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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.
Furnace Facts or Fiction—Test Your Home Comfort IQ
False information can be costly, but the experts at S&R Heating & Cooling are happy to help you separate furnace facts from fiction for a more comfortable, efficient home. Here are the five most common myths homeowners believe about their heating systems but shouldn’t. [...]
Winter’s Hot Topic: How Can I Restore Heat If My Furnace Goes Out?
It’s winter. It’s Minnesota. And it's a real emergency when your heating system stops working or just blows cold air. Run down this DIY checklist, but call the experts at S&R Heating & Cooling right away if one of these simple steps doesn’t [...]
Up to Code: Get an HVAC Inspection Before You Buy a New Home
Finding a home services contractor you trust can be difficult, but once you do, you won’t need to think twice when you have a question or concern. This is why companies that take customer service seriously often have several specialists on staff—because people [...]
Four Reasons to Choose One Company for All Your Comfort Needs
Finding a home services contractor you trust can be difficult, but once you do, you won’t need to think twice when you have a question or concern. This is why companies that take customer service seriously often have several specialists on staff—because people [...]
3 Things You Should Know About HVAC Filters
HVAC filters are key components in your home heating and cooling systems. It's important that you understand what they do and when they need to be replaced. Here are three things the experts at S&R Heating & Cooling want White Bear Lake and [...]
How to Tell If You Need a Humidifier
Because you can’t see it, and it feels different depending on temperature, humidity can be a bit of a mystery. A special meter or some new thermostats can measure air moisture, but there will be signs when humidity is below the recommended 35-50 [...]
Three Ways a Humidifier Can Pay for Itself
It always seems like there are more bills this time of year—gifts, special meals, and traveling to see friends and family, not to mention the high cost of home heating. While it might be tough to fit something else into your budget right [...]
Honest Advice About Replacing Your Furnace
The holidays are coming, and friends and family are counting on the comforts of home. If you have an older heating system that’s been acting up—or not keeping up—it might need some help to get you through the winter. But when should you stop [...]