What Do HVAC Energy Efficiency Ratings Mean?

Air conditioning unit

We often put a lot of emphasis on purchasing units that are ‘energy efficient.’ But what does that actually mean? It’s time to shed some light on energy efficiency ratings so the next time you’re in the market for a new unit, you’ll know the right questions to ask. Here are some basic facts about energy efficiency ratings.

Furnace Not Lighting? Here Are the Signs of an Ignitor Problem

Furnace ignitor

When temperatures dip below freezing in Indianapolis and across the Central Indiana area, homeowners rely on their furnace or heating system to keep them warm and comfortable. But like all appliances, furnaces tend to break down over time – typically during the worst possible time such as the middle of the night when it’s frigid outside. Furnaces are incredibly important … Read More

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF RADIANT FLOOR HEATING?

Radiant floor heating

Radiant floor heating is an effective, heat-distribution system that uses the floor to heat your home. Sounds crazy, right? The concept might be strange, but it is actually a great way to heat your home instead of using a standard ventilation system. With radiant floor heating systems, you don’t have to worry about trying to heat a large room with … Read More

Benefits of a Variable Speed Furnace

Variable speed furnace

If you live in Indiana, you know you can always expect the unexpected when it comes to the weather, as Mother Nature can be quite unpredictable in the Midwest. With the help of a variable speed furnace, your home will be ready for whatever Mother Nature throws at you. Bryant variable speed furnaces are manufactured in Indiana, so they’re made … Read More

Common Causes For Furnace Troubles

Furnace repair

We don’t have to remind you of how cold winters can be in Central Indiana. To combat the frigid air from November through March, you need a reliable heating system that can operate efficiently even on the coldest days of the year. But furnaces – especially those that have been poorly maintained or are older – do tend to break … Read More

What Is a Geothermal System?

Geothermal system

Do you consider yourself to be an eco-friendly homeowner? When it comes to an efficient and environmentally friendly HVAC unit, nothing compares to a geothermal heat pump system. Although geothermal heat pumps – which are also referred to as ground-source heat pumps – are more expensive upfront than traditional heating and cooling systems, they can increase the value of your … Read More

Get Your Home Ready for Fall

It’s hard to believe but fall is just around the corner. The biggest change is always dealing with the changes in nature. Temperatures drop, leaves fall, the air gets dryer and the wind gets stiffer. Other than changing your wardrobe, there are plenty of things you can do around the house to make the transition from summer to fall a … Read More

Chapman Keeps Carmel Cool

Chapman Heating | Air Conditioning | Plumbing is proud to keep homes cool all across Indianapolis and Central Indiana. Day in and day out you will see our trucks in residential neighborhoods Carmel, Fishers, Zionsville and Westfield too! With a service fleet of 35 trucks it is easy for us to keep homeowners in Carmel comfortable all year long. Our trained … Read More

Make the Switch to Geothermal Heat Pumps

More and more folks are hopping on the geothermal heat pump band wagon. And Chapman Heating | Air Conditioning | Plumbing couldn’t be happier! For those of you that don’t know, geothermal systems use the natural insulating properties of the Earth as the means of keeping the inside of your home at a consistent temperature all year. Even with the … Read More