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The Link Between HVAC Performance and Home Insulation

March 1, 2025

If your HVAC system is working overtime to keep your home comfortable, your insulation—or lack of it—might be the culprit. Insulation acts like a protective barrier, keeping warm air in during winter and out during summer. Without it, even the most advanced heating and cooling system can struggle to maintain a steady indoor temperature, leading to higher energy bills, uneven heating and cooling, and unnecessary wear on your HVAC equipment. That means higher HVAC maintenance and repair bills and a shorter system lifespan. Insulation: The Barrier Between You and the Outdoors You probably don’t think about

How to Reduce Heating Costs in Winter Without Sacrificing Comfort

February 5, 2025

Interested in knowing how to save on heating costs without relinquishing an ounce of comfort this season? You’re not alone. Homeowners in the Denver Metro area are no strangers to cold winter weather, many relying on robust heating systems to get them through. In fact, many residents are unaware that the insulation of their homes and the efficiency of their heating systems could be greatly impacting current heating costs. Don’t spend another night shivering in the Colorado winter. The good news is that with some changes, you can reduce your heating costs and continue to keep

20 Benefits of Zoning Systems for Winter Heating in Denver

January 1, 2025

The type of heating system you choose influences how well you can keep your entire home warm and at what cost. Let’s look at the numerous benefits of zoning systems for winter heating. 1. Maximum Comfort A zoning system can maximize the comfort you and your family enjoy during the long winters in Denver. You can maintain consistent temperatures in each zone you establish in your home. You can also handily eliminate cold and hot spots, ensuring better whole-house comfort, particularly in areas like your bedrooms and main living areas. 2.

The Importance of Professional Furnace Installation in Arvada, CO

December 6, 2024

Upgrading your furnace is a great way to improve the reliability, safety, and efficiency of your heating system. However, if you attempt this without the proper training and knowledge, you could wind up without any heat at all. You’d have to call in a professional HVAC technician after all to finish the job and pay extra for them to fix your mistakes. Skip the hassle by calling our technicians in the first place. Here are some of the most important reasons why we believe that our technicians are best suited for your new furnace installation. Contact Coffman & Company

Winter HVAC Maintenance Tips for Homeowners

November 1, 2024

As you start to prepare your home for the snowy winter weather, you likely have a long list of household maintenance items to take care of. One item you never want to overlook is heating system maintenance. We’re going to share some of our best tips for wintertime HVAC maintenance so you’ll be sure to get your system prepared for the cold weather ahead. Contact Coffman & Company today! Clear Space Around Your Unit It’s not uncommon for homeowners to stash items near their furnaces throughout the warmer summer months. While this isn’t a problem

The Importance of Furnace Maintenance

October 21, 2024

A gas furnace is almost always going to be the most effective option for heating a home in Colorado. While a gas furnace produces a huge amount of heat and can quickly make your home warm and cozy, it can be prone to developing various issues that limit its effectiveness or prevent it from working at all. The best way to avoid this from happening is to have an experienced HVAC company fully maintain and service your furnace every fall before you need to start running your heating. In this article, we’ll explore the various reasons why furnace maintenance is

What Are the Most Common HVAC Noises?

September 4, 2024

Your heating and air conditioning system is a well-tuned machine. You shouldn’t notice it is running when it is working properly. If you do notice unusual sounds, it indicates something is wrong with your HVAC equipment. When this happens, you should reach out to one of our technicians right away to get the underlying problem diagnosed and repaired. What Are Common HVAC Noises? At Coffman & Company, we have experience helping Arvada and greater Denver area residents with common heating and cooling issues. We’ve handled all types of repairs, maintenance, and installations for air conditioners, furnaces, and heat

Understanding Evaporator Coils and Condenser Coils

August 7, 2024

Whether you cool your Arvada, CO home with an air conditioner or a heat pump, it’s important to know how this equipment works. Evaporator and condenser coils are essential components in both equipment types. These coils facilitate the transfer process that extracts heat from your indoor air and funnels it outside. The following is everything you need to know about how they work and how to care for them. The Evaporator Coil Your air conditioner or heat pump’s evaporator coil is inside your home in the indoor air handler. During each cooling cycle, refrigerant travels to

How to Maintain and Clean Your Humidifier

July 17, 2024

A whole-home humidifier is a great investment for anybody looking to keep their residence at a comfortable and healthy humidity level all year. Still, it needs servicing on a regular basis to keep running well and avoid problems. What Is a Whole-Home Humidifier? Integrating a whole-home humidifier into an HVAC system allows for the regulation of humidity levels across the entire house. As the air moves through the HVAC system, it adds moisture to the air. The ductwork distributes the evaporated or misty water into the airflow. The most important advantages of

How to Maintain Your Mini-Split AC for Maximum Efficiency

June 13, 2024

Even with the exceptional efficiency that comes with a ductless mini-split air conditioner, maintaining that efficiency requires some effort. Consider these six simple maintenance tips to keep your mini-split AC operating at maximum efficiency. 1. Keep Your Air Filters Clean Air filters perform the critical job of keeping contaminants out of the air handler that could clog it and restrict airflow. However, doing so clogs the air filter and requires regular cleaning. The general recommendation is to clean your filter about every two weeks, though that may vary depending on your model and air quality.

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