3 Signs Your AC Unit Is On Its Last Leg

Hot weather is descending on us faster than an Olympic sprinter. The A/C unit is one of the most effective methods for keeping a building cool. The last thing you want is for the equipment to fail in the middle of a heat wave. Here are three signals it is time to replace the machine itself. Related Read: AC Troubleshooting: …

What Is My SEER Rating & Why Does It Matter?

  Air conditioners all have an energy efficiency rating. It’s called a SEER rating. A SEER rating is defined as Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating. The rating is determined by the output of heat or air for each unit of energy the unit consumes. The higher the output, the higher the rating. Higher ratings indicate higher efficiency. Related Read: 4 Quick …

Allergens in Your Home and How to Get Them Out

Over 50 million people in the U.S. suffer from allergies. If you’re not one of them, count your lucky stars. If you do suffer from allergies, you know spring is one of the hardest times of year. The team at Getzschman Heating and Air Conditioning wants to help. While we are a heating and cooling company, we want you to …

7 Houseplants That Can Help You Breathe Easier

Did you know that indoor air is typically more polluted than outdoor air? Everyday items such as furniture, upholstery, cleaning products and even synthetic building materials can emit toxic chemicals such as benzene and formaldehyde into your home. Yuck! Luckily, the Getzschman Heating and Cooling team has an affordable and aesthetically pleasing way to combat these dangerous chemicals in your home: …

How Adding Humidity Keeps Energy Bills Lower & Your Home More Comfortable

At Getzschman Heating & Cooling, we’ve got dozens of tips and tricks up our sleeve that can help homeowners not only live more comfortably but save money too. One of those tricks involves your home’s humidifier. We break down the specifics below! Adding Humidity to Your Home Makes the Air Feel Warmer Think about the last time that you stepped …

How Dry Air Can Wreak Havoc on Your Home This Winter

The Midwest is known for humid summers and dry winters. With winter just around the bend, that dry air is headed back into our lives. Dry air isn’t all bad, but when it’s bone dry for an extended period of time, your body and home will experience some negative side effects. Don’t let dry air cause problems this winter. Getzschman …

How to Beat the Humidity

The Omaha area has had a tough go of it so far this spring and summer. The entire Midwest has been pummeled by rain, rain, rain. With these seemingly endless storms, homeowners might begin to experience a few problems. Issues such as basement flooding and leaks can lead to longer-lasting problems like mold growth and musty smells. Just the added …

Spring Forward With a Fresh Air Conditioning & Heating System

It’s been a long winter here in Omaha, but spring is finally starting to show up! If you’re anything like most people, this is the time of the year when excess clutter and other problems around the house become apparent. It’s time to lighten up and prepare your house for the warmer weather. Here are three ways to prepare your …

Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips For Your Omaha Area Home

More than 50% of carbon monoxide poisonings happen in homes.The silent killer is hard to detect, but can be kept at bay if you take the right steps now. The G-Force team can install carbon monoxide detectors in your Omaha area home and make sure they are working properly. Once they are installed in your home, you should check them …

5 Signs You Need a Whole House Humidifier

Furnace season is almost in full force now in Omaha, but it comes at a price. When your furnace runs all day and all night, the humidity levels in your home can easily become unbalanced. If you can’t immediately tell that the air in your home is parched, here are five telltale signs to look for. Itchy, Dry Skin Is …