Hixon Heating and Air

If it is cold and you need some hot air

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 16:41:00 +0000

Think of Hixon Heating and air and let them do the job right.

Due to the influx of cold air

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 19:42:00 +0000

I have decided to create 7 new websites in hopes of better meeting the needs of my clients in the Gwinnett area. Many people still do not know about Hixon Heating and Air but they should, and a better brand of websites meeting my potential clients on Google, Yahoo and Bing may be the ticket for me to better help customers. Please visit any of our new sites at www.heatingrepairdacula.com www.heatingrepairloganville.com www.heatingrepairsnellville.com www.heatingrepairgrayson.com www.heatingrepairlawrenceville.com www.heatingrepairbuford.com www.heatingrepairsuwanee.com

Air Conditioning Lawrenceville

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 12:23:00 +0000

Take it from someone who has been around the Gwinnett area for over 20 years, Lawrenceville has a ton of homes and business's. As these homes become up in age, your air conditioning unit may begin to go a bit on the fritz. Do not let this happen to you. Have a experienced professional from Hixon Heating and Air out to you residence to for your air conditioning lawrenceville needs. We offer a $49.95 service call!

It is that time of year again...

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 13:08:00 +0000

As the seasons change one thing remains c0nstant, Hixon Heating and Air is the premiere AC Contractor in the North Atlanta area, servicing the community for over 15 years. Now the heat is about to return to the streets of Atlanta and we want to make sure you stay cool in the summer season. Call us today and receive a special on preventive maintenance.

Last Chill of the Winter?

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 20:17:00 +0000

We have yet another massive freeze front on the way here in the Atlanta area and all points north of Atlanta. It seems like we cannot catch a break on the weekends between the average work week we stare out the window of our office and look at 65 degree sunny skies only to come home Friday through Sunday to sit indoors and watch the cold rain come down.

We at Hixon Heating and Air know how important it is to keep you warm with a proper heating unit. Selecting the right HVAC Contractor to service your homes needs is a very important decision, especially when you are going to be stuck indoors in below freezing temperatures once again. Please give us a shot. We have been serving north Atlanta for over 20 years and can do the job right the first time. Let us keep your family comfortable by dialing 770-513-3558 today.

Winter is fully upon us

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 03:53:00 +0000

Now that we have moved straight past fall and thrust immediately upon winter, the blankets are creeping out of the closet and you may be moving in closer to your loved ones to stay warm at night. We would love to provide your household with yearly maintenance checkups to help you move from one season to the next. We have several locations and many technicians to serve you in the Buford, Suwanee, Loganville, Grayson, Lawrenceville, Dacula, Snellville, Gwinnett County area to help keep your home at the perfect temperature, even when it is extra warm or cold outside. Please read this article about our latest specials in order to cash in on extra saving that Hixon Heating and Air can provide.

Hixon has a Great Deal for AC Replacements in Suwanee Georgia

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:55:00 +0000

If you need air conditioning service in Suwanee Georgia or are in a dire need for a change to unit or just general maintenance, please give us a call or send us an email today. For the winter season, Hixon is running specials such as a $49.95 service call or $100 off an ac replacement. Hixon has been a mainstay in the AC service community serving the Dacula, Grayson, Loganville, Buford, Lawrenceville, and Snellville area for over 20 years. He has a A+ rating on the Better Business Bureau website and a laundry list of referrals you can read that judge him for his quality of work. If you are looking for the best to keep you comfortable in your own home, then count on Hixon heating and air to take care of you. Visit him today at www.hixonheatingandair.com or www.air-conditioningsuwanee.com

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:32:00 +0000

Weathering the Financial Storm

At Hixon Heating and Air we are well positioned to ride out the credit crunch and any oncoming recession. As a leading central A/C dealer and contractor in the Gwinnett County market we have excellent purchase agreements with our suppliers and can ensure our products will continue going out.

We will always be the company that is here to service your home comfort system and continue to service manufacturer warranties, as well as back our installation guarantees.
Take advantage of our low service call of $49.95 and see why we are rate A+ by the better business bureau.
Give us a call at (770) 513-3558

Visit us at www.air-conditioningsuwanee.com for more deals and information.

