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Man not able to sleep due to a loud sound coming from his furnace.Furnace

What’s That Sound Coming From My Furnace?
It’s normal for your furnace to make some noise. For instance, a dull hum is to be expected. However, louder noises might spell trouble for your heating unit’s components. Remember to turn off your furnace if it makes any alarming sounds and leave the repair job to a professional. To …
Family trying to stay warm under blankets and trying to determine why their furnace isn't heating their entire home.Furnace

Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?
If your furnace seems to be producing heating inconsistently around your Huntersville home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room causing spotty heating or cooling. On cold days, this can be a nuisance. For example, you may be confined to only a few …
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What Are the Different Types of Furnaces?
If you happen to be in the market for a new furnace, you may be overwhelmed by the number of options available. Our professional team at Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning would like to make it a bit easier by providing some basics on the different types of furnaces on …
Family playing outdoors enjoying the fall season after scheduling their HVAC maintenanceFurnace

Do I Really Need Fall HVAC Maintenance?
As the saying goes, “Time and tide wait for no one.” Whether you’re prepared or not, the summer months and warmer weather are gone, moving aside for fall and cooler temps. That means here in Huntersville, you need to think about preparing your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system …
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What Is Fall Indoor Air Quality?
With fall now upon us in Cornelius, North Carolina, cooler temperatures are here to stay. This transition from one season to another most definitely affects your home’s indoor air quality (IAQ). And your IAQ directly affects your comfort in your home. In cooler weather, people tend to spend more time …
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Is HVAC Preventative Maintenance Worth It?
At Griffin Heating & Air Conditioning, we know what an investment your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is in your home. That’s why time and time again we recommend regular preventative maintenance on all your HVAC units. You need to invest in your investment. We have had some …
technician inspecting HVAC unit in preparation for a hurricaneGeneral HVAC

Being Prepared For a Hurricane
Although we just experienced a major hurricane here in Statesville, that does not mean you should be lax about being prepared in the event of another one. With Atlantic hurricane season officially running from June 1 through November 30, you need to always have a plan––of what to do before, …
Woman checking unit to help maintain her ductless heating & cooling systemDuctless

How to Maintain Your Ductless Heating & Cooling System
A ductless, or mini-split, heating and cooling system is a splendid choice for your North Carolina, home and a worthwhile investment. It offers many benefits, and you can enjoy them all for years to come if you maintain the system on a consistent basis. You definitely want to protect your …
lightening representing how you can protect your AC from stormsAir Conditioning

How to Protect Your AC From Storms
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” There’s a reason why that old adage has been passed down through the years. It’s always better to be prepared for misfortunes than to have to deal with the consequences. During storm season in Statesville, that proves true for protecting …
homeowners hand checking to make sure their air conditioner worksAir Conditioning

How Does an Air Conditioner Work?
As a homeowner here in North Carolina, it’s always a good idea to learn as much as you can about your appliances. That means knowing their basic operations, what features are included, and if any necessary upkeep is involved. Needless to say, this is no exception for your air conditioning …