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Find Your Ideal Thermostat Settings for Comfort and Savings in Paw Paw. Photo of a young woman adjusting a digital thermostat mounted on the wall.

Find Your Ideal Thermostat Settings for Comfort and Savings in Paw Paw

August 29, 2025

Thermostats are small but mighty.

Consider, for example, the tiny temperature box on the wall in your Michigan home. It turns your temperature preferences into pure comfort during hot summers and frosty winters, all while keeping skyrocketing energy bills at bay.

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Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits? A wall-mount mini-split heating and air conditioning unit installed in a new house. A modern heat pump, this unit heats a house in winter and cools in the summer. This type of system eliminates ductwork which is a primary source of inefficiency in a conventional system making this about 30% more efficient. This particular unit has an eye sensor which pans the room looking for hot or cold spots and directs the airflow accordingly.

Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits?

August 15, 2025

They’re called ductless mini splits because they don’t require ductwork and consist of two main components—a compact indoor air handler and an outdoor compressor—connected by refrigerant lines. This “split” design allows for efficient, targeted heating and cooling in specific areas.

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3 Tips to Prevent AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave. Photo of a couple looking out a large window from their living room.

3 Tips to Prevent AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave

July 30, 2025

An air conditioner is your lifeline during a prolonged heat wave.

This life-saving comfort system is a necessity when temperatures soar and linger in Coloma as they have under the heat dome that has scorched across Florida.

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Prepare for Hot Weather With an Air Conditioning Tune-Up

July 16, 2025

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, central air conditioning systems have a service life of approximately 15 to 20 years.

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When Do I Replace My Air Conditioner in Coloma? Photo of a young woman trying to cool off with a water bottle in the sun.

When Do I Replace My Air Conditioner in Coloma?

June 30, 2025

Sometimes, life moves incredibly fast. You could have sworn you just bought your air conditioner. But lately, it doesn’t seem to be working so well.

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Thermostat Settings: On vs. Auto Photo of a digital thermostat mounted on a wall with a blue light.

Thermostat Settings: On vs. Auto

June 16, 2025

We all know the difference between the heating and cooling settings on a thermostat.

But what’s the difference between the On or Auto switch? How does this setting impact the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system in your Coloma home?

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When Do I Need to Replace My Pipes?

May 30, 2025

Scheduling an annual plumbing inspection with Field Plumbing & Heating will provide insight into the condition and lifespan of your pipes.

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What’s That Smell Coming From My AC at Startup?

What’s That Smell Coming From My AC at Startup?

May 15, 2025

As the temperatures begin to rise in Coloma, many homeowners are firing up their air conditioners for the first time in months. But what if, instead of a refreshing blast of cool air, you’re hit with an unpleasant smell?

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Don't Let Your Home Sweat It Out: A Michigan Guide to Humidity Control. Glass door with condensation and a tree, high humidity. Texture of water on a glass. Phenomenon of nature and exterior concept.

Don’t Let Your Home Sweat It Out: A Michigan Guide to Humidity Control

April 30, 2025

If you’ve lived here for any length of time, you’re well aware of the battle we wage against moisture in the air, especially during those brutal months from July to September. We call this time of the year “the sweating season.”

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Spring AC Maintenance Tips. Photo of an AC Unit installed outside of a home.

Spring AC Maintenance Tips

April 15, 2025

Spring is finally arriving in Michigan! The days are getting longer, the flowers are blooming, and you’re probably already thinking about dusting off the patio furniture or tackling that messy garage.

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