O'Brien Service Company owner Jimmy Williams was born and raised in Wilmington, His dream was to one day work for GE as a machinist. Instead, he was hired at the City of Wilmington Fire department and would work there for 27 years. However, that was not all that was in store for Jimmy
What Is Aux and Emergency Heat?
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
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
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
How To Get The Most Out Of Your A/C
Temperatures are rising! Is your cooling system ready for the warm seasons ahead? There are several ways to make sure you are getting the most out of your cooling system. A few simple changes can make a huge difference when it comes to saving money and extending your system’s lifespan. Easy Steps
