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What Is an Air Handler?

When it comes to heating and cooling your home, most people are familiar with furnaces, air conditioners, and thermostats. But there’s one...

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Everything You Need to Know About Sump Pumps

Basements in the Midwest are highly susceptible to water damage. Between heavy rains, melting snow, and high water tables, homeowners in our...

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Why Does the Water Heater Pilot Light Keep Going Out?

Our lifestyles depend on hot water in our daily routines. In fact, we are so dependent upon it that water heating ranks...

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Thermostat Settings: On vs. Auto

We all know the difference between the heating and cooling settings on a thermostat. But what’s the difference between the On or...

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Thermostat 101 Basics

Every team needs a leader. In the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry, your thermostat is the undisputed leader of the heating and cooling team....

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Spring AC Maintenance Tips

Spring is finally arriving in Indiana! The days are getting longer, the flowers are blooming, and you’re probably already thinking about dusting...

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Do I Need a Plumbing Inspection?‌

Gurgle, gurgle. Hiss. If you immediately recognize these sounds from any plumbing in your Indiana home, it could indicate you need a...

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Why Is My Garbage Disposal Humming?‌

Have you ever just cleared the dinner table after a nice meal inside your Munster, home and went to turn your garbage...

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Your HVAC System Can Enhance Sleep‌

The sound of a well-maintained heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is like a lullaby for a good night’s sleep. If...

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How Can I Avoid a Plumbing Emergency?‌

Plumbing emergencies may seem like spontaneous events that happen without warning, but that’s not always the case. They typically start as minor...

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What Are Signs I Need a New Furnace?‌

A furnace is a major investment for any Munster homeowner. Although it’s not something that will need to be done frequently, most...

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How Can I Lower My Heating Bill This Winter?‌

Are you anticipating a higher heating bill this winter? Here in Highland, temperatures can get pretty low. The only way to ensure...

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What Is a Heat Pump?‌

What’s the best way to preserve resources? Working with what you already have. Heat pumps make your Schererville home more comfortable by...

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What Are the Different Types of Furnaces?‌

This winter, you’re hoping to have a brand new furnace to keep you warm. But there are so many furnaces to choose...

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Why Is the Furnace Pilot Light Going Out?‌

If you ever hear your gas furnace turn on but cannot feel any warm air blowing from the vents inside your Indiana...

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How to Lower Your Winter Heating Bill‌

Wintertime is here. That means your family will be spending more time indoors to stay warm. Let’s face it: running your furnace...

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Why Isn’t My Furnace Heating My Entire Home?‌

If your furnace seems to be producing heat inconsistently around your Munster home to you, you’re not alone. Many homes have varied...

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How Does My Gas Furnace Work?‌

On a frosty winter’s day here in Indiana, your gas furnace is hard at work, keeping your Highland home warm and cozy....

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How Do I Keep My Heat During Extreme Cold Weather?‌

We receive countless calls every time the temperatures drop below normal ranges, as homeowners here in Schererville encounter problems with their home’s...

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Transitioning Your Heat Pump‌

One reason Indiana homeowners love heat pumps is they function as an all-in-one unit. Instead of purchasing and maintaining a separate furnace...

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Schedule Your Annual Furnace Inspection Now‌

What ’s at the top of your fall to-do list? Make sure it is your furnace. Prepping your heating, ventilation, and air...

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3 Health Benefits for Using Your AC While Sleeping‌

A major part of your health relies on getting a good night’s sleep. That’s why it’s not just important to run your...

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Going Ductless‌

Sometimes, a simple, elegant piece of technology can deliver more with less. Ductless mini splits are a triple threat—compact wall units that...

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Why Is My AC Blowing Hot Air?‌

It’s a hot day outdoors, and you are inside your Munster home waiting for your air conditioning (AC) system to kick into...

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Ductless Mini Splits for Comfortable and Healthy Living‌

Your home is a place for rest and relaxation. Heating and cooling is a big part of that equation—but so is indoor...

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5 Ways to Save Money on Your AC and Summer Energy Bill‌

As the summer months approach, we are all looking to save some pennies where we can. So why not start with your...

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Zone Your Way to Comfort‌

Do some rooms feel a tad too warm or a bit too breezy? It might be your Schererville home telling you something:...

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3 Tips to Getting the Most From Your HVAC Warranty‌

An HVAC warranty offers you a valuable safety net for servicing and repairing the heating and cooling equipment in your Munster, IN,...

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AC Maintenance Checklist‌

Can you imagine a scorching hot day here in Munster without air conditioning? During those dog days of summer, your air conditioning...

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Air Handler Maintenance‌

All the air in your Indiana home runs through your air handler, and keeping it in tip-top shape has distinct benefits for...

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3 Signs It’s Time For a New AC‌

Should you repair or replace? That’s always the big question when it comes to major home systems like air conditioning (AC). Repairs...

