It’s the Dog Days of Summer. Will Your AC Heel to Your Demands?

August 13, 2024

The end of July through August is known as “the dog days of summer.” Surprisingly, it has less to do with dogs and more to do with the time of year when we can best see Sirius, the brightest star in the constellation, Canis Major, which translates into “big dog” in Latin. The ancient Greeks and Romans believed that Sirius’s heat would combine with that of our sun, resulting in some of the hottest days of the year. Eventually, “the days of the dog star” got shortened to “dog days” in 1500s England and has been known as the “dog...

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Does Your Furnace Scare You? Here are 5 Signs You Need a New Heating System.

October 11, 2023

October is the time to celebrate the spooky, weird and mysterious as Halloween fast approaches. But, if the scariest things you face this season are high utility bills or weird sounds coming from your heating system, it may be time to get a new one. Your Detroit-area heating experts at C & C Heating & Air Conditioning know that furnaces, boilers and heat pumps don’t last forever. Here is a list of five common issues that signal that you may need to invest in a heating system replacement. 1.     Higher utility bills If your electric bill has soared since temperatures...

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It’s the Dog Days of Summer: Do You Know the Best Ways to Stay Cool?

August 8, 2023

The saying, “the dog days of summer,” refers to the dates between July 3 and August 11 when most of North America experiences the hottest days of the year. It really has nothing to do with heat or hot dogs, however. The phrase originated because those dates are when the largest star in the constellation Canis Major (large dog), Sirius, or “the dog star,” rises and falls with the sun. But, no matter where the saying came from, the fact is that this time of year is hot. For you and your dog! So, with that in mind, the cooling...

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5 Air Conditioning Myths That are Costing You Money

July 6, 2023

Now that we are in the middle of summer, you’re probably looking for ways to stay cool that aren’t going to break the bank. At C & C Heating & Air Conditioning, we understand that it is important to keep your family comfortable while still trying to find ways to keep your cooling bill down to more affordable levels. So, with that in mind, we’ll explore five myths about cooling your home that are costing you money. 1. Your home will cool faster if you turn your thermostat way down. The truth is that even if you turn your thermostat...

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Five Tips to Minimize the Strain on Your AC System This Summer

June 10, 2023

The Farmer’s Almanac predicts that Michigan’s summer forecast will be “warm-to-hot soggy.” And, this isn’t a great forecast if you are an air conditioner. What it means is that your own AC unit is gearing up for battle with a humid season that’s sure to keep it on its toes. As your Detroit-area cooling specialists, C & C Heating & Air Conditioning has some tips to help you minimize the strain on your AC system this summer: Schedule a tune-up If you didn’t have a tune-up on your air conditioning unit this spring, it’s never too late to schedule one. During...

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What to do if you suspect your HVAC system has mold growth

March 14, 2023

Does your home have a musty smell? Are you suffering from allergies and other respiratory issues more frequently than before? Is your home dustier than usual? If you’ve answered, “yes,” to any of those questions, your HVAC system or ductwork might have a mold-growth problem. Mold growth is a common issue that can invade your home’s heating and cooling system. This happens because moisture can develop and become trapped in the system. When there are high levels of humidity present in the air ducts, water vapor can get trapped and become a breeding ground for mold. Mold Symptoms Signs that...

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Keep your home safe from CO with these tips

January 12, 2023

January may be the fresh start to the new year and a time to enjoy snow days and hot cocoa. But it’s also, unfortunately, the deadliest month for carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide is one of the most dangerous gases that can accumulate in a home, causing as many as 430 deaths a year. Because it is colorless and odorless, it can kill you before you know what’s happening. Follow these tips Your clean air experts at C & C Heating & Air Conditioning want our Detroit-area customers and neighbors to stay safe this winter. Following these tips could save...

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Five Tips to Winterize Your Home

December 13, 2022

The weather outside will soon be frightful. But you can keep your home delightful by paying a little attention to your creature comfort systems before cold temperatures hit in force. And, the home service experts at C & C Heating & Air Conditioning have a few tips for our Detroit area residents so they make it through the cold winter months with as few problems as possible. After all, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Homeowners should: Have your heating system serviced One of the most important things a homeowner can do to prepare for winter...

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