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Learn the basics of home heating and cooling like costs, key terms, products, basic maintenance schedules, and more....

The health and safety of you, our customer, and our staff are our top priority every day. Heating and cooling is a vital service and we will remain open for business unless local regulations require closure. Our associates are encouraged to stay home...

Also known as a mini-split system, a ductless heating and cooling system consists of a wall-mounted indoor unit or recessed ceiling cassette and an outside compressor. The indoor unit delivers heated or cooled air directly into the space where it's m...

A toasty home is welcomed when escaping chilly weather. Less welcome are the heating bills that can come with keeping that abode cozy By taking a few preemptive steps, however, it is possible to optimize energy usage, get the most from your heating s...

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, also known as HVAC systems, combines all climate and temperature control in one package. Not only that, but any facility size can benefit from one or two systems, according to how big the place is. ...

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Margaret spent a great deal of time overseas growing up, as a child in a military family. When her family returned to the US to live, she was surprised by the consumerism. She began to notice the wastefulness in society, and it made her concerned about the impact that had on the environment. Years later, she has become a freelance writer who works hard to educate people about saving energy, recycling, etc, and the environmental (and financial) benefits. She lives with her bulldog, Ceasar, and his many toys and bones, taking over her apartment.

How Sealing Your HVAC Ducts can Reduce Your Energy Costs Did you know that one of the single biggest sources of wasted energy is leaky HVAC ductwork? The ductwork that snakes all over your home and provides conditioned air to most of its rooms is us...

Heat pumps are one of the most misunderstood and often times most cost effective options to heat your home. There are many types of heat pumps. The most common type and the type being discussed here is an air source heat pump. A heat pump performs th...

First-time home buyers may overlook features of the home that aren’t clearly visible. These can often include the heating and cooling system. Whether you’ll be experiencing humid summers or chilly winters throughout the year, it’s necessary to know w...

When furnaces are designed and operated at the factory it is in a clean and controlled atmosphere. In the real world, conditions are much different. There is dust, debris, cobwebs, etc. that affects the safety and operations of your furnace. For in...

The heat and humidity are just around the corner. All air conditioning systems should be serviced at the beginning of each cooling season by a qualified service company. There are many components that can only be checked with specialized tools like ...

SS&B Heating & Cooling was happy to be a part of 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 St Jude's Dream Home as well as 2021. We designed and installed a High-Efficiency Trane system including a Remote Access Thermostat. We wanted to provide the Lucky Winner of thi...

Here at SS&B heating & Cooling, we strive for excellence in installation and service. We would like to give a big THANK YOU to all our customers! Let us know how we are doing. As an essential business during COVID-19, we will continue to provide h...

SS&B Heating & Cooling offers financing for our residential replacement customers with approved credit. A new home heating and cooling system are one of the most important investments you will make. With flexible financing options from Trane, you c...

More and more people want their home’s indoor air quality to be of the highest quality to support a healthy lifestyle and make the home a more comfortable place to be. Poor indoor air quality can lead to a variety of health problems, from allergies ...

Save Money with a Local Shop SS&B Heating & Cooling maintains a professional commitment to the construction and craftsmanship of ductwork at all times....

SS&B is proud to serve the Greater Springfield community. It's where we live and we love it! We want you to love your home too, so we strive to ensure that you are comfortable in it. Our company has been a part of this community since 1969....

In 2008 the EPA mandated a phaseout of R-22 refrigerant starting in 2010 and ending in 2020 with the refrigerant no longer being produced in any capacity. Since 2008 the price of R22 refrigerant has gone up every year incrementally. You can continue ...

We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week providing high-quality services. Call a professional licensed Heating and Air conditioning technician serving greater Springfield Missouri area. You can trust us to treat you like family and to do a gr...

Zoning Systems divides your home’s ductwork into separate comfort areas, enabling independent temperature control in distinct areas that require specific temperature conditioning. Traditional systems use one thermostat in an effort to achieve one uni...

Ever hear the saying “If you don’t like the weather here in Missouri, just wait 5 minutes”? Here in Springfield, we know just how true that statement can be. It’s not uncommon to have your heat running one night and your air conditioner running the n...

