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HMS Heating and Air Conditioning
HMS Heating and Air Conditioning is a veteran-owned HVAC company in Krugerville, TX, founded by a Marine Corps veteran who brings precision and dedication from his military background to every job. Af...
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Can my HVAC system help with the high pollen and ozone days we get?
Advanced filtration addresses both the April pollen peak and chronic ozone risk. A MERV-13 filter captures fine particulates, but the flexible insulated ducting common in Krugerville homes may not handle the increased static pressure. A professional should measure static pressure to ensure the blower motor can move sufficient air through a high-MERV filter without straining the system.
My system is from when the house was built. Is it time for a replacement?
A system installed around the average 2001 build year is now 25 years old. In Krugerville, this age aligns with the common failure point of capacitor degradation. The sustained high design temperatures create thermal stress on these electrical components, leading to predictable failures during peak cooling demand.
What does the new 14.3 SEER2 minimum mean for my electricity bill?
The 2026 SEER2 mandate ensures new systems use at least 14.3 SEER2, a more accurate measure of real-world efficiency. At the local rate of $0.14 per kWh, upgrading from a 10 SEER unit to a 16 SEER2 model can cut cooling costs significantly. The active Inflation Reduction Act rebates, with an $8,000 cap, can offset a substantial portion of the investment in a high-efficiency unit.
With gas heat, should I consider switching to a heat pump?
A dual-fuel system pairing a heat pump with a gas furnace is a strategic choice for Krugerville. The heat pump provides efficient heating during mild winter periods and all summer cooling, while the gas furnace takes over during colder snaps and the 2-8 PM utility peak hours in winter, often providing heat at a lower operating cost than electric resistance during those high-rate periods.
Our AC stopped cooling this afternoon in Krugerville City Center. How fast can a technician get here?
A dispatch from our location near Krugerville City Hall provides direct access to US-377. This allows for a reliable 5 to 10 minute response to most homes in the City Center for emergency no-cool calls, enabling rapid diagnosis of common issues like a tripped breaker or failed capacitor.
Are there new rules for the refrigerant used in a new AC installation?
All new installations in 2026 must comply with updated safety standards for A2L refrigerants like R-454B, which are mildly flammable. The City of Krugerville Building Department requires a permit for this work, ensuring the technician follows strict protocols for leak detection, ventilation, and proper labeling that differ from those for older, non-flammable refrigerants.
Why does my AC struggle when it gets over 100 degrees?
Residential systems in Krugerville are engineered for a 101°F design temperature. When ambient temperatures exceed this limit, the system's capacity to reject heat diminishes, reducing cooling output. Modern R-454B refrigerant, now standard, maintains better performance and efficiency in these extreme conditions compared to older R-410A, but all systems will experience reduced capacity during a prolonged heatwave.
My Ecobee thermostat is showing an E1 alert. What does that mean here?
An Ecobee E1 alert indicates the thermostat is not detecting a call for cooling or heating from the HVAC equipment. In Krugerville, this often points to a control voltage issue, such as a blown 3-5 amp fuse on the air handler control board or a failed safety switch, compounded by our high ambient temperatures and electrical grid demands.
