How Upgrading Your HVAC System Can Make the Home More Eco-Friendly

December 10, 2025

If you’re looking for a way to make your Kansas City-area home more eco-friendly, it’s a good idea to start with your HVAC system. Today’s setups are extremely energy efficient. Many even come with advanced air filtration that further adds to a home’s sustainability and overall air quality. In fact, the right HVAC system will make your living space much more earth-friendly in multiple ways. Let’s take a close look at these benefits and how to choose the right HVAC system for your home. Preserve the Ozone Layer With Planet-Friendly Refrigerants Older HVAC equipment uses outdated

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What Homeowners Should Know About Heat Pump Efficiency in Winter

November 12, 2025

One of the more common concerns that homeowners have about heat pumps is that they won’t be efficient during the winter. While heat pumps achieve their best efficiency in cool or mild weather, they still tend to outperform electric resistance heating at temperatures above 0 degrees Fahrenheit. There are also systems with backup heating options that can easily handle the extremely cold weather that occasionally hits our part of Kansas. Here’s what to know. How Heat Pumps Work The operating principle of a heat pump is effectively the same as the one that drives an air conditioner. Refrigerant

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Understanding Carbon Monoxide Risks in Winter and How to Prevent Them

October 16, 2025

Every year, over 100,000 Americans visit the emergency room due to unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning. This leads to about 400 deaths on average. A large percentage of these cases occur during the winter months as a result of heating sources releasing carbon monoxide into the home. Most of the deaths also occur at night when people are asleep and don’t recognize the initial signs of carbon monoxide exposure. Not only is carbon monoxide odorless, but high concentrations of it can lead to death in a matter of minutes. It’s important to stop carbon monoxide from escaping into

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How to Choose the Right Heating System for Your Kansas Home

October 9, 2025

The right heating system does more than keep you warm. It can lower bills, cut down on wasted energy, and last for years without trouble. You have plenty of choices, but each one comes with its own pros and cons. Learning the differences now can save you from expensive problems later. Air Care Heating & Cooling in Shawnee, KS, can walk you through the options and match your home with the right system. Factors To Consider Before Choosing Before looking at specific heating systems, you need to examine the needs of your home. Every Kansas home has different requirements; what

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The Importance of Duct Sealing Before Winter

September 11, 2025

Before the winter season hits, you may be cringing at the thought of paying your high heating costs. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to help reduce this expense to a more manageable level, allowing it to fit within your budget. One of the best things you can do is invest in professional duct sealing service. Understanding Ductwork Losses The efficiency of your HVAC system and your indoor comfort ultimately rely on the effectiveness of your ducting. If you have new ducting with no leaks, your HVAC system will not only be more efficient,

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Top Myths About HVAC Systems Debunked

September 2, 2025

With home heating and cooling systems becoming standard for any modern-day house, it’s no surprise that homeowners have a lot of questions about them. As you jump online to do some research, it’s important to be careful about falling victim to some of the most common HVAC myths out there. Below, we’ll describe some of these common myths and help debunk them so that you can have a better understanding of how your HVAC system operates. Myth #1: Bigger Is Better Probably one of the biggest myths about HVAC systems is that getting a bigger system

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How to Stay Cool Without Overworking Your AC

August 14, 2025

You rely on your air conditioner to keep your home cool and comfortable throughout the warmest time of the year. However, this can cause stress on your cooling system. That additional strain can reduce its lifespan, cause excessive wear and tear, and increase your monthly energy costs. Fortunately, there are a few strategies you can take advantage of that will help prevent you from overworking your AC. Utilize Natural Cooling There are several natural ways to boost your cooling system’s effectiveness. They’re easy to use and affordable, and they’ll take some of the burden off your

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What You Should Know About Zoned Cooling for Summer

July 18, 2025

Summer can be brutal, but knowing your home is the perfect temperature can bring a little extra joy to the hot and hazy days. Zoned cooling makes it easier to maintain the comfort and preferred temperatures you desire, especially if you share the space with others. Learning more about this cooling option is beneficial if you’re considering implementing it into your home. Do Zoned Systems Cool as Well as Non-Zoned Systems? They can when used correctly. Zoned systems can be a great asset for staying cool and comfortable during mild summer days

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How to Prepare Your HVAC System for a Kansas City Heatwave

June 12, 2025

Extreme temperatures and high humidity are common summer conditions in Kansas City. Heatwaves can also drive up your energy consumption if you haven’t been paying attention to routine inspections and maintenance. We here at Air Care Heating & Cooling can help with the process of getting ready for extreme summer heat. Scheduling Professional Inspections and Maintenance We recommend you schedule inspections and maintenance for your HVAC system at least once a year. Some people choose to do this twice annually. This would include once in the early spring before you run your AC equipment and once in the early fall before you

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How Ceiling Fans Work with Your AC to Save Energy

June 5, 2025

How do you keep your home cool in the summer? If you’re like a lot of people, you keep the fan running as long as possible until you absolutely have to turn on your air conditioner. But have you ever considered running both of them at the same time? Maybe it seems like overkill. Maybe you’re worried that the energy that the fan uses will cancel out any savings that you might get from being able to turn up the thermostat a little bit. You may have even heard that it’s a myth that a ceiling fan can help cool

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