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Schedule Your Annual Furnace Inspection Now. A technician inspecting a furnace.

Schedule Your Annual Furnace Inspection Now

October 17, 2025

What’s at the top of your fall to-do list in Mendon? Make sure it