FAQS

Indicators that it might be time to replace your HVAC system include:

• The system is over 10–15 years old.

• Frequent breakdowns requiring costly repairs.

• Increased energy bills despite regular maintenance.

• Uneven heating or cooling in different areas of your home.

• The system uses outdated refrigerants that are being phased out.

Uneven temperatures can result from:

• Lack of proper airflow to the room.

• Insufficient insulation in walls or ceilings.

• Windows not properly sealed, allowing drafts.

• Blocked or closed vents restricting air distribution.

Addressing these issues can help achieve a more consistent temperature throughout your home.

A programmable thermostat allows you to set different temperatures for various times of the day and days of the week.

This enables better energy management by reducing heating or cooling when it’s not needed, leading to potential cost savings on energy bills.

Improving indoor air quality involves several steps:

• Regularly changing air filters to ensure clean air circulation.

• Using our whole home air purifiers to remove contaminants.

• Ensuring proper ventilation to allow fresh air exchange.

• Controlling humidity levels to prevent mold growth.

• Keeping living spaces clean and free from dust and allergens.

Several factors can contribute to increased energy bills:

• An HVAC unit running longer due to lack of maintenance or decreased efficiency.

• Dirty or clogged air filters causing the system to work harder.

• Leaks in ductwork leading to loss of conditioned air.

• Thermostat settings that are too extreme, causing the system to operate continuously.

The average lifespan of an HVAC system ranges from 10 to 15 years.

Regular maintenance can help extend this lifespan, while neglect or heavy usage may shorten it.

Enhancing energy efficiency can be achieved through several measures:

• Regular maintenance to ensure the system operates efficiently.

• Installing programmable or smart thermostats to optimize temperature settings.

• Ensuring proper insulation and sealing of windows and doors to prevent air leaks.

• Upgrading to energy-efficient HVAC equipment when necessary.

• Using ceiling fans to improve air circulation, reducing the load on the HVAC system.

The appropriate size of an HVAC unit depends on various factors, including the size of your home, insulation quality, and the number of rooms.

Our HVAC professionals can perform a load calculation to determine the best unit size for your specific needs.

You can also check out our website’s Instant Estimate Tool to get an idea of what your home may require.

Regular maintenance is crucial for optimal performance. It’s advisable to schedule professional HVAC maintenance with us twice a year, typically in the spring and fall, to prepare for the heavy usage periods of summer and winter.

Maintenance performed at these times gives you an opportunity to fix potential issues before they happen. More importantly, most HVAC system manufacturers require regular maintenance for your system to be covered by warranty.

Our Customer First Club Maintenance Program includes:

• 2 Visits per Year

• 15% Off Repairs

• Priority Scheduling

• No After Hours Fees

It’s generally recommended to change your HVAC filters every 1–3 months. Homes with pets, smokers, or high dust levels may require more frequent changes.

Navigate to Grizzle HVAC Shop to order filters that will be shipped for free to your door!

If you do not know your filter size, give us a call at 806-655-7676 and we can help!

The SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio) is how the efficiency of your heating and cooling equipment is measured. The SEER is the amount of cooling your system will deliver per dollar spent on electricity, as compared to other systems. For example, a 3-ton unit may have a SEER efficiency rating of 13, 14, or 15. The higher the SEER the more efficient the system will be. The SEER rating of any given unit can range anywhere from 13 to 17.

Each split system cooling unit has a nominal SEER rating. This rating can be increased with the upgrade of the same series indoor unit. The SEER rating of a system is derived based on the combination of equipment installed in the home. The outdoor equipment (heat pump or air conditioner), as well as the indoor equipment (evaporator coil and furnace, or air handler), play a vital role in the total rating.

Your heating and cooling systems work incredibly hard to perform their functions for your home every day. The constant stopping, starting, and continual operation can wear down any machine if the proper care and maintenance is delayed. However, by performing regular maintenance, you can maximize the life cycle of your heating or cooling unit and guard against many common equipment failures. Preventive maintenance inspections performed on a regular basis can uncover leaks, rust, rot, soot, frayed wires and corroded electrical contacts that the naked eye may not notice. You should have maintenance done on your system regularly to ensure maximum efficiency and prevent possible problems that may occur in the near future.

At least once a year, heat pumps and air conditioners require a professional tune-up. Because gas-fired equipment functions with greater efficiency, they only need to be serviced every other year. Inspections on boiler and furnace systems should include ductwork, pipes, dampers, valves, the chimney, registers, radiators, pumps, blowers, fuel lines, the gas meter, oil tank, and every part of the actual furnace and boiler. Meanwhile, heat pump and air conditioning unit inspections should also include inspections of the fan, compressor, indoor coils, outdoor coils, line kits, and refrigerant lines.

As your local Bryant dealer, Grizzle Heating & Air is your troubleshooting expert, and is glad to help you. In addition, Bryant also provides a network of troubleshooting technicians at Bryant Distribution centers across the country which Grizzle Heating & Air will utilize to solve your concern. Should we encounter a situation that requires additional factory help, we will contact our factory-supported Service Manager(s) for assistance.

Since they are electronic, programmable thermostats are more accurate and efficient than thermostats that contain mercury. With programmable thermostats, you can control the temperature in your home at different times of day without ever touching your thermostat. Because everything is automatic, you will never forget to change the setting on your own.

Standard filters work to keep your system and its ductwork clean, but they don’t really improve indoor air quality. To do that, you need a media filter. The media filter rests between the main return duct and the blower cabinet and will improve dust and particle removal by seven times that of a standard filter. However, upgrading to a pleated media filter will remove everything from insecticide dust to airborne viruses from the filtered air. Always choose a filter that matches your blower’s capacity. For optimum efficiency and filtration, Grizzle Heating & Air recommends that you replace your disposable filters at least once a month. If you have washable filters, they should be cleaned once a month.

The filter shipped with your Bryant unit is made from higher-quality materials than those of the disposable filters found in retail stores. For that reason, replacement Bryant filters can only be purchased through a Bryant dealer. However, keep in mind that some Bryant filters are reusable, and can be washed by hand in cold water.

As a Bryant dealer, Grizzle Heating & Air is the best resource for identifying and supplying the correct, current parts for your system, as well as pricing and availability.

There are many factors that affect the sizing and specifications of your system, including square footage, insulation, window surface and configuration, geographic location of your home, duct sizing and arrangement, and many others. Grizzle Heating & Air can perform an in-home load analysis to determine which equipment combinations will perfectly suit your home and your family’s needs. Depending upon the construction of your home, one (1) ton of air conditioning can cool anywhere from 300 to 800 square feet of home. The only way to ensure the size of the system you purchase will be large enough to cool your home, but not any larger than you need, is to have your home’s individual heating and cooling needs evaluated by a licensed professional.

Under the standard factory warranty, Bryant covers parts that fail during the warranty period due to defect in the part. The warranty does not cover labor. A warranty certificate was included with your homeowner information packet and is specific to the model numbers, serial numbers, and installation dates of your products. If you cannot find your warranty certificate, Grizzle Heating & Air will also be able to provide you with the information.

Dependable Bryant products are among the longest lasting heating and cooling products available. For your specific equipment, there are many variables that affect life expectancy, including, of course, the regularity of routine maintenance.