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What To Look For In A Heating Repair Company

February 21, 2019

If your heating system is giving you troubles, you may need heating repairs from a qualified team. Here are some of the things to consider before you hire a heating repair company. They Must Be Licensed and Experienced Your HVAC system is one of the most expensive systems in your home. You want to be assured that the company you entrust to replace or repair it has adequate training. Various states require heating repair companies to have proper licensing. Before a technician gets the licensing, he or she must have been in the industry for at

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3 Ways to Save On Your Utility Bills

January 26, 2019

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, nearly half the energy you use in your home goes toward heating or cooling. Looking for ways to save money on your heating bills? These three tips could help you cut your monthly utility bills while staying comfortable. 1. Turn Your Thermostat Down Before You Turn In Experts say that the ideal room temperature for a good night’s sleep is between 60° and 67° Fahrenheit. This is also good news for your wallet in the wintertime, as decreasing your thermostat by ten degrees may be able to help you

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The Wonderful Invention of Furnaces

December 13, 2018

The furnace is one of the most important home appliance inventions in history. The entire concept of central heating and cooling was started in 1919, and home comfort has never been the same since. Inventing the Furnace Alice Parker is credited with being the inventor of the first central heating system. After 1919, homeowners were able to regulate the environment around the entire home at once while heating it with greater efficiency. In 1935, Alice’s work led to even more efficient heating methods – the first electric fan-fueled by coal and the air wall furnace with

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How Do Furnaces Work?

November 9, 2018

The importance of keeping a home at the right temperature cannot be overstated. Particularly for families with people with chronic health problems, it is very important to make sure that the home is kept at the right temperature. The development of furnaces and air conditioners for this purpose is one of the most important technological advancements over the past few decades. What started as a simple fireplace has now progressed to an advanced heating system that can spread throughout the entire home. With this in mind, how exactly does a furnace heat a home? Transmit Hot Air Through the

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Lennox Air Conditioner Product Spotlight

August 21, 2017

Technology has made great changes to our lives and the ways we cool our homes. Air conditioners have changed a lot over the years. Some of us grew up with water coolers and one window air conditioner for the whole house. And lots of fans! Bratcher Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to be one of the few Dave Lennox Premier Dealers in Central Illinois. We are able to offer the entire line of Lennox air conditioning equipment. Included in the Dave Lennox Signature line of air conditioners are the models SL18CX1, XC21, and XC25. Some of the features of these

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Clean Air Filters Equals Cleaner Air

August 18, 2017

The air inside your home may seem cleaner than the air outside, but indoor air can still contain dust, pollen, pet dander, mold spores, smoke, lint, bacteria, viruses, and other airborne particles. These pollutants can affect comfort, especially for babies, older adults, people with allergies, and households with pets. Your air filter plays an important role in reducing the amount of debris that circulates through your HVAC system and back into your living space. A clean filter will not eliminate every allergen or contaminant, but it can help improve airflow, support better indoor air quality, and protect your air

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Welcome to Our Blog

August 11, 2017

Our promise to our customers is to make sure we follow through on our commitments, maintaining high standards of workmanship and service, and earning your trust. To provide even better service to our customers, and those in Central Illinois that are just learning about us, we are starting a blog where we will post articles to help provide tips, ideas, product highlights and more. We will cover heating, air conditioning, and indoor air quality topics, as well as some general items to help you make the best decisions regarding the overall comfort for you and your family.

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