Columbia, Missouri has been settled into the winter months for some now, and the age-old battle against the cold is well underway. You crank up the thermostat and enjoy the warmth courtesy of your heat pump. As a homeowner, you want to ensure that your heat pump runs efficiently and effectively. One factor in achieving […]
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Fix My Furnace
Is it challenging to use the TV remote when you are wearing mittens? Are you inside the house wearing more layers than the crust on your holiday pie? Don’t wait another minute to address a malfunctioning furnace. You deserve to be warm and comfortable inside your home or business. Furnace issues can range from DIY […]
Heat Pump or Gas Furnace: Which One is Right for You?
There’s a chill in the air. This means the arrival of autumn colors and pumpkin spice. It also means it’s time to turn on the heat in your home or business. You set the thermostat to just the right temperature, but there’s still a chill in the air. Your call to Columbia’s very own Star […]
Everything You Need to Know about Freon
American ingenuity has brought us contraptions and comforts that change our daily lives. In the late 1920s, American corporations, Frigidaire, General Motors and DuPont pooled their ingenuity to come up with a better method of refrigeration. Cooling agents used to that point were toxic gases detrimental to human health as well as the environment. The […]
HVAC Service for Multifamily Properties in Columbia, Missouri
Multifamily property owners know the stresses and the rewards of operating multifamily housing. Today’s real estate market means lower vacancy and higher rents. Unfortunately, the tight labor market can leave you searching for a qualified HVAC service for multifamily properties in Columbia, Missouri. Whether you own a two-family flat or 120-unit loft complex, searching for […]
Beat the Heat and the Bill – Tips to Lower your Cooling Costs
Summer is here, and so is the scorching hot weather. As those temperatures rise, so does your power bill. Running an air conditioner 24/7 is a pricey luxury. The Columbia, Missouri HVAC experts here at Star Heating & Air Conditioning offer some effective ways to save money on your A/C bill without sacrificing your comfort. […]
What To Do If You Have A Hot Or Cold Room
Most people assume that they can’t do anything about a room that is never at a comfortable temperature. This is far from the truth, as there are several things a homeowner can do to help with a room that is either too hot or too cold. Read on for some tips that you could use […]
Why is It Important to Get a Chimney Servicing?
You may already be excited about the winter season. This is typically the time for hot chocolate and gathering around the fireplace with your loved ones. However, before this time arrives, it’s important to get your chimney checked by expert technicians. Doing so will ensure that it will have been safe for you and your […]
Dirty Sock Syndrome: Causes, Risks, and Solutions
Has your room ever smelled like a sweaty gym after switching on your air conditioner? This is called the dirty sock syndrome. Simply put, it’s a foul-smelling odor that comes out of your AC when it’s turned on. Read on to learn more about its causes, risks, and solutions. What Causes It? After some time, […]
Stinky Chimney Syndrome
“I have a foul odor coming from my fireplace, can you help?” A call that we are all too familiar with and receive frequently in the summer. That odor is coming from the chimney and may be attributed to a variety of different things. Fireplace odors come from creosote deposits -a natural byproduct of burning […]