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Is My Home Energy Efficient?‌

You hear it all the time—buy energy-efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment to lower your Indiana utility bills! But what...

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Are There Alternatives to Air Conditioning?‌

Ever since the beginning of time, humans have worked to improve their surroundings, and a big part of creature comfort is temperature...

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4 Important Heat Pump Maintenance Tips‌

How often do you schedule a maintenance visit for the heat pump in your Schererville home? Taking proper care of your heating,...

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Controlling Humidity in Your Home‌

At the height of summer, the weather can get quite sticky here in Indiana. Hot days feel much less bearable when accompanied...

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Video – HVAC Equipment for Your New Home‌

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Uj9Y3UPLaY Building a new home is an exciting adventure, but it can get overwhelming. That’s why our team is ready to step...

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Benefits of Using a Humidifier in Your Home‌

If you don’t have a humidifier in your Highland home, then you may not be aware of just how useful these devices...

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Video – What Is a Heat Pump?‌

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKLRSvXRYK0 A heat pump is a device that transfers heat from one place to another, from inside your home to outside or...

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How to Determine Heat Pump Efficiency‌

If you are in the market for a new heat pump, efficiency is probably a key factor in your search. The Air...

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Video – Why Is My Furnace Blowing Cold Air?‌

There are a few things to check in your home in the case that your furnace is blowing cold air, such as...

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Why Won’t My Furnace Stop Running?‌

Is your furnace blowing air without pause? If so, you’re probably feeling a bit concerned. First, your Highland house most likely feels...

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Video – Upgrade Your Furnace‌

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCysMw_-fG8 Upgrade your furnace for increased energy efficiency and heating cost reduction. Siemer Heating, Cooling & Plumbing 219-224-8668

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Why Is Remodeling My Home in the Fall or Winter a Better Time?‌

When you come out of winter’s hibernation, you are ready for a change. Warmer weather prompts many a project. You may begin...

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Video – Which Air Quality Equipment Should I Install?‌

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf87zrGl9vc&ab_channel=SiemerHeating%26Cooling Indoor air quality is on everyone’s mind but how do you know what equipment is right for your home? Siemer Heating,...

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5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality‌

What do you think of when you hear about air pollution? You might immediately imagine a giant cloud of smoke, cars spewing...

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Video – Energy Saving Tip 2‌

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ofZwx1FcI8 Turn on your ceiling fan when you’re home while raising the temperature on your thermostat to save energy costs and keep...

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Do Air Conditioners Eliminate Mold?‌

Your air conditioner cannot eliminate mold once it starts to grow. However, a well-maintained AC system can act as a mold deterrent....

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Video – 5 Questions to Ask Your HVAC Contractor‌

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAkFke7Q8rU Your heating and cooling system is one of the most significant investments you’ll make in your home. Be sure to do...

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How an Air Handler Works‌

Meet the air handler. It has a starring role in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry. If you have a...

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Video – Indoor Air Quality Is Important to Your Family’s Health and Well Being‌

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mA-n8ibA18 Air quality in your home is important to your family’s health. Having the right humidity levels, changing your filters regularly and...

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AC and Allergies‌

Summertime is the season for rest and relaxation—except when pollen decides to crash your party. If you’re afflicted with seasonal allergies, you’re...

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Video – The Importance of Air Conditioner Maintenance‌

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHtXrbQ_N4U The best time of year to have your AC serviced is spring, even if you reside in a locale with pretty...

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Why Do I Need AC Maintenance Now?‌

An air conditioner (AC), just like a car, needs regular maintenance and service to run efficiently. At Siemer Heating, Cooling & Plumbing, we recommend...

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Video – Indoor air quality is important to your family’s health and well being‌

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mA-n8ibA18 Air quality in your home is important to your family’s health. Having the right humidity levels, changing your filters regularly and...

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What You Should Know About Air Handlers‌

A heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) air handler unit, or AHU, may resemble a furnace in appearance, but its purpose is...

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Video – Keep Clean Air During Your Time at Home‌

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhCZ9Qa_WXM Keeping clean air circulating in your home is very especially important due to more time spent at home. Contact us today...

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Planning to Remodel? Go Ductless!‌

You probably already know about the advantages of ductless heating and cooling systems—and how they can significantly lower your Highland home’s carbon footprint...

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Why Do I Need a Humidifier?‌

Winter is right around the corner and with it comes freezing temperatures, frequent illness, and dry indoor air. If you struggle with...

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7 Furnace Maintenance Tips‌

It’s understandable that maintenance tasks often fall by the wayside. Many Schererville homeowners follow the mantra of “if it ain’t broke, don’t...

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4 Factors to Consider When Buying a Heat Pump‌

So you are looking to invest in a heat pump. You are not alone––many Americans are making the switch. Why? For starters,...

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