Benefits of a Preventative AC Maintenance Plan
As we head into the dog days of summer, temperatures in Charleston are likely to hit over 90 degrees for the next several weeks, well into the traditional fall season. Whether your HVAC unit is new or has been working steadily for the last several years, it still makes sense to have it inspected and […]
What Happens When You Neglect Your Water Heater
Your water heater is arguably one of the most undervalued major appliances in your home. Have you stopped to notice how much of your daily routine depends on your water heater functioning properly? Taking a hot shower, a warm bath, running your dishwasher and washing clothing and bedding are just a few examples of the […]
Summertime Plumbing Tips
Keep Your Pipes Working with Our Help Summer is a special time for so many people. With the longer days and abundant sunshine, comes more time at the beach, on the boat or at the pool. We take vacations, play baseball late into the night and ride our bikes. We also spend lots of time […]
Help! My Air Conditioning is Leaking Water
Here are 8 Reasons Why Is your air conditioning leaking water? There could be quite a few reasons why. Your air conditioning unit cools your home by removing heat and humidity from the air. As the AC unit starts to extract the humidity, it creates condensate or water that collects in your air handler. It’s […]
Considering Going Solar?
It’s a Hot Topic for Good Reason! I’m sure by now you have heard of solar power and have likely even considered it for your own home. It’s energy-efficient, reduces your carbon footprint and helps increase your home’s overall value. At Blanton and Sons, we know how important it is to care for all aspects […]
How to Keep Your Addition Cool
Our Simple Solutions for Cooling Your Home Considering a home addition? It’s important to take the time to consider your options for your new addition while undergoing the design process. It makes sense to explore your options with a trusted HVAC contractor to keep your home comfortable and cool during our warm seasons. EXTEND YOUR […]
Is My Return Air Vent Too Small?
Are you hearing weird noises or rattling? Blanton and Son’s recently helped a young, engaged couple who were looking at their first home, determine if their air conditioning unit was in working order. The technician quickly identified that the air ducts were undersized and offered solutions to help remedy the situation. Did you know that […]
Why Does My Unit Smell Like It’s Burning?
Is there a weird smell making you nervous? Even though it seems like spring has sprung in the Lowcountry, we still get those chilly nights every once in a while. Are you cranking up your heat after not using it only to discover a weird, burning smell? It’s quite possible that your unit has a […]
Why Is My Heating System Blowing Cold Air?
Is your unit struggling to heat your home? While we’ve had some seasonally warm temperatures lately in the Lowcountry, that winter chill still sets in at night. Have you turned on your unit recently only to get a big blast of cold air? This can happen occasionally and isn’t necessarily a sign of a bigger […]
How to Save Money on Your Monthly HVAC
Use our tips to save some green on the life of your machine With the cold weather we’ve been having here in the Lowcountry, it’s important to be prepared for higher heating bills when the temperatures start getting lower. There are plenty of simple, easy things that you can do to save on your heating […]
