ESSENTIAL HEATING SAFETY TIPS FOR HOMEOWNERS
Homeowners don’t often think about heating safety, but when winter rolls around, they need to be more mindful. Here are just a few things you need to know about heating system safety. Make sure your heating system is inspected at least twice a year and is cleaned and repaired regularly by a professional home heating […]
3 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT ALLERGIES
Did you know that according to the National Institutes of Health, over 50% of Americans have at least one allergy? Most often, people are allergic to airborne particles, such as pollen or dust, which can make avoidance difficult.According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s 2016 spring allergy report, Knoxville ranks as the United States’ […]
3 MISTAKES NOT TO MAKE WITH YOUR HVAC SYSTEM
Although it should be pretty obvious, the truth is that alternative heating methods are not usually a good idea for your home. If something goes wrong with your HVAC unit, don’t use 10 space heaters instead of calling a heating repair service. This past January, a fire broke out at an Indianapolis home, according to […]
7 ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR SURVIVING A HOME HEATING EMERGENCY
In the frigid winter months, it’s important to realize that the heating system in your home can go out when you least expect it, either from inclement weather conditions or from a technical glitch in the system.At any time when you suspect that your heating or air conditioning system isn’t working properly, it’s imperative to […]
6 REASONS WHY YOU NEED A BACKUP GENERATOR THIS WINTER
Now that winter is finally starting to settle in, you’ve probably already heard that it’s time to have your heating system inspected twice a year for air quality and system efficiency… But another important tip to keep in mind is the importance of having a backup generator!Having a generator in the summertime is probably more […]
STANDBY GENERATORS – THE BEST EMERGENCY PREPARATION!
As the weather this week reminds us, we need to be ready for severe weather. There are many measures you can take to prepare for severe weather and power outages. These include stocking up on non-perishable food items, keeping plenty of flashlights and fresh batteries, having plenty of blankets and warm clothes, and keeping an […]
WHY DO I NEED TO CHANGE MY HVAC AIR FILTER REGULARLY?
Regular replacement of the filter for your heating, venting and air conditioning unit helps your system operate at peak levels and improves indoor air quality. A number of factors can negatively affect both your system’s performance and your home’s air quality, so it’s important to change filters regularly to ensure proper air flow and to […]
“RIDE AND DECIDE” LETS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TRY OUT SKILLED TRADES
Pioneer Heating and Air’s Gordy Noe speaks to students at Halls High School. Pioneer Heating and Air President Gordy Noe, who is also president of the Knoxville Chapter of the Plumbing – Heating – Cooling Contractors Association, gets excited every time he talks about a new pilot program that Pioneer, PHCC and other organizations are […]
INDIVIDUAL, COMPANY HONORS FOR PIONEER HEATING & AIR
Pioneer Heating & Air and one of its employees recently received two honors that we’d like to share. We are happy to announce that Gordy Noe of Pioneer Heating & Air, Knoxville, was selected by the Plumbing – Heating – Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) as the National HVAC Contractor of the Year. The achievement was […]
DON’T WAIT UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE FOR AN HVAC CHECKUP
When the mercury dips below the freezing mark, isn’t it nice to be warm and cozy inside with the heat running? And wouldn’t it be awful if you turned your furnace on and nothing happened? That’s why it’s important to have your heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system inspected now, before the really cold […]