Lakes Region HVAC Blog

Lakes Region HVAC helps New Hampshire homeowners achieve their energy saving goals.

Is an Energy Audit the Key to Unlocking Winter Comfort?

It may be time to consider new strategies to achieve your winter heating goals.

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Lakes Region HVAC provides homeowners with a list of maintenance tips to improve their home comfort and efficiency.

How to Improve Comfort and Efficiency with HVAC Maintenance

Maintenance increases efficiency, lowers energy bills, optimizes performance, extends the system’s lifespan and reduces breakdowns.

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Lakes Region HVAC provides a guide to the various acronyms used in the heating and cooling industry.

Making Sense of HVAC Acronyms

The HVAC industry has developed numerous acronyms to describe various components, technologies, and performance metrics.

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Lakes Region can install mini-split ductless systems in a variety of places in homes and businesses.

Where Can I Install a Mini-Split?

Mini-splits have the incredible ability to be installed in some seemingly unconventional spaces.

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Lakes Region HVAC can help home and business owners decide if a ductless minisplit is a good investment

Is a mini-split a wise investment?

Lakes Region HVAC can help home and business owners decide if a ductless minisplit is a good investment.

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Lakes Region Heating and Air Conditioning installs, repairs and maintains ductless mini-splits for New Hampshire home and business owners.

What you need to know about mini-splits before installation

The search for the perfect heating and cooling system doesn't need to be tedious. The key is to have enough foundational knowledge to better assess whether a specific system is right for you.

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Carrier technician inspecting an energy-efficient residential heat pump.

Spring 2024: Heat pumps are now eligible for rebates in NH!

If you are considering investing in an eco-friendly heat pump system to heat and cool your New Hampshire home, we have great news.

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Carrier technician inspecting an energy-efficient residential heat pump.

Optimizing Heat Pump Performance

Consistent maintenance is key to maintaining optimal performance for your heat pump.

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Carrier technician inspecting an energy-efficient residential heat pump.

What Makes Heat Pumps Innovative

Heat pumps have become increasingly more intriguing to home and business owners as of late. If you find yourself curious about the hype surrounding them, you have come to the right place.

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Understanding Heat Pump Systems

Whether you are looking to integrate heat pump technology into your home or business or you have already done so, understanding how these systems work is essential.

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How To Protect Your HVAC System In Severe Weather

The likelihood of HVAC breakdowns and malfunctions increases during severe weather. Learn how to prepare for winter storms.

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How Do I Make My Finished Attic Warmer?

If you have recently finished the attic in your home, or already have a finished attic that is cold in the winter, finding ways to heat up the space is probably top of mind.

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Preparing Your HVAC System for Harsh New Hampshire Winters

In the Northeast, cold winters and generous snowfall are constants we can rely on. As we look ahead to the winter of 2023-2024, there is conflicting information about what to expect.

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Ductless Mini-Split System Maintenance Best Practices

You can use this guide to guarantee you are taking the necessary steps to keep your ductless mini-split humming.

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Why do I sweat at night even though my AC is on?

If you are struggling to stay cool and comfortable at night, you're not alone. Being a "hot sleeper" is thought to affect 10% to 41% of people.

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Choosing the best HVAC system for a lakeside home

Selecting an effective HVAC system for your lakeside sanctuary is paramount to guarantee year-round comfort and maximize energy efficiency.

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How many rooms can a mini-split cool?

A prevalent misconception suggests that mini-split systems are only suitable for small spaces.

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Does the HVAC system I choose affect the resale value of my home?

One simple way to increase the resale value of your home is to install a new heating and/or cooling system.

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Why is my HVAC fan so loud?

A loud fan within an HVAC system could indicate a problem.

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Should I Get a Thermostat with Geofencing Technology

It can be challenging for a consumer to sort through what technology is worth investing in and what is not.

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Are my pets contributing to indoor air pollution?

Pet dander can affect indoor air quality but there are solutions to having pets and maintaining a healthy indoor climate.

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Why is my furnace filter black?

If you remove your filter and see that it is black, that can be a sign that something is amiss.

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What is the Best Temperature to Set Your Heat in Winter?

Every year as the temperature drops, many homeowners find that their energy bills do the opposite.

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Why Healthy Indoor Air Quality is Important

If you do not have proper ventilation your air can become stale and pollutants can become a health issue.

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Where Should Your Home's Thermostat Be Located?

Choosing the right thermostat, and finding the optimal placement for it, can enhance your comfort and help with energy efficiency.

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Is it time to upgrade to a high-efficiency heating system?

How do you know if it’s time to replace a furnace, especially if it hasn’t stopped working yet?

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Is a heat pump right for my home?

