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Plumber showing water flow to couple in kitchen.
March 27, 2026
Hard water in Charleston and the Lowcountry causes mineral buildup in pipes, water heaters, and appliances. Learn the signs and what you can do to protect your plumbing.
Two outdoor air conditioning units next to a building on a bed of gravel.
March 24, 2026
SEER2 replaced SEER in 2023. Here's what SEER2 means, how it affects your AC purchase, and what rating South Carolina homeowners should look for
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March 20, 2026
A musty smell in your coastal SC home usually points to excess humidity, mold in ductwork, or a clogged condensate drain. Here's how to find the source and fix it.
HVAC technician showing a customer tablet near an air conditioning unit; Coastal Airplus truck parked outside house.
March 17, 2026
Trying to decide between a heat pump and a furnace for your SC home? Here's a clear comparison of costs, efficiency, and performance for South Carolina's coastal climate.
An HVAC vacuum pump sits on a white ledge with hoses attached, next to a wooden fence.
March 13, 2026
Salt air corrodes outdoor AC units fast. Learn how coastal homeowners in Folly Beach, Isle of Palms, and Surfside Beach can protect their HVAC from corrosion.
wet basement floor
March 10, 2026
Rusty water, strange noises, or puddles around your tank? These warning signs mean your water heater may be failing. Know when to call a plumber.
HVAC technician using diagnostic tool on air conditioning unit, outdoor setting.
March 3, 2026
Schedule your spring AC tune-up in March or early April before the South Carolina heat arrives. Here's when to book and what your technician checks during maintenance.
Two HVAC technicians looking at a tablet, tools on an AC unit, brick wall background.
February 28, 2026
Wondering what happens during an HVAC maintenance visit? Here's exactly what your technician inspects, cleans, and tests to keep your system running all year.
A man wearing a hard hat and safety vest is standing in a room holding a clipboard.
By Coastal Air + Refrigeration January 30, 2024
The average furnace lasts between 10 and 15 years. Take steps to make it last longer. There is no shortcut or hack to increase furnace longevity.
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