Close-up view of a green house with gray asphalt shingles, three gables, and one window under an overcast sky—upgrading features like the roof or HVAC system can enhance home value. | C & C Heating & Air Conditioning
April 2

Can Upgrading My HVAC System Increase the Value of My Home?

If you’re considering selling your home, most real estate experts recommend that you make at least some upgrades in order to increase the value of… Read More

A person replaces an air filter in a ceiling vent—an essential HVAC system task, especially during summer. | C & C Heating & Air Conditioning
March 9

Tips to Get Your HVAC System Ready for Summer

As we finally pull out of the cold winter season, it’s time to get your home prepped for the long summer months ahead. One of… Read More

A color-coded energy efficiency rating scale from A (green) to G (red) is shown over a grassy field with a house outline, illustrating concepts like what is a SEER rating for home appliances. | C & C Heating & Air Conditioning
March 4

What Is a SEER Rating?

The Department of Energy developed the seasonal energy efficiency ratio (SEER) evaluation or rating system for air conditioners in 1992. This rating system evaluates how… Read More

A rectangular pleated air filter with a metal frame and a MERV 10 rating, designed for effective air filtration and labeled with replacement part information on the side. | C & C Heating & Air Conditioning
February 9

MERV Filters and HEPA Filters: What’s the Difference?

If you’ve ever shopped for an air filter for your heating and cooling system, you’ve probably seen the terms MERV and HEPA. At first glance,… Read More

A man and a woman stand outside by an air conditioning unit; the woman holds a tablet and they both look at the screen. | C & C Heating & Air Conditioning
February 2

Determining the Best Size HVAC System for Your Home

It’s important to get the right size HVAC system for your home in southeast Michigan. Having the wrong size will cost you dearly and will… Read More

Two men kneel beside an open furnace unit in a utility room; one is pointing at components inside while the other observes, discussing how furnaces work. | C & C Heating & Air Conditioning
January 18

A Look at How Furnaces Work

We all depend on our furnaces to keep our homes toasty warm when Mother Nature does her worst, but the average Michigan homeowner doesn’t always… Read More

A smoke detector is mounted on the ceiling in a modern, blurred living room, helping protect against hazards like furnace malfunctions or carbon monoxide leaks. | C & C Heating & Air Conditioning
January 11

Preventing Carbon Monoxide Leaks in Your Furnace

While a furnace can keep your home toasty warm during the winter months, it is important to make sure you and your family do not… Read More

A delivery person uses a hand truck to move a large boxed appliance through a front door in Ann Arbor, MI, with a protective cloth covering the floor—ideal for safe furnace installation. | C & C Heating & Air Conditioning
January 4

A Homeowner’s Guide to Furnace Buying

As a homeowner, there are many decisions that you’re going to need to make regarding your home and how it operates. One of these decisions… Read More

A man uses a large vacuum hose to clean an air vent in the ceiling of a living room, following winter tips to keep the furnace running efficiently. | C & C Heating & Air Conditioning
December 20

7 Tips to Prepare Your Furnace for Winter

When the weather gets cold outside, the last thing you want is for your home’s heating system to be struggling. You’ll likely need to rely… Read More

Close-up view of several old, rusty metal pipes with joints, likely showing signs of furnace rust, arranged on a light wooden surface. | C & C Heating & Air Conditioning
December 14

Why Is My Furnace Rusted?

Your furnace is the heart of your home. What happens if it stops working? You could suffer severe damage to your property or even a… Read More