Manufacturers have developed new air source heat pumps that provide efficient and effective heating and cooling for homes in colder climates like the northeast.

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How to Landscape Around Your Outdoor AC Unit

Landscaping around your outdoor AC unit can make your system more efficient.

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What Does BTU Mean?

What does the acronym BTU mean and why it is important when purchasing an air conditioner

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Your HVAC Spring Cleaning Checklist

Spring means it is time to start thinking about air conditioning.

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Pros and Cons of Ductless Mini Splits for Commercial Buildings

Purchasing and maintaining your commercial HVAC system is a significant investment in your business, and we want to help you make the right choice.

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Are Air Quality Tests Worth It?

Having your home’s indoor air quality professionally tested can ensure you and your family are breathing healthy, clean air.

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Ways To Reduce Heating Costs in Commercial Buildings

As business owners ourselves, we understand there are a lot of overhead costs that go into owning a commercial space.

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Why is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?

The last thing you want is to feel cold air blowing out of your vents!

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Geothermal is the High-Performance Green Energy

Geothermal heat is best known for how eco-friendly it is. Many Americans rely on heating oil and natural gas to heat their homes, but these fuels are limited resources.

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Benefits of Geothermal Heat Pumps.

Geothermal heat pumps are becoming the best energy-efficient choice for residential, commercial and municipal buildings.

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7 Reasons to Install a Ductless Mini-Split in Your Home.

If you have an older system you may only be getting about 60 cents worth of heat for every $1 you spend to generate that heat.

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Why Does My Furnace Smell When I Turn it On?

Many people notice an odor the first time they turn on their furnace for the heating season and wonder if this is cause for concern.

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What is the optimal sleep temperature?

Many people struggle with falling asleep or staying comfortable at night due to the temperature of their homes.

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Is there a difference in air conditioner filters?

When it comes time to change your AC filter, we know it's important to you that you choose the right one.

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Do I Need an AC Tune-Up Every Year?

Some people wonder if they need to have AC maintenance performed every year.

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Are Smart Thermostats Worth It?

Before choosing a new thermostat for your home make sure you understand the options available.

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How can I protect my family from carbon monoxide in our home?

You may be aware of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning and what a concern it can be to the well-being of you and your family. But do you know how to prevent it?

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Indoor air quality is more important than ever.

Thankfully, modern technology has given many different options to aid you in keeping everyone in your home breathing easy.

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Why does my furnace trip the circuit breaker?

A circuit breaker “trips” to cut off the supply of electricity to prevent a fire. A circuit breaker is a safety mechanism. By resetting it without solving the problem puts you and your family in danger.

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7 Home Heating Fire Safety Tips

Each year, winter home fires take 890 lives and result in $2 billion in property loss...

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5 Tips for Lowering Energy Costs This Winter

Using energy efficiently in order to save money on utility costs requires a holistic approach to minimizing waste, including unnecessary and avoidable spending.

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7 Tips To Prepare Your Home For Winter

Weather incidents account for more than half of all homeowners’ insurance claims...of those claims, wind, pipes freezing and bursting, roof and flashing leaks, and ice dams are among the major causes of home damage during weather events.

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Top 3 Hacks To Saving Money On Home Repairs

By approaching every home repair problem using these top 3 hacks, you can protect your home and your budget!

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3 Ways Furnace Tune-Ups Pay Off

A trained HVAC technician knows how to clean and calibrate furnaces to achieve optimal performance.

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4 Hurricane-Protection Tips For HVAC Systems In Your Home, Vacation Home, Or Business

...New Hampshire may start experiencing these potentially devastating storms...

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Geothermal Is The High-Performance Green Energy

Homeowners in New Hampshire no longer need to worry about the fluctuating prices of heating oil and natural gas.

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Keep Allergic Guests Comfortable In Your Pet-Friendly Seasonal Rental

If you own a seasonal home you share with family, rent through a real estate agent, or host on Airbnb, you may have wondered if you could be pet friendly without driving away guests...

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Save Money On Air Conditioner Tune-Ups

Dryers, refrigerators, dishwashers, and microwaves are only meant to last an average of 10 years, according to This Old House. Don’t take that approach with your air conditioner.

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About Lakes Region HVAC
Since 1992

Lakes Region’s expert service technicians and installers are trained in the latest advancements in heating and cooling technologies. We'll help you select the correct comfort system for your home, ensuring that your equipment operates at the highest efficiency — giving you the lowest monthly operating cost.

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LRHVAC’s office hours: Monday - Friday 7:30-4:30
Phone: 603-286-2290
Mail: 86 Bay Hill Rd., Northfield, NH 03276
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