Key Takeaways Florida follows updated HVAC efficiency standards, including SEER2 requirements as of 2023. Homeowners must choose systems that meet regional minimums or risk non-compliance and higher energy bills. Understanding SEER ratings helps you select units that offer better long-term value and performance. Working with a licensed HVAC professional ensures your system meets all local and federal requirements.

Key Takeaways Scheduling HVAC maintenance early prevents emergency breakdowns. Regular service enhances comfort, reduces bills, and improves air quality. Florida’s lingering heat requires proactive system care. A well-maintained system supports healthier indoor environments. Early HVAC prep simplifies the transition to school routines.

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, 88% of U.S. households use some form of air conditioning, while 96% of households in Florida do. This makes sense, given that the state’s climate is among the hottest and most humid in the nation, with the longest warm season, which can last up to eight to 10 months.

Early summer temperatures in Tallahassee typically experience the widest daily fluctuations during this season, with cool mornings shifting to warm afternoons, often forcing homeowners to switch their HVAC systems from heating to cooling within a few hours. This temperature fluctuation makes it challenging to maintain proper thermostat settings for optimal household comfort and energy efficiency. So, what’s a Tallahassee homeowner to do?

If you live in a Tallahassee historic home, heating and cooling were undoubtedly a significant challenge for its original owners. Homes built before the 1900s did not incorporate heating, venting, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, and any HVAC systems put into homes in the first half of the 20th Century were rudimentary at best.

Hurricane Helene remains fresh in the minds of many Tallahassee-area residents, and you may find it hard to believe that six whole months have passed since the Category 4 storm slammed into the Big Bend. Other than perhaps giving thanks that Helene spared our area from catastrophic damage, it’s time to quit looking back and instead prepare for the future as we head towards the start of a new hurricane season.