It’s winter, the best time of year to curl up with an evening mug of hot cocoa and cozy conversation by the light of a few candles. But you may be feeling more hesitant about candles lately: Many online sources say paraffin candles (which make up the vast majority of the market) release toxins into […]

If you own your first home (or if you’ve owned a string of homes for shorter periods of time) one thing you may not have thought about is how soon you’ll need to shop for your first HVAC system. It’s a major purchase. But since your system is hidden away in a basement or garage, […]

Should I get a second opinion before I buy a new HVAC unit? In a word: YES. At Capital Heating and Cooling, we think it’s a great idea to get a second opinion before you buy a new HVAC unit. But our customers have told us that some companies have pressured them to make a […]

Indoor Air Quality: What You Need To Know What do you need to know about indoor air quality to keep your family safe and healthy? It can be pretty overwhelming, but there are a few simple things you can do to keep your indoor air as clean as it can be. But first, let’s look […]

Today’s thermostats look a lot different than the ones you grew up with. Now you don’t have to rely on manually scheduling temperature changes on your thermostat. Instead, you can control your thermostat directly from your phone. No more walking into a chilly hallway if you decide to come home early from out of town. […]

Filtering Your Indoor Air During Fire Season When the air outside is smoky, is it possible to filter your indoor air to make it healthier for you and your family? During fire season, customers ask us what we suggest. The most important thing to remember is that not all filters clean the air you’re breathing. […]

Thinking about cozy winter evenings yet? We are. But you won’t be able to enjoy that slice of cake and cup of tea by the fire quite as much if your fireplace glass is foggy and the flames are hardly visible. To make sure that doesn’t happen this winter, put gas fireplace maintenance on your […]

We love talking to customers on the phone but we know a phone call may not be the most convenient way for you to contact us anymore. And, in the era of COVID, we also know that in-person assessments aren’t a safe option for everyone. So we’re using technology to create simple, touchless systems to […]

Did you know that one of the easiest ways to kill your HVAC system—or at least make it run inefficiently—is by neglecting your filters? Yep. Your HVAC system will last longer if you just replace them on schedule or keep them clean. So, how often should you change or clean your HVAC filters? Disposable Filters […]