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Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?

February 27, 2025

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Hondo home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied conditions from room to room, causing spotty heating or cooling.

Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense

February 14, 2025

Want to heat and cool your Castroville home, fight climate change, and save money—all at the same time?

Get a heat pump.

How Can I Make My Furnace Last Longer?

January 24, 2025

The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. But did you know you can take steps to make it last longer? There is no shortcut or hack to increase your furnace’s longevity.

Transitioning Your Heat Pump

January 15, 2025

One reason Texas homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace and air conditioning system, you can simply transition your heat pump from the heat setting to the cooling setting and vice versa as seasons warrant.

What’s That Smell Coming From My Furnace?

December 26, 2024

If your furnace is producing a strange smell, you should always treat it with caution. While the cause for the odor may be benign, it could just as easily be harmful to inhale. When in doubt, always open windows to ensure ventilation, and evacuate your Castroville home.

Your HVAC System Can Enhance Sleep

December 16, 2024

The sound of a well-maintained heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is like a lullaby for a good night’s sleep.

Why Is My Thermostat Blank?

November 26, 2024

It is an “Oh no!” moment when you approach your home’s thermostat and see its screen is blank. Is it serious? Does it mean your furnace, heat pump, or air conditioning is broken? Not necessarily. In fact, most of the time, it is something minor and can be easily fixed. Chill Out Here are some…

How an Air Handler Works

November 15, 2024

If you have a ductless mini split system, you need an air handler to do the heavy lifting. It circulates conditioned air throughout your Texas home. Doing so lets you keep your living space at the desired temperature.

Why Do I Need a Humidifier in the Fall?

November 1, 2024

Fall is a beautiful time of the year—but it comes with a drop in humidity levels. If you’re concerned about the humidity change and want to enhance your comfort inside your Hondo home, installing a humidifier is an excellent option.

4 Important Heat Pump Maintenance Tips

October 15, 2024

You could save up to 30 percent on your energy bill when you perform maintenance that support ideal system efficiency, according to the IAQA.

Need HVAC Service?

Contact the experts at Lonestar Comfort Services.

Call us at 830-538-9450!