Varton Heating & Cooling provides both residential and light commercial heating, cooling, refrigeration and air quality products sales, service, and installation.
We also provide a number of seasonal and year-long maintenance services in order to improve the performance and extend the life of your HVAC equipment.
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TERMINOLOGY
Here are some important terms to help you when discussing your heating, cooling or ventilation issue.
AFUE%
Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency. This is a measure of a furnace's heating efficiency. The higher the AFUE% is, the more efficient the product is. The government's regulated minimum AFUE rating for furnaces is 78%.
Air Handler
This is the portion of the central air conditioning or heat pump system that moves heated or cooled air throughout a home's ductwork. In some systems a furnace handles this function.
Balance Point
An outdoor temperature, usually between 30 degree and 45 degree F, at which a heat pump's output exactly equals the heating needs of the home. Below the balance point, supplementary electric resistance heat is needed to maintain indoor comfort.
BTU
This is British Thermal Unit. The amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water (about one pint) by one degree F.
Evaporator Coil
The portion of a heat pump or central air conditioning system that is located in the home and functions as the heat transfer point for warming or cooling indoor air.
Heat Pump
An air conditioner with a valve that allows it to alternate between heating and cooling.
Heat Source
A body of air or liquid from which heat is collected. The air outside the home is used as the heat source during the heating cycle.
HSPF
Heating Seasonal Performance Factor. This is a measure of a heat pump's heating efficiency. The higher the HSPF, the more efficient the product is.
SEER
Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. A measure of an air conditioner's cooling efficiency, The higher the SEER, the more efficient the product is.
Split System
A heat pump or central air conditioning system with components located both inside and outside the home. The most common design for home use.
Varton Heating & Cooling offers a complete line up of seasonal tune ups, and services and safety inspections for residential and commercial HVAC systems.
Heating Season Start-Up: We offer a furnace cleaning and 28 point heating safety inspection to make sure your furnace is performing safely and at maximum efficiency. Inspection includes cleaning & furnace air handler and control surfaces, inspection and testing of all safety controls, lubrication and maintenance of serviceable parts, visual inspection of the heat exchanger integrity and an electronic carbon monoxide test to ensure you and your family or customers are safe during the heating season.
Cooling Season Start-Up: We provide a 31 point air condirioner service inspection to insure your air conditioner is ready to perform during the warmest summer days. Inspection includes furnace blower compartment, evaporator and condenser coil inspections, visual and electrical inspection of wiring and operational controls. The service also includes inspection and cleaning of condernser coils, refrigerant check and charge (up to 11lb).
Humidifier Service: During the heating season, nothing affects indoor comfort as much as the prpper operation of your whole house humidifier. Ensuring proper humidity in your home will protect your home furnishings as well as provide energy savings and comfort. Our Humidifier service includes checking for proper equipment operation, inspecting for proper water and air flow, inspecting wetting media and humidistat controls.
Water Heater Service: Most homeowners are unaware that the life and efficiency of their hot water heater can be greatly improved by proper annual maintenance. This service includes inspection for water and fuel supply leaks, draining of sediment from tanks, inspection and cleaning of the burner, orifice, thermocouple and pilot hood. On electric Heaters it includes inspection of thermostat, heating element current draw and power supply. Service includes inspection of tank anode. (replacement anodes and tank flushing available at additional cost.)
Yearly Maintenance Service:We offer yearly maintenance services for residential and commercial customers. Standard Residential Plans include both Heating Season Start up inspections, and commercial Plans include additional mid-season inspections with quarterly filter changes.
We can create a custom maintenance plan for your residence or place of business. Call us today for a free consultation and estimate.