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As summer winds down in Des Moines and those cool Iowa nights begin to settle in, one question keeps coming up:  Is furnace maintenance really worth it this fall?Most homeowners don’t think about their furnace or heating system until something...

When summer temperatures climb in Des Moines, homeowners rely heavily on their cooling systems. But a hardworking AC doesn’t have to mean skyrocketing energy bills. If you've ever asked yourself, “how to make your air conditioner more efficient,”...

There’s nothing worse on a sweltering summer day than discovering your air conditioner isn't blowing cold air, and upon inspection, you find a block of ice encasing its coils. An AC freezing up is a common and frustrating problem for many...

There's nothing quite as nice as a hot, long shower. And nothing's more frustrating than having a hot shower suddenly run cold. Most Des Moines homeowners are abandoning traditional tank-based systems for on-demand tankless water heaters. Here are...

Summer in Des Moines means enjoying the outdoors; hiking at local parks, kayaking at Gray’s Lake Park, playing a round of golf at Bright Grandview Golf Course, and keeping your home a cool, comfortable oasis. But nothing disrupts that comfort...

When the summer heat arrives in Des Moines, you want to be 100% sure your air conditioner is ready to keep you cool. If it’s been sitting unused since last year, it might have developed issues you haven’t noticed yet. Finding these problems early...

Why Is My Home Cold?As winter tightens its grip on Des Moines, many homeowners find themselves asking, "Why is my home cold?" Even with the furnace running, some homes struggle to maintain warmth. This leads to discomfort and high energy bills. Is...

As February brings its chill to Des Moines, ensuring your home's heating system is operating efficiently is paramount. At City Wide Heating & Air Conditioning, we have over 50 years of experience servicing, repairing, and installing residential...

As the new year begins, it’s the perfect time to set resolutions not only for yourself but for your home as well. Your HVAC system works hard year-round to keep your home comfortable, and with a little extra attention, it can perform even better in...

As the HVAC industry continues to evolve, one significant change on the horizon is the transition from R410A to R454B refrigerant. While R410A has been a reliable choice for cooling and heating systems for many years, the increasing focus on...