Heating and cooling your home has never been cheap, but it’s even pricier today with rising energy costs and unpredictable weather.

The United States Department of Energy has estimated climate controlling your homes makes up roughly 56 percent of your energy bill. When the summer months hit, A/C is a necessity that raises your electric bill. However, you don’t have to feel guilty about keeping you and your family cool — Zimmerman Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning has constructed a list of tips that can help you improve your air conditioning efficiency.

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As Pennsylvania’s colder months come to a close, you’ll likely be making preparations around your home to get ready for the summertime.

As you uncover the flower beds, unpack the patio furniture and test out the lawnmower, you should also take the time to prepare your A/C unit for the heavy workload it’s expected to endure. The last thing you want to deal with is an air conditioner that blows hot air or doesn’t work consistently.

A variety of circumstances can cause those issues, but Zimmerman Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning can offer some valuable prevention and maintenance advice that will help you in the long run.

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Just like you need to have your car inspected every year to ensure it’s in working order, your air conditioning unit has plenty of moving parts a technician should check annually for efficiency and wear.

If you’re interested in a preventative maintenance plan, Zimmerman Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning will happily work with you. We’ve developed a reputation for quality work and customer service, as Harrisburg community has voted us Best of the Best for Plumbing & HVAC since 2005. We pride ourselves on transparency and honesty, so you’ll never exit a conversation with us feeling disappointed or confused.

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It’s a common question for homeowners — which are better, natural gas heating systems or electric heating systems? If you already have a gas heating system, should you switch to electric, or vice versa? To help you understand which heating system is better for you and your home, it will help you to know a little bit about the benefits of each.

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The winter months, when the temperature is at its lowest, are when you depend on your heating system the most. Unfortunately, it’s also a time when a number of common winter heating problems can crop up unexpectedly. If you are prepared for some of these common problems, you may find yourself with many fewer headaches this winter. Here are some of the most common winter heating problems you may encounter and what you can do about them.

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