Geothermal heat pumps have been in use since the 1940s, heating and cooling homes in the Boone area efficiently and thoroughly. They use the constant temperature of the earth for their heat transfer medium instead of the outside air temperature as air-source systems utilize. Speak to one of our Scott Brothers Heating & Air professionals…
Continue ReadingIn many places, evidence of fall’s presence is obvious by way of beautiful fall colors. But many only experience fall with its subtlety through lower humidity levels. No matter which way you experience it, one thing is evident in them all––fall brings drier air. The cooler air simply can’t hold as much moisture as…
Continue ReadingAt Scott Brothers Heating & Air, we pride ourselves in being great matchmakers. We want to set you up with an air conditioner (AC) that’s right for your home. For your convenience, we created a list of things to remember when purchasing an air conditioner. We hope that with our help, you’ll find an air…
Continue ReadingA ductless heating and cooling system, or a mini split, is a splendid choice for your Boone home and a worthwhile investment. It offers many benefits, and you can enjoy them all for years to come if you maintain the system on a consistent basis. As with any heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system,…
Continue ReadingSince the dawn of mankind, people have been using some form of air conditioning to cool their homes. The first popularized technique was known as “evaporative cooling,” where water, ice, or snow is left out to evaporate, causing the temperature in the air to decrease. An American engineer named Willis Carrier built the first electrical…
Continue ReadingThe answer to this question is it depends. For some air conditioners, our Scott Brothers Heating & Air professionals recommend it. For others, we might not. Take a minute to read a little more about the process and give one of our experienced team members a call here in Boone, NC to discuss if this…
Continue ReadingThe COVID-19 pandemic has affected so many lives around us, both health-wise and financially. At Scott Brothers Heating & Air, we remain committed to providing the best service to all our North Carolina customers during this difficult time. Let’s stick together as a community and help each other whenever we can. We can certainly understand…
Continue ReadingA major part of your health relies on getting a good night’s sleep. That’s why it’s not just important to run your air conditioner during the hot summer days. You also need to keep your home comfortably cool at night as well. At Scott Brothers Heating & Air, we understand that depending on your air…
Continue ReadingIn modern society, average adults spend nearly all their time indoors at work or at home. In fact the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports this amount of time reaches upwards of 90 percent for most people. That puts the importance of good indoor air quality at a whole new level. Our Scott Brothers Heating & Air team…
Continue ReadingWith the warmer weather peeking its head around the proverbial corner, now is the time to think about your air conditioner in your Jefferson home. The International Energy Agency predicts the number of air conditioners worldwide will increase from 1.6 billion units today to 5.6 billion units by 2050. No matter what else is going on in…
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