Getting Colder

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:46:00 +0000

Keep me in mind this winter if your unit becomes on the fritz. I am fast friendly and affordable with 20 years of expereince in the Gwinnett county area. I have a crew that can offer same day service and a professionalism that is only achieved by showing up on time and doing the job right. Visit any of my websites at http://www.airconditioninglawrenceville.com/

IIIIITTTTT'SSSSSS COOOOOOLLLLDDD OUT THERE!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:44:00 +0000

Fall is officially upon us as Atlanta continues to produce rain at a unbelievable rate, the temperatures are also beginning to drop as we enter into one of the coldest years in recent memory. The fall and winter months ahead are predicted to be some of the lowest temperatures wise since 1995, causing many scientists to ask 'What Global Warming'. Well, whether you are subscriber to global warming or not, one thing is for sure, in order to keep your house warm, you have to have fresh filters, a strong furnace, or a capable Air Conditioning Unit. I would love to be your Heating Contractor this season in the Lawrenceville, Dacula, Snellville, Grayson, Loganville, Suwanee, Buford area this winter season. We have been serving the Gwinnett County area since 1990 and are A+ rated with the better buisness bureau. You can visit us on one of our many websites for coupon offers and specials. Our sites are:

www.airconditioninglawrenceville.com
www.airconditioningdacula.com
www.airconditioningsnellville.com
www.airconditioningloganville.com
www.airconditioninggrayson.com

Thanks so much for consideration and I hope to keep you warm this winter.

Installing in the rain

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 19:41:00 +0000

Atlanta has had about 7 straight days of rain since last week, and it appears no let up is in sight. We have not seen rain like this in the area for years, which leads me to believe we are in for a harsh winter. I just fought through the rain to install a unit here in Lawrenceville and performed the checklist of things necessary to make sure that customer is in good shape in order to keep his house warm for the winter months. To see current specials, please visit my website at www.airconditioninglawrenceville.com

Lawrenceville Heating and Air is here for you!

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 01:41:00 +0000

Hi, my name is Richard Hixon with Hixon Heating and Air and Air Conditioning Lawrenceville. My new website www.airconditioninglawrenceville.com has been built for one reason, to help you keep you at the right temperature at all times of the year. I have been serving the Lawrenceville, Grayson, Dacula, Snellville, Loganville area for over 20 years and have been given and A+ Better Business Bureau grade. Air Conditioning Lawrenceville is set on giving you the best service with the best price in the area. Please call me or visit my website for more information on heating and air conditioning issues in Lawrenceville. Thanks.

Winter time!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:38:00 +0000

It is that time of year again. The sun is setting and winter is upon us. Please call Hixon Heating and Air with any Preventive Maintenance you feel you may need. The time to act is now before a big issue arises and it costs you more than you bargained for. For a $49.95 service call, please visit www.airconditioninglawrenceville.com

Attic Insulation

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 21:23:00 +0000

Does your insulation measure up?Chances are if your new house had blown in insulation in as little as 5 years ago from your builder, you may already need to have your home reinspected for reinsulation. According to the EPA, adding insulation to your attic can greatly reduce your heating and cooling costs. Insulation is based on an R-Value rating system. The higher the R-Value the greater the thermal resistance and thus the better performance of the insulation. To keep your comfort levels equal all year around, adding in the right amount of insulation to your attic will give you back the savings you deserve for a more energy efficient home. How much insulation do we need here in the lower United States? Our Insulation experts recommend a level of R-38 for most attics.
Attic Insulation TentsWith one more tool to help you fight off the loss of your money through the cracks of your home, an Attic Tent covers up attic access doors to seal off unwanted leaks. This lightweight sealed cover encases the attic ladder and will reduce heat loss from the access opening. We have various sizes to fit all retractable ladders, kick doors and other attic access points.
Free Energy AuditsLower energy costs 30% to 40% on your cooling and heating costs. Call Richard Hixon or schedule an appointment online and one of our trained insulation experts will come to your location and evaluate your homes efficiency. With accurate diagnostic tools our technician will be able to pinpoint the source of common problems. Doors, windows, electrical outlets, attics, basements, chimneys and even more commonly the actual vents themselves. Contact our insulation experts at Hixon Heating and Air.