SS&B Heating & Cooling for the third year in a row, we are pleased to announce Lifestory Research has ranked Trane America’s Most Trusted® heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system....

SS&B Heating & Cooling Earns Esteemed 2016 Angie’s List Super Service Award Award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service SS&B Heating & Cooling has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award,...

Phaseout of Ozone-Depleting Substances. Why is R-22 Refrigerant so Expensive Now? U.S. government has placed restrictions on how much refrigerant can be produced and by 2020 will no longer be produced. As the amount of R22 that's available dwindles ...

A duct system is designed to move air through your heating and cooling system and back into the conditioned space. The air is tempered and cleaned during this process. Unfortunately, most duct systems are leaky. The joints are rarely sealed and the...

When buying a home, whether new or used, what are the things you look for? Location? Nice kitchen? Large master bath? Have you ever considered the homes heating and cooling system? If not you should. There are varying statistics on how much of the av...

We were excited this year to attend the 50th annual Christmas parade in Downtown Springfield Missouri. This year we did frozen float with Anna, Else, Kirstoff, and of course Olaf. The attendance this year was a huge success. Thank you Downtown Spring...

When your air conditioning system begins to have issues, the inevitable question arises. Should I repair or replace? There have been many changes in the world of air conditioning over the past few years that may make it better to replace than repair...

The official first day of spring is March 20th, less than a month away. Even though it’s still cold outside and we are still using our furnaces, we should start thinking about and preparing for warmer weather....

Wouldn't it be nice if our air conditioning system would just last forever and never break? Of course it would. However, eventually the AC system will have its share of issues that will need to be addressed. But what if we could put off having to spe...

There are so many decisions in building your new home. What light/plumbing fixtures, hardwood floors, granite countertops, appliances and so much more. Planning your dream home is an exciting process. ...

We offer an Energy Saving Service Agreement to ensure your system is running at its peak efficiency and is operating safely. It covers all necessary maintenance for both the heating and cooling systems. A one-year contract will cover two visits - one...

The duct system (air distribution system) is the most important and most overlooked part of a heating and air conditioning system. The duct system is the part of the system that is responsible for delivering the correct amount of air to the different...

Quality of workmanship and customer service are at the top of the list of priorities for my company. Not only do I want to deliver the best product possible, I want to make sure that my clients are comfortable and happy throughout the process....

I don’t know anything about furnaces or air conditioners – where do I start? First of all, you are not alone. Until there is a problem with your central heat or air, most people don’t pay attention to the system. You turn it on and adjust the temper...

Two of the most common pollutants in the U.S. -- ozone, sometimes called smog, and particle pollution -- pose health risks for hundreds of thousands of Americans each year. Are you one of them? Many of us are. If you’re very young, if you’re a seni...

Building a new home? S S & B Heating & Cooling provides superior heating and air conditioning systems and services to new home and commercial builders. We install and service high-efficiency heating and cooling systems for all types of new home cons...

As part of new legislation passed by Congress on Jan 3, 2013 the federal tax credit for installing high efficiency heating and air conditioning systems has been reinstated....

Thank you to Show-Me Heroes and the Missouri Career Center for presenting us with a Flag of Freedom Award. We are proud to honor our country by hiring Veterans!...

We at Lon Goff Custom Homes LLC enjoy building custom homes. We've been doing it for almost 40 years. ...

There are multiple options to control your heating and cooling system remotely. SS&B recommends theTrane XL624 Series 7-day programmable thermostat. This thermostat carries a unique set of options including HVAC system control as well as options fo...

Some consumers looking to cut cost on their heating and air conditioning installation consider buying "low cost" units online with the hopes of hiring a heating and air conditioning contractor to install it and save money. In reality, this is always...

SS&B Heating and Cooling offers free in home estimates on equipment replacement. This is an investment in your families’ health and comfort, and we want to make sure that you get the correct system. Because every home is different, we thoroughly anal...

Hiring Help: From "How To" to "Hurrah!" Whether you are in over your head or juggling too many tasks, hiring help can be a great idea. Projects can benefit from specialized expertise, more work can be accomplished at one time, and as a homeowner yo...