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Breathe Easier: The Surprising Role of Smart Thermostats in Allergy Relief

May 3, 2025

Allergy season can be hard for anyone suffering from pollen sensitivity, hay fever, or indoor allergens, such as dust mites and mold. You might think of medications and constant cleaning as the obvious solutions, but a smart thermostat is a frequently overlooked and surprisingly powerful tool when you want to fight allergies in your home. Modern smart thermostats are still responsible for regulating temperatures inside, but they’re capable of helping you control the indoor air quality you live with, which is a huge factor that contributes to allergy symptoms. Learn how a smart thermostat can improve

Understanding SEER Ratings and Choosing the Best AC for Your Home

April 2, 2025

When you’re thinking of purchasing a new air conditioner, the options can seem endless. With all the different brand names, sizes, and features available, settling on an AC can be difficult. Then you must contend with different SEER ratings for different air conditioners as well as the fact that the Department of Energy updated the rating system to SEER2 as of Jan. 1, 2023. All this can make an already daunting process more confusing. At Coffman & Company, we want to share the knowledge you need to make the best investment possible. We’ll go over what SEER ratings

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

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