April 18, 2017

Summer Prep Tips for Air Conditioning

It seems like we just got done with spring cleaning, but our scorching summer and fall months are descending upon us! How do you prepare? For most homes and business in Kansas City, air conditioning uses more electricity than any other use. There are ways to reduce this load before sweltering months kick into full gear. Here are some easy some summer preparation practices to help reduce your usage and electric bills: Should You Close Unused Vents? Experts offer different opinions on the efficiency of closing vents and doors to unused rooms. In quite a few cases, this will decrease your air conditioning unit’s efficiency. Please double-check for any rooms with thermostats in them. You might not want to close them off. You can contact a technician at Apex Heating & Air Conditioning and they can advise you about closing off any parts of the house for the summer. Keep the Heat Off Your Thermostat Check to see that computers, televisions, lamps and other household devices that generate heat are not too close to your thermostat. If so, this can inadvertently drive up your temperature reading, causing the AC unit to kick off and on repeatedly all day and night...

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February 5, 2016

Geothermal Systems – Right For You?

The question comes up with increasing frequency these days, because “going green” is on more and more people’s minds – when it’s time to replace your aging HVAC system, is a geothermal system “right” for you? The answer is, it can be. Sure, if you need quality heating repairs in KC, at prices that won’t leave you feeling taken advantage of, we can help with that too, but when the day comes that you have to start thinking about replacement, you should consider a geothermal system. Why? Efficiency. For many families, monthly energy bills are their third biggest monthly expense, sitting only behind the mortgage and car payment. For some families, especially during the hottest and coldest months of the year, your monthly energy bill can easily become your single largest outlay, every month. Anything you can do to reduce that number is a good thing. Geothermal is an old, well established and well understood technology. Does that surprise you? It does many people, who think it’s a fairly new innovation, born on the wings of the recent surge in interest in green technologies. The reality is, we’ve been using geothermal systems for decades. That’s good news for you, if...

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December 31, 2015

The Best Heating Repair in KC

The details matter. When you find yourself in need of air conditioning or heating repair in KC or surrounding areas, you want to know that the company you call for service is top of the line. Your home absolutely depends on a few, critical systems to make them habitable. Plumbing, electrical, and HVAC are the “Big Three.” If any one of those fail, it’s like your comfortable house and home suddenly gets transported back in time a hundred years. How many times have you seen, heard, or read about companies “saying” that we’re the best? That’s probably true of just about every company advertising, right? So given all that noise, how do you separate the pretenders from the real McCoys? At first glance, it might not look like there’s any good way, but that’s not quite true. You absolutely shouldn’t just take a company’s word for it, but there are plenty of third party agencies you can trust. Check out we’re rating with the BBB, for instance. Are there any complaints against them? If so, what kind? How were we resolved? How quickly were we resolved? You can learn a lot just by doing this bit of research. Don’t hesitate...

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June 9, 2015

To Repair or to Replace: The Air Conditioner Question

Are you struggling to decide if you want to spend the money to replace your air conditioner, or if you want to continue scheduling air conditioning repair in Kansas City MO? The current system’s performance, quality of air produced, energy efficiency, and age are all important factors, but many times it comes down to cost. Consider: Frequency and cost of repairs – If you’re having your current cooling system frequently repaired, you should take a look at how much you’ve spent to keep it running. If you continue with this pattern of repairs, how quickly will you reach the amount a new system costs with what you’ve spent already on repairs? Reduced costs with energy efficiency – New systems are much more energy efficient than older systems, there’s no doubt about it. Take a look at the projected costs for cooling your home with a new, energy efficient system relative to what you’re spending now. If you upgrade, how quickly will the savings account for the initial cost of the new system? Whatever you decide, the team at Apex HVAC is here for you. We offer great products at affordable prices, as well as maintenance and repair services to care...

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April 27, 2015

Air Conditioning Maintenance

When it comes to AC repair Kansas City residents know and trust Apex HVAC. While we pride ourselves on fast, affordable, and trustworthy emergency AC repair, we also offer AC service agreements and annual maintenance. When you schedule your air conditioning maintenance with us, we send out a certified technician who thoroughly inspects and cleans your equipment. All of our maintenance visits include the following: Condenser coil – This is cleaned and all dirt and debris is removed. Dirty condenser coils can raise your refrigerant pressure and increase your electric bill. In addition, dirt and debris build up can clog your condenser and put extra strain on your unit which may lead to breakdown. Refrigerant charge – We use a special process to check your refrigerant. A low or high refrigerant charge can easily go unnoticed and increase the cost to operate your air conditioner by almost 30%. Also, it could cause your compressor to shut down. Controls, safeties, and wirings – Our technician will inspect all components of your equipment including thermostats, controls, safety shut offs, and wires to ensure proper operation and safety. This will help keep your unit running all summer long. Motors and bearings – During...

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February 26, 2015

Buying a New Furnace

When it comes to Kansas City furnace installation, locals know and trust Apex for all their furnace needs. If you are thinking about upgrading your furnace, we are here to help. Here are a few issues to keep in mind if you are buying a new furnace: Efficiency. The efficiency of your furnace matters. In 1992, the United States Department of Energy adopted new efficiency guidelines. While these were a step in the right direction, they allow for a significant amount of variation in furnace efficiency. Furnace efficiency is measured by AFUE, or Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency. The AFUE of a new furnace can vary from 80 to 98.5. The higher the rating, the more efficient the furnace. Purchasing a more efficient unit may cost more upfront but can save you hundreds if not thousands over the life of your furnace. Contact us today for help determining the most efficient furnace you can purchase for your budget. Size. The size of your furnace is extremely important. It needs to be sized to fit your home. If your furnace is too small, it won’t heat your home efficiently. It will work too hard and put unnecessary strain on the unit. If your...

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December 19, 2014

How to Save Energy While Staying Warm This Winter

Most of us like the idea of saving energy from an environmental aspect, but let’s face it, the real drive to save energy is because we want to save money too! It can be difficult in the winter to save money without sacrificing your comfort, but it is possible! Here are a few ways you can save energy and money this winter, while staying nice and cozy.

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November 21, 2014

Why Humid is Better in the Winter

In the middle of the summer, humidity can have a negative connotation and evoke images of people rushing to the nearest swimming pool, but in the winter, it is important to have humidity in your home both for the health of your family and the overall efficiency of heating your home. Here are some crucial reasons to make sure your home humidity levels are at a reasonable level this time of year:

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