What Services Do We Offer?
Nightingale Mechanical, LLC is a full service heating and AC repair services company. To the end, we offer the following:
- HVAC repair
- HVAC replacement
- HVAC installation
- Geothermal system repair
- Geothermal system replacement
- Geothermal system installation
- Duct-free split heat pump repair
- Duct-free split heat pump replacement
- Duct-free split heat pump installation
Do We Service Homes and Businesses?
Yes, our team provides heating and AC repair services to both residential and commercial customers.
What Is Sheet Metal Fabrication?
Fabricating sheet metal is the process of creating components like air ducts, chimney caps and drain pans out of sheets of metal. It is specialized work that requires a precise touch.
Why Get Geothermal?
If you want to reduce your electric bill, a geothermal system might be the right choice for you. It is an alternative to the traditional HVAC system. It makes use of the Earth’s natural heat.
We install a large variety of geothermal systems, including:
- Vertical loops
- Horizontal loops
- Pond loops
- Zoning
- Variable speed units
- Units with inverter technology
- Hot water generators
Why Get a Duct-Free Heat Pump?
For some people, a duct-free split heat pump might be the best option. These pumps offer benefits that include:
- Customized heating for each room
- Quiet operating levels
- Low-cost operation
- Interior design flexibility
In addition to our heating and AC repair services, Nightingale Mechanical, LLC installs duct-free split heat pumps.
How can my cooling and heating expenses be lowered?
If you are looking to lower your utility bills it is best to have the system serviced at least once a year. If your equipment is over 10 years old you might want to consider replacing it with more higher efficiency equipment.Call us to discuss different options available.
Is the size of my equipment adequate for my home or office?
Often systems are installed without determining the actual requirements of the particular building. Bigger is better is not always the case. A properly sized system will probably run nearly constant in the most extreme weather conditions.
How can we have comfortable temperatures in all parts of our home or in the various offices in our business?
The first thing to consider when having temperature variations in different parts of your home is whether the system’s ducts have been sized and installed correctly. You also might want to consider a ductless air system which provides independent control to a particular room or area.
What does the SEER rating actually mean?
SEER stands for Seasonal energy efficiency rating. it is the standardized rating of the efficiency of HVAC equipment to compare different models and brands.
Currently, the federal government requires that units in this area have a minimum rating of 14 SEER. This represents a considerable operating cost savings over older 10 SEER units.
We install systems with SEER ratings of 16 to 20 SEER. The geothermal units that we install exceed even 20 SEER by a considerable margin.
What is the best way to reduce the humidity level in my home or office?
A properly operating air conditioner will dehumidify. With the development of variable speed equipment, the ability of the unit to dehumidify is enhanced. Proper air flow of the system improves the overall performance of any system. A visual inspection of your home may be required to find sources of excess humidity.
What are the pros and cons of flex duct vs. metal duct?
Flex duct is easy to install and has lower labor cost. However, airflow through flex ducts are generally lower due to the restriction of extra bends in the duct. Also, the flex duct material will not have the long life of a metal duct wrapped with insulation. The quality, airflow, and durability of metal pipe make it advantageous.
What is the payback of replacing my unit with a new high-efficiency unit?
The payback of replacing 10 SEER equipment or older with newer, high-efficiency, midrange, 15 to 17 SEER equipment can be fairly rapid. Looking at rising energy cost and the life span of your equipment can justify the expense of the extra high-efficiency HVAC units. You might also want to consider reduced noise levels in the decision making process as well.
What does it take to install geothermal heating and cooling?
A typical geothermal system will use the same duct system and space that your home already has. In addition to the components, water pipes will need to be buried in the earth. This is accomplished either by boring holes in the earth or by burying the piping horizontally 5 to 6 feet below surface. A pump circulates water throughout the underground piping and through the heat pump.
How can a geothermal heat pump produce air that is warmer or cooler than the ground?
The geothermal heat pump uses compressed refrigerant to produce the heat or cooling needed in your home or business. The water circulating through the underground loops is used as a medium to transfer the unwanted heat (in the summer) to the earth. In the same way, the unwanted cold is transferred to the earth in the winter. High-efficiency is obtained by using the mild temperatures of the earth and the use of the water heat transfer to the earth.
What is a hybrid heating system and are there any advantages?
A hybrid heating system combines a heat pump with a gas furnace as a secondary heat source. The advantage is that the heat pump is a very efficient heat source at milder temperatures.
At lower temperatures, the gas furnace provides heating more effectively than the normal backup resistance heat normally associated with heat pumps. So economy and comfort are the advantages while allowing flexibility in the event of shifting costs of electric and gas energy.
Can anything be done about equipment that is noisy?
Poorly installed and placed equipment can produce vibrations and rattles. Newer and higher end equipment has design improvements that have greatly decreased noise levels making a more pleasant experience.
Systems that have been installed with improper supply or return duct sizes will be not only noisy but also can be inefficient. The duct design will need to be addressed. Contact us to take a look at your system today.
How much insulation should I put in my home? What is the payback?
Insulation is an important part of the total package of economically conditioning your home. You will experience greater savings by having adequate insulation in the ceilings of your home.
The walls are important also, but there is more loss or gain through the ceiling. You should have at least R30 in the ceiling and R19 in the walls. The payback is relatively fast. Take note that adding more insulation will not compensate for other air leakage problems you may have.
What is the best filtering system to remove the dust, pollen, mold, and allergens out of the air in my home?
Generally, fiberglass filters do a fair job or removing some dust and larger particles out of the air. Pleated filters are more efficient when it comes to filtering the air in your home, but are more restrictive and if not changed often actually hinder efficiency.
There are various electronic filters that may or may not be restrictive and are fairly efficient. Carrier’s Infinity air purifier is one of the best as far as removing mold and allergens from the air in your home.
How Can You Contact Us?
Part of providing exceptional customer service is making our team easy to reach. We are always happy to answer any heating and AC repair services or installation questions you have. And we stay in touch with you every step of the way.
You can contact Nightingale Mechanical, LLC by submitting our online contact form or by calling (870) 933-1200 .