Tired of your cold floors during these frigid Minnesota winters? Then it might be time to think about in-floor heating. We specialize in hydronic heating, which uses a boiler system to heat water that then moves through the tubing installed below the floor. However, it does come with considerations on both sides. Pros: A hydronic …
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How to Stay Warm If Your Power or Heating Goes Out
The wintertime can be rough on your home and heating system. Whether you’re dealing with an outage due to weather or a system breakdown, it’s important to keep you and the family warm in the event of an emergency. Here are some ways you can do that: Use your fireplace. Without a furnace, your fire …
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Heat Pump vs. Furnace: The Pros and Cons of Heating Systems
Homeowners have had their heat on for a few weeks now, but we’re only at the start of the winter season, which means we’ve been getting calls about furnace issues or homeowners wanting to invest in a new system before the hard chill sets in. Now, it’s become the choice between two key options: a …
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The Basics of HVAC Needs for Property Management Companies
It’s important for rental properties to keep up on HVAC maintenance so their tenants aren’t left in the sweltering heat or bitter cold without any support—especially with air conditioning units already working overtime during this hot summer. Maintenance A regular schedule based on recommended HVAC maintenance will be the best way to save money long-term …
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The Importance of Spring AC Maintenance Checks
Now that it’s spring, it’s time to start thinking about turning on the air conditioning. Before doing that, however, it’s always a good idea to have it checked out by a professional to be sure everything is in working order. If not, you might be out of luck during those hot summer days when the …
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What Are Geothermal HVAC Systems & What Are Their Benefits?
When owners are thinking about updating or replacing their HVAC systems, they often research and compare different appliance brands. However, there’s also a whole different type of HVAC system to consider: geothermal. A geothermal system can be used as a heating and cooling solution as it facilitates the transfer of heat between the earth and …
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How We Work With Commercial Facilities: HVAC & Indoor Air Quality
Every business needs an efficient and reliable heating and cooling system, which means they need a service to help them maintain it. In the Twin Cities, Binder is proud to be one of the most trusted options. We partner with business across the Twin Cities to keep their heating & air conditioning systems running effectively …
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Why You Shouldn’t Wait to Hire an HVAC Expert: The Benefits of Annual Maintenance
A home and business are comprised of a lot of different moving parts that could need repair or maintenance at any time. Your HVAC system should not be low on your priority list – it’s essentially the lungs of your home! Whether you have a newer or older HVAC system, there are many benefits to …
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Hunger and Heat. Basic Needs for All Minnesotans.
Childhood hunger is real in Minnesota. Make a difference when you purchase a furnace from Binder Heating. Through a partnership with Every Meal (everymeal.org), we will donate a year of free weekend meals to a hungry local child. Offer expires 3/31/21 Binder Heating is a 90-year-old, local, and five-generation family-owned/operated company in the Twin Cities. …
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When Is It Time to Replace Your HVAC System?
From hot summer days to cold winter nights, HVAC systems are essential year-round in Minnesota. Regular HVAC maintenance is important but just like anything else, eventually it will need to be replaced. Signs Your HVAC Needs Replacing In general, an HVAC system’s lifespan is 10-15 years depending on how much regular maintenance has been performed. …
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