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How Much Does it Cost to Install a Ductless Mini Split? A wall-mount mini-split heating and air conditioning unit installed in a new house.

How Much Does it Cost to Install a Ductless Mini Split?

November 12, 2025

Installing a ductless mini split is typically several thousand dollars, with the final balance greatly depending on the number of indoor units, system size, and installation complexity.

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What Is That Burning Smell Coming From My Furnace? Close up photo of blue heated coils from inside a furnace.

What Is That Burning Smell Coming From My Furnace?

October 31, 2025

There is nothing scarier than switching your furnace on in the fall and catching a whiff of something burning.

If that happens to you, try to stay calm. The odor could be a harmless sign that your furnace is burning off dust at the start of the heating season in Indiana. Or it could be a red flag for a more significant problem.

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How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer? A technician working on a furnace.

How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer?

October 17, 2025

The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer?

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Why Is My Heat Pump Turning On and Off Frequently? A lady turning up her thermostat.

Why Is My Heat Pump Turning On and Off Frequently?

September 30, 2025

Homeowners in Lafayette, generally favor heat pumps for their energy efficiency and dual heating and cooling capabilities. However, like any HVAC system, they can develop issues that impact performance.

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Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits? A wall-mount mini-split heating and air conditioning unit installed in a new house. A modern heat pump, this unit heats a house in winter and cools in the summer. This type of system eliminates ductwork which is a primary source of inefficiency in a conventional system making this about 30% more efficient. This particular unit has an eye sensor which pans the room looking for hot or cold spots and directs the airflow accordingly.

Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits?

September 15, 2025

They’re called ductless mini splits because they don’t require ductwork and consist of two main components—a compact indoor air handler and an outdoor compressor—connected by refrigerant lines. This “split” design allows for efficient, targeted heating and cooling in specific areas.

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3 Tips to Prevent AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave

August 30, 2025

An air conditioner is your lifeline during a prolonged heat wave.

This life-saving comfort system is a necessity when temperatures soar and linger in West Lafayette as they have under the heat dome that has scorched across Indiana.

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Side view exhausted young girl using paper waver, suffering from hot summer weather or high temperature at home.

When Should I Replace My Air Conditioner In Lafayette?

August 15, 2025

According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), replacing your decade-old unit could save you up to 50 percent on your monthly utility bill.

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Air conditioner maintenance being performed.

Why Is Regular HVAC Maintenance Essential?

July 31, 2025

According to the U.S. DOE, a simple task such as changing the air filter on your HVAC system can improve efficiency by up to 15 percent.

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father and toddler in front of a fan in living room.

Prepare for Hot Weather With an Air Conditioning Tune-Up

July 16, 2025

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, central air conditioning systems have a service life of approximately 15 to 20 years.

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Outdoor Air Conditioning unit covered in ice.

Is Your Thermostat Causing Your AC to Freeze Up in Lafayette?

June 30, 2025

It’s another hot summer day in Lafayette, and you feel like you might melt. Your air conditioner is not doing its job and your and causes your AC to Freeze up.

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