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At Excel Heating and Cooling, we believe in educating the community on a variety of topics related to home comfort, HVAC system durability, and energy efficiency. Our goal is to help make homes throughout the Shenandoah Valley more comfortably by providing timely and important information on home heating and cooling. When an HVAC system needs to be replaced, we work with homeowners and landlords to make informed purchasing decisions. Check out our blog posts to learn more!

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5 Heating Myths Busted: Fact vs. Fiction

Heat smarter this winter by not falling for inaccurate or misleading heating advice. From furnace sizing to programmable thermostats, learn which tips will save you money on heating and keep your home warmer in winter and which will simply lead to wasted energy and expensive heating maintenance

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7 Common Heating Issues and How to Fix Them

If the heating isn't working right in your home, diagnose the problem with this reference guide from Excel. Heating won't turn on? Furnace making weird noises? Frustrated with high heating bills? Excel explains common heating issues and how you can fix them with heating maintenance service today.

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Can Farmers’ Almanacs Help You Fall Home Prep?

Did you see this year's farmers' almanac winter weather forecasts? Find out from Excel Heating & Cooling what's in store for Shenandoah Valley homeowners and how home prep in fall can be a great defense against even the almanac's worst winter predictions.

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Could You Benefit from a Whole Home Dehumidifier?

Is your house too humid? Excel explains how to improve the indoor air quality of your Broadway or Harrisonburg home with a whole home dehumidifier. Learn the benefits of a whole home dehumidifier over a portable unit, and how to make sure your living space healthier for your family.

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3 Ways to Customize Your Home Comfort

Real home comfort requires a heating & cooling system unique to your home's needs. Learn how Excel Heating & Cooling can set up a custom comfort control system specifically tailored to your Virginia home. Find out how a programmable thermostat & home zoning can improve indoor air quality & lower your energy costs!

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Where Should I Put My Mini Splits?

Thinking about upgrading to ductless heat pumps, but don't know the best places to install them? Many homeowners ask us here at Excel Heating & Cooling, "What's the best indoor/outdoor mini split unit placement?" Learn how mini split placement can make a huge difference in your Virginia home's energy efficiency.

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AC Not Cooling Effectively?
AC not cooling effectively? Troubleshoot your Shenandoah Valley VA home’s central air with these tips before you call for AC service. A routine maintenance check-up from the AC pros at Excel Heating & Cooling can put your cooling back on track.
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How can you lower your cooling bills this summer?

The AC pros at Excel Heating and cooling have some useful tips to lower your summer cooling bills. Cut your energy bill with central air check up or add a new high-efficiency mini-split or cooling system.

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What makes us a Lennox Premier Dealer?
What makes Excel Heating & Cooling a Lennox Premier Dealer? Our professional HVAC technicians are trained to provide top quality installation for the complete line of Lennox equipment to meet precise manufacturer’s standards for Shenandoah Valley homeowners.
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Can your AC make you sick?
Can your Shenandoah Valley VA home make your allergies worse? It’s possible your home central air could be exacerbating your symptoms. The AC pros at Excel Heating and Cooling have the expertise to diagnose indoor air quality issues that could affect your health.

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    T.W., Timberville, VA

  • I selected your company last summer based on reviews and I have to say I have not been diappointed. Great service each appointment!

    P.S., Leesburg, VA

  • "Advisor" was good at interpreting the different heat pump possibilities. All staff were good at working around a trip we had to take. There was a follow-up call to see how we were faring.

    M.F., Harrisonburg, VA

  • Excel has done a great job of getting my heating and AC working efficiently. They were quick and thorough. The minute I had a question, they were back to check it out/fix it.

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