HVAC & Solar Blog | Sierra Pacific Home & Comfort, Inc.

Get AC Maintenance Before Winter Hits

September 11th, 2023

It’s easy to simply forget about your air conditioner until you need it when summer hits, but it’s never a good idea. Your air conditioner needs proper maintenance so that when you start it up again, it doesn’t run into any problems. You’ll have a smooth, easy summer with your AC if you take care of it at the end of every season.

Our air conditioning service plan in Sacramento, CA makes it easy to stay on track with maintenance. Let’s talk about why it’s so important for you to keep up that maintenance even when it’s easy to forget about it.

How Long Does Central AC Installation Take?

August 28th, 2023

Air conditioning installation sounds like such a process, doesn’t it? When you think about ductwork, the outdoor concrete pad, the unit itself, the vents, it all sounds like too much. But there’s no one-size-fits-all time frame for AC installation.

When you get central AC installation in Rancho Cordova, CA, you don’t want it to take too long, but we’ll tell you right now that some jobs take longer when complications arise during the installation process. Let’s go over everything you need to know about the way the install process impacts your time frame.

6 Reasons AC Tune Ups Save You Money

August 7th, 2023

Your air conditioner is reliable, kicks on every summer, and you haven’t had any problems with it. It works, but how efficient is it? How much are you paying each month for your utility bills?

If each month you dread seeing how much your utility bill is, you’re not alone. Many homeowners overpay for their monthly energy bills because they don’t get their AC tune up in Sacramento, CA when they’re supposed to.

Let’s talk about all the ways that tune-up appointment, inconvenient as it can be, will save you money and ultimately keep your AC happier as well.

How Does a Pool UV Light Help?

July 24th, 2023

UV light helps sanitize, so why wouldn’t you want one in your pool? We all know how gross the water can get (and it doesn’t take long for it to get that way, either). A UV light makes sense, but how does it help?

We know a thing or two about pool UV lights and pool pumps in Rancho Cordova, CA, so let’s talk about how you can protect the water in your pool.

Here’s How Heat Pumps Can Replace Your Furnace

July 10th, 2023

Your furnace has been “old reliable” for as long as you can remember, but it’s time for a new machine to reign supreme in your home. Yes, furnaces still have their usefulness, but heat pumps are quickly outpacing them.

Heat pump installation in Sacramento, CA is often used to replace furnaces because these days, furnaces need electric ignition starts anyway. So, a more energy-efficient way to heat your home just makes sense as the clear choice. But that’s not the only reason. Let’s break it down.

5 Warning Signs Your AC Gives Before a Breakdown

June 26th, 2023

If you listen to your air conditioner, you’ll pick up on red flags that indicate there’s an oncoming storm of problems that’s about to hit. Some are less subtle than others, but each leads to their own problems. Over time, you’ll get better at identifying these warning signs so you can call for repairs before a major breakdown.

When you get AC repair in Rancho Cordova, CA, tell these warning signs to your technician so they can pinpoint the largest problem first and work their way out from there.

Here’s How Smart Thermostats Save You Money

June 12th, 2023

Who wants to spend extra money cooling their home? If this were a comedy, you’d hear crickets chirping right now. Everyone wants to save on cooling costs, and there’s a mostly hands-free way to do it right now.

Getting smart thermostat installation in Sacramento, CA is a step towards better energy efficiency and lower monthly cooling costs. A smart thermostat learns what you like, how you like your home to be cooled, and then works ‘round the clock to make that happen.

You can optimize your home cooling efficiency right now, and that means a few things other than just saving money each month (though that is the best part). Here are other ways a smart thermostat benefits your home.

What Is Net Metering?

May 15th, 2023

Net metering in Rancho Cordova, CA is a way for you, the homeowner, to generate electricity from your solar panels and sell it back. These require metering laws, which many states have, and it’s an extremely effective way to offset your energy costs.

Here in California, we have net metering laws in place. If you’re curious about them, that’s what we’re here to talk about. Let’s go over it.

Heat Pump Water Heaters Vs Tankless

May 1st, 2023

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You have two main choices as a homeowner when it comes to your water heater: a heat pump water heater or a tankless one. They’re both great choices, but are they really equal? Do the pros and cons weigh in fair balance, or does your specific usage case gravitate to one more than the other? That’s what we’re here to find out.

Heat pump water heaters in Sacramento, CA need to be installed by a professional plumber, so once you’re ready to make your choice between that or a tankless unit, we’re here to help you get the whole process started.

Do You Need to Flush Your Tankless Water Heater?

April 17th, 2023

Your tankless water heater is an amazing bit of plumbing technology, and it’s now the preferred way to heat water in your home. But it’s not without its faults. Unlike tank-style water heaters, they don’t store hot water, so you might think “That means I don’t have to flush them out.”

Unfortunately, you’d be wrong. Tankless water heaters in Sacramento, CA still need to be flushed out to prevent scale buildup and other problems from occurring. Let’s talk about when and why you should get them flushed.