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The Art of Comfort
S&R knows there’s an art to providing your family comfort. That’s why our blog, The Art of Comfort, provides awesome insights and practical tips to help you maintain your boiler, furnace, air conditioner, and indoor air quality units. Our techs are the masters of their craft and love to share their well-seasoned guidance in our blog. Or call us, if you prefer the old-fashioned way—we’re here to answer your questions.
Beat Wild Temperature Swings With a Wi-Fi Thermostat
Both spring and fall in the Midwest usually come with unpredictable weather. One day could dip to the chilly 40s, and the next it could shoot back up into the 70s. These wild temperature swings can make it hard for you to maintain [...]
Furnace Tuneup 411—Here’s What to Expect From Routine Maintenance
Your furnace will run practically nonstop when winter hits. Because you use it so much, it goes through a lot of wear and tear. That’s why the experts at S&R Heating & Cooling recommend getting an annual furnace tuneup. It comes loaded with [...]
Sounds Like Trouble — Air Conditioner Noises You Can’t Ignore
Air conditioner repair is a part of life. Sooner or later, you’ll need to call in a professional for help, regardless of how well you maintain or clean your AC unit. Thankfully, there are signs you can look for—or rather, listen for—that will tell [...]
A Water Softener Makes Life Better—We Can Prove It
Let’s face it—hard water is gross. It's an eyesore and can cause serious issues for you and your home, including dry and itchy hair, rough and scratchy laundry, and crusty faucets and showerheads. Fortunately, there is an easy solution—a water softener. Here are [...]
Bryant® Perfect Air™ Purifier: The Latest and Greatest in the War on Germs
If you’ve ever had a sick family member, then you know the importance of keeping germs at bay. That’s why we take clean air seriously. We’ve partnered with the folks at Bryant® Heating & Cooling, who are just as serious about fighting germs [...]
5 Things That Can Stop an Air Conditioner Cold
After a long, cold Minnesota winter, everyone looks forward to warm summer days. And because air conditioning is essential for your comfort, the last thing you want is a breakdown. Here are five potential air conditioner issues that can ruin your sunny summer [...]
Top 3 Reasons to Sign an Air Conditioner Maintenance Agreement
Your air conditioning is something you probably don’t think about when it’s working properly. But like a car that you drive until the engine light comes on, your AC will eventually break down if you haven’t taken care of it. At S&R Heating [...]
Eye on Ionizers for At-Home Air Purification
At S&R Heating & Cooling, we know that comfort is about more than just a temperature setting. It also depends on the quality of the air you breathe. You can’t control what’s in the air outside or most of the places you go, but [...]