Hixon's Weekly Blog

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 21:19:00 +0000

Time to blog! Setting out to be the hottest blog on the net from the coolest guy in the A/C business! Just kidding.I’m just one of the cool guys around, I think?
Well it’s a Freeze time! Yes even here in the South, Jacksonville Fl where I live is going below freezing! Global Warming not tonight or tomorrow!Looks like it may even be a Hard Freeze. This is a term to describe temperatures that drop below 32°F and remain there for several hours. A hard freeze can do damage to plant life, and/or cause freezing of water in water lines and one thing I can’t stand is putting that nasty ice on your car/truck windshield!Well we all know that you should cover or bring in plant life to keep the vegetation warm enough to service thecold. That’s why my wife’s lemon trees are decorating our family room tonight. For water pipes it is good if youhave exposed water lines to have the water drip from an outside faucet. What this does is relieve the expansion offreezing water that could form in your waterlines causing your waterlines to crack or burst. This is the most costlydamage that can occur from a hard freeze so take precautions if you feel it is necessary.The biggest small nuisance however is the Car Window! It’s cold and of course when it is cold you are late for work!You have ice on your window but you got to go! So what to do?Turn on the car and start your defrost! It is always good to let your car warm up for at least a minute before youdrive it anyways. This not only helps your engine, it will get things moving on your windshield too. Still not fastenough? Time to break out the scrapper! Remember never hit the ice in a downward force because you may hit it toohard causing damage to your window! When scrapping Start at the bottom middle of the windshield because that iswhere the defrost air is warming the window surface the most.Still need to go faster? Water time?!The Big question ~ Hot Water or Cold Water? Does hot water freeze faster than cold? Well there is something calledthe Mpemba effect and it is the observation that, in certain specific circumstances, warmer water will freezesfaster than colder water. But will hot water help you with your windshield?My observations and recommendation is to go with the cold water. First never use boiling water. carrying a pot ofboiling water is dangerous! If there is ice on your window there could be ice that you slip on in the drive way!Plus because of shock effect you could do damage to your windshield by pooring boiling water on a cold window. Sono boiling ok!
Hot tap water? Well how long does it take to wait on the hot water? A minute or two? That’s too long you have togo! So is it cold water then? Yes! Here is a couple reasons, one you don’t have to wait for the water to get warmand even the cold water will melt the ice on your windshield. Second you want to get your cold water flowing in yourhome’s water pipes. Just like the drip effect this filling the pot with water helps keep the water from freezingplus it helps with the expansion effect that causes the pipes to burst. If you must do water, watch your shoes! Nowet shoes because that would be bad and it always seems when you deal with water the shoes get wet! So my overallsuggestion would be take your time let the defrost work and use the scrapper if need be.

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Invasion of the Air Conditioners

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 00:55:00 +0000

Invasion of the Air Conditioners
Air Conditioner units clinging to the sides of buildings are a regular sight these days, especially in humid parts of the world, and as such generally exist without so much as a glance from passers-by. It’s only when you step back and actually focus on the (usually) creamy beige boxes that you begin to realise just how common they are and just how sweaty the general population of these parts would be without them. We came across a photo today (the first one below) that actually blew our minds (no pun intended) and resulted in a search for more examples of buildings seemingly under attack from exterior A/C units. So, to celebrate these urban barnacles, here are just a few examples of Extreme Air Conditioning.

President Obama’s Weatherization Plan

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 02:51:00 +0000

The Weatherization Plan has got my attention.It’s actually been around, but to me, kind of ineffective.Hence since no one really knew about it before this stimulus package
I have read a little on this plan, I do not know much since there isn’t much aboutit only what was done last year.I will say I will know about the weatherization package since I hope it will helpin business and possibly personal.
Hopefully in future blogs I will describe detail outlines of President Obama’s Weatherization Plan. How it can effect a Company who participates in the plan,will it be enough to make a company who participates in the plan grow so they can hire and create new jobs.
Second,What does it actually take to qualify?What will it actually do for a home owner who qualifies for the weatherization?What paper work one must do to qualify?Is there a cost to qualify?How much can a home owner receive for weatherization?
I hope to find these answers out and more. Not by asking but by doing.
I have always stated in the grand market of selling,Colorful brochures are nice, but I still like to put tools to things and provethey are as nice as they look on glossy paper.

For more information contact Richard Hixon at http://www.airconditioninglawrenceville.com/

2009 Tax Credits for Energy Efficient HVAC Equipment

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 02:50:00 +0000

Per Letter I received stating more on the Tax credit.Plus Update on Energy Star web site today
Energy Star Tax Credit
2009 Tax Credits for Energy Efficient HVAC EquipmentOn February 17, 2009, President Obama signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) into law. The bill combines spending and tax incentives designed to get the American economy moving again by investing in our nation’s road and energy infrastructure, and increasing the energy efficiency and performance of America’s homes and commercial buildings.
For qualified improvements, homeowners may be able to claim tax credits equal to 30% of the installed costs (up to $1,500).
The new tax credits are retroactive to January 1, 2009, and expire on December 31, 2010. The $1,500 limit is for all improvements made during the two year term, not $1500 each year.
Homeowners may use the entire $1,500 tax credit limit on a single qualifying improvement. The previous per-appliance caps that limited the homeowner to just $150 for a high efficiency furnace or $300 for a high efficiency central air conditioner or heat pump have been removed.
Homeowners that previously claimed tax credits in 2006 or 2007 are eligible for the full $1,500 limit. For more information contact www.airconditioninglawrenceville.com or www.airconditioningdacula.com

Solar Air Conditioning

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 13:17:00 +0000

With the dog days of summer typically comes the buzz about air conditioning costs. And, in the era of sustainable thinking and living, how to reduce that cost in a greener way is foremost on many consumers’ minds. The question is this; why can’t we have an air conditioning system that can keep our family cool 24/7, but not worry about increased energy costs or the environmental impact?Enter the idea of a solar assisted air conditioner. Now I know what you’re thinking, “It’s going to be a thing of the future, maybe another five years at least.” Actually… it’s already here, right now... today!Why haven’t you heard about it? Probably because summer has just arrived and most people don’t think too much about their A/C system until it gets blazing hot out or it breaks down. Temperatures are topping out in most of the nation, so it’s likely you’ll start to see stories on the first widely available solar air conditioner, just as energy prices and air conditioning bills are also rising.In addition to the solar feature, this air conditioning system is just teaming with innovation and futuristic features. So without further adieu, here’s everything you need to know about the first integrated solar-assisted residential heating and air conditioning system. To learn more about solar AC...check out www.airconditioningdacula.com

How often should I change my AC Filters?

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 20:45:00 +0000

There are some very important things that you should do to extend the life of your air conditioner and keep it working at peak efficiency at all times. One of the most important things that you can do is change your air conditioner or furnace filter every three to six months.
Every home is different and there are many factors that effect how long you should wait between filter changes. Wait too long and the efficiency of the equipment will deteriorate and operating costs go up. Change your filter too often and it's like throwing money away. Considering the cost of some filters that could add up to a lot of money over time.
It is important to keep in mind that the more efficient your air conditioner filter is the more often it will have to be cleaned or replaced. For most people pleated filters will do an adequate job. These filters are ten to sixty percent efficient and some manufacturers claim even higher efficiencies.

Pleated filters should be changed every three to six months. If you live in an area with lots of dust then you should probably change your filter about every three months.
If you require more efficient air filtration you may want an electrostatic, electronic or even a HEPA filter. The more efficient the filter is the more often it will have to be cleaned or replaced.
Electrostatic filters probably offer the best combination of value and efficiency. You will pay between two to six times what a good quality disposable filter would cost but you just wash them with water when they become dirty and reuse them.

Electronic filters will never become dirty enough to effect airflow. They just become inefficient and there ability to remove dust from the air deteriorates as they become dirty. To clean these filters you have to remove the electronic cells and soak them in some like HVAC cleaner and then rinse them and let them dry.

HEPA filters are the most efficient filters available and become plugged very quickly. They need to be checked monthly and often cause too much restriction to airflow to be used at all. An air conditioner contractor will be able to tell you if it is worth trying one of these in your system.
If you are using economy panel filters from your local hardware store and getting a pack of four for five or ten dollars, you are not doing yourself, your family or your air conditioning equipment any favours. When it comes to rating filters, these are at the bottom of the list.
These filters do such a poor job you could leave one in your air conditioner for a year and it would not collect enough dust to require changing. The unfortunate thing is the evaporator coil of your air conditioner would need to be cleaned every year to remove the dirt that should have been stopped by the filter.

For more information call Richard Hixon at 770-513-3558 or visit his websites at www.airconditioningdacula.com or www.airconditioninglawrenceville.com

Preventive Maintenance

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 13:44:00 +0000

As we move from summer to fall and we no longer have to have our AC unit on full blast, it is always a good idea to make sure your unit is set up for a smooth transition into the winter months. When the windows close come October, and the heater is kicked into gear, the last thing you want is for no hot air to fill the room and you and your family to be bundled under eight blankets on the couch. Preventive Maintenances are the best way to ensure that you are not left in the cold and your air conditioning unit is prepared to make the switch to hot air. This can save you money in the long hall, just like you would bring your car in for a tune up before a major melt down.

With so many AC Companies out there...who can I trust?

noreply@blogger.com (Hixon Heating and Air) — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 05:13:00 +0000

The number of Air Conditioning Contractors in the U.S. seems to be ballooning moment by moment. So with the growing number of choices a consumer has to make on a daily basis as it is, how do you know you are making the right call when your house is at 90 degrees and you want it at 70 degrees, and fast. A great place to start is by of course checking out AC Contractors websites. Do they have referrals? Have they been in business for over 10 years? Are they part of the Better Business Bureau and what is their rating? Many agregator websites and the Google maps section have consumer feedback about contractors that will give you a sense of what you could be walking into when choosing a particular contractor. So when things are hot and you need to cool off, take a moment to make sure that whoever is coming to your house is equipped to do the job right at a fair price. For more information, visit www.airconditioninglawrenceville.com .