintenance really save you money? We explain why a dirty air conditioner runs hot, stressing your energy bill and your air conditioner’s compressor.
Read MoreIt is cold upstairs! Comfort tips for a two-story home.
Whether you use a gas furnace or a heat pump, two-story or tri-level homes can be difficult to heat and cool evenly. Here are some tips from my personal experience with a cold second story.
Read MoreREAL Service Technicians
When you call for furnace or a/c repair, are you getting a repairman or a salesman? Many heating companies have begun using salesmen on service calls and are always pressuring for the replacement. Here’s a true story from an encounter with a new breed of “Service Technician.”
Read MoreTop 5 Reasons for a Furnace Tune-up
Homeowners frequently ask, “Why does my furnace need a tune-up every year?” As our techs will tell you, a neglected will eventually leave you and your family out in the cold. Here’s the top 5 benefits of regular furnace maintenance.
Read MoreHow do you choose an HVAC Contractor?
How do you look through the gimmicks and sales pitches to find a reliable HVAC contractor? Here are a few tips to help you make this important decision as well as the issues that set Watkins apart from the competition.
Read MoreHeat pump operation 102
The efficiency and capacity of a heat pump varies with the weather as does the heating needs of your home. How does this effect heat pump sizing and operation cost?
Read MoreHeat pump operation 101
Many homes in the Miami Valley are heated and cooled by Heat Pumps, but few homeowners understand how they work. Hopefully I can dispel some of the mystery here.
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