The weather here in Wilmington, NC can drop to below-freezing temperatures. When this happens, your heat pump and air handler have a back-up function to keep your home cozy and comfortable! What Is Auxiliary Heat? Auxiliary or aux heat is a function your thermostat will automatically activate
Heat Pump Defrost Cycle
The Defrost Cycle of a Heat Pump When the temperatures are low, you may notice your heat pump is running differently. This is nothing to worry about! Your heat pump may be initiating the defrost cycle, which is a normal but important process your unit undergoes in colder temperatures. What Is The
Comfort for Christmas 2020
It’s been quite a year and to end it on a high note, O’Brien Service Company is giving away a Trane unit. Nominate yourself or a family in need of a new HVAC system. The nomination process is below: Who You must be 18 years old or older to enter or nominate someone. The person/family nominated
How To Keep An Efficient HVAC System
The weather is getting colder for New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender counties. Cooler temperatures can affect your HVAC system! We cannot stress enough the importance of general maintenance, no matter the age of the system. Your HVAC system works continuously to provide optimal comfort and health
Why You Shouldn’t Receive A “Ballpark” Estimate
When it comes to a big expense, the first step is to figure out your budget. A new HVAC unit is one of those expenses that takes more than just pocket change to cover. So just how much does a new HVAC system cost? There isn’t a concrete answer and what goes into finding the overall total is more
My Power Is Back but My AC Is Not Working
Here in Wilmington NC, we have a lot going for us and one of those is the beach! Locals and tourists alike flock to the sand and water to layout, build sandcastles, and enjoy the soothing sound of the waves. BUT coastal weather can get a little rough at times. Reasons Your Power May Be Out The
Why You Should Schedule A Duct Evaluation
When planning to update your heating and ac system, don’t forget your ductwork! It’s a major factor that will keep your home feeling just right. Leaky ductwork can jeopardize the comfort of your home before you know it. If your home is too hot or too cold, that could be the first sign of a flaw
Stuff the Bus 2020
O’Brien Service Company is teaming up with Z107.5 and Sunny 103.7 to assist Communities In School (CIS) Cape Fear. We’ll “stuff the bus” with school supplies for the 2020-2021 school year. These supplies will be distributed to students in New Hanover and Pender county schools. Why? Our