As heating and air conditioning systems age, you will eventually be confronted with the decision to either repair or replace the system. The decision can be challenging from both a comfort perspective, as well as a financial perspective, where repair costs can range from hundreds of dollars upwards to thousands for a replacement. Below are […]

In an field there are good players and less good players. At Boer Brothers we strive to be the best choice for most people most of the time. But the final answer of who you should hire depends on your needs. In general when hunting for a company to maintain your system, look for one […]

One of the biggest issues we have found with customers who have come to us from other companies was that they felt that they were always being sold something and that the service technician was being compensated for pushing unneeded repairs and system replacement. Many companies provide commissions, or what are called Spiffs, to technicians […]

There’s some good news in the HVAC industry. Maintenance tool design and functionality has improved so businesses will have minimal downtime during HVAC maintenance in Durham. Technicians can now provide faster, more efficient service. Boer Brothers Heating and Cooling offers highly efficient HVAC maintenance for businesses and residential customers. The technician will arrive for the […]

Air conditioners are intended to keep your home cool, but they can have a dangerous effect if not well maintained. Between 2005 and 2009, air conditioning equipment caused an annual average of 2,346 home fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Electrical and mechanical failures are the foremost cause of air conditioner related […]

If your cooling unit is sending out warm air or has completely stopped working, it is time for a Durham AC repair. Having your air conditioning unit back up and running is a top priority for you and your family, especially in the hot weather. Prior to picking up the phone for a service technician, […]

Save Energy: Open the Furnace Heat Vents in Your Home Want to stay comfortable and save money this winter? Keeping your furnace in great, working condition and maintaining a steady airflow in your home ductwork will create an energy efficient environment. If you are in need of a furnace repair in Durham or surrounding areas, […]

Need to purchase a new furnace for your home or commercial facility? When searching for a new furnace, it is a good idea to begin by researching energy efficiency. Heating systems are categorized with an AFUE (annual fuel-utilization-efficiency) rating, which measures the percentage of fuel the system uses to produce warm air in your home […]

So now you know how an Air Conditioner system works, after reading Part 1 last time. But your most important question remains unanswered. What’s that? How does this help me? Understanding how your cooling system works will help you in two ways: 1) You will understand why regular maintenance is a necessity, not just a […]

A cool breeze on a hot summer day… Can you feel it? Isn’t it refreshing? The best part is that you’re inside your home cool and comfortable because you have an air conditioning system. But do you really know what it is doing? Or how it is doing it? Does it matter? Yes it does! […]