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.

Humidity is just part and parcel of living in our beautiful Tallahassee area. Our subtropical climate gives us warm temperatures and high moisture levels throughout the year, and the relative closeness of the Gulf waters elevates the air’s humidity levels. When the heat and humidity get unbearable, we rely on our air conditioning systems to keep us cool and dry. Despite having an effective HVAC system, many people sometimes experience uncomfortable humidity levels in their indoor air.