On a dark and stormy night, when the wind howled and the snowflakes turned to ice pellets, a surprising transformation happened.

The day had been warm, and the house required much cooling. The residents of the home went to bed, setting their thermostat to a cool temperature, hoping to sleep restfully during what they assumed would be a hot evening.

Deep within the belly of a home, as the snowflakes and temperature fell outside, an iron beast sprung to life, unbidden. Without any resident of the house adjusting any of the home’s many switches, thermostats or doo-dads, the iron beast began to emit heat, warming the residents of the home while they slept.

How was this possible? For a heating and cooling system to be so intuitive that it would not only register the outside temperature but switch from cooling to heating, with no human interaction needed? The secret was that this family, seeking a smaller carbon footprint and a reduced energy bill, invested in a Hybrid Heat system.

The hybrid heat system this family had installed was one of the newer models of heating and cooling systems. Instead of having a furnace with an air conditioning system that was manually switched between, the hybrid system used a furnace and a heat pump. When the weather was hot, the heat pump worked as an air conditioner. When the weather was chilly, the heat pump and furnace worked in tandem to heat the home. No matter if the weather changed, the hybrid system would adapt without manual interaction.

Intuitively, the hybrid system would switch, according to the weather, to a setting that would be the most energy efficient for the home. The best part was that this hybrid system was adaptable to a gas or electric system, meaning that the family was no longer susceptible to unpredictable price changes in fuel sources.

As the family slept, they dreamed of lower energy bills and how, with every cycle, they were lessening their impact on the earth’s environment. They slept the restful sleep of those who have no heating and cooling worries

Do you want to learn how you can gain peace of mind and worry-free temperature control by installing a hybrid heat system? Talk to a team member at Chapman today.

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It’s time for another employee spotlight. We love getting to know more about customers and we think it’s great for them to get to know us. This month we’re highlighting Earl Huffman. Earl is the training coordinator at Chapman Heating and Cooling and is responsible for training our new hires on the high standards that make Chapman a leader in the heating and cooling industry.

So what is a typical day like for Earl? Well, it varies but I usually have about 4-5 students that I train on any given day, sometime more, sometimes less. My days are just fun here. I really enjoy what I’m doing, and like they say, if you enjoy what you do, you never work a day in your life.

Earl is an asset to the Chapman team. He maintains our standards through rigorous training and his dedication to the students. It’s Earl’s job to make sure trainees are properly trained and capable of fixing whatever problems arise. Earl is an essential part of our team in that he is the first experience employees have with Chapman. Great training paves the way for how happy, comfortable and knowledgeable our team is.

Earl is passionate about his work and working for Chapman. We strive to make Chapman a place where people work together and share ideas. Earl is a large part of that effort and he trains our employees to help whoever, whenever possible to make Chapman a better place overall.

My favorite thing about the job is helping out the young people. I have been a trainer at three different companies and at Chapman I know there are always people to help. We’re all really close, it’s like a family. I like working with the young people and helping them grow and learn.

Earl came to Chapman two years ago and hasn’t looked back. After I left the last company I was at, I was driving down the road and saw the sign for Chapman and that was it.

My favorite thing about working for Chapman is the people, it’s just a nice place to work.

So when you’re not training the up and coming technicians of tomorrow, what do you enjoy doing? I like to fish and hunt. My wife and I like to go to antique malls and flea markets on the weekends. I just like to relax and spend time with the people I love. My wife and I are celebrating our 40 year anniversary in November.

What else should we know about Earl? I’m 68 years old and still kicking. Chapman is a great place to work and I can attest to the training and knowledge of our technicians.

We’re lucky to have Earl as a part of the Chapman team, thank you for your dedicated hard work! When you come to Chapman next, be sure to stop and say hello to Earl.

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Before chilly autumn nights set in, make sure your furnace is up to snuff and don’t get left out in the cold with a broken heater. The best way to make sure your systems are ready for winter is to have a full fall inspection and tune-up. Without this yearly cleaning and inspection, a system can wear itself out, pump deadly carbon monoxide into your home or simply stop working.

Think about it the way you might think about getting a car tune up, or an oil change. These preventative services could save you a lot of money in the long run and more importantly alert you to problems and keep you and your family safe.

So what exactly goes into a fall tune-up and what kinds of things are we looking for?

Proper Air Flow

Inspecting and cleaning heating systems allows us to remove blockages from the system. This ensures that you feel the full amount of heat your heater is producing. If a block exists and is not removed, the system works harder, uses more energy and wears itself out faster.

Carbon Monoxide Leak

Carbon monoxide is extremely dangerous and difficult to detect (which is why you should always keep a functional CO2 reader in your home). Regularly scheduled maintenance and cleaning reduces your risk of being exposed to carbon monoxide. A full inspection from a professional is the best way to spot leaks or weaknesses in the system.

Reduce Repairs

The more often you have your heating system serviced, the lower the changes are of a big issue or expensive damage. Small fixes are easier on your system and your wallet. You can extend the life of your heater by keeping it clean and fixing small problems when they happen.

Improves Energy Efficiency

Did you know heating and cooling amount to 47% of the energy costs in your home. Proper sealing and insulation can save up to 20% on heating and cooling costs, or up to 10% on your total annual energy bill. Proper inspection and cleaning gives you the opportunity to check your home and system for ways to improve efficiency and save money.

Cleaner Home

A clean system will pump cleaner air into your home. Remove dust and allergens during fall to maintain cleaner air in your home through winter. Your home doesn’t see much ventilation during the winter months; you want the air recycled through your home to be clean and safe.

Schedule your annual fall clean up today and ensure your home is safe and prepared for winter. Being prepared and making sure your system is running correctly is safer, less costly and much faster than repairing a broken heater in the middle of winter. Give us a call at 317-291-4909 to schedule an appointment.

Looking for air conditioning services contact Chapman Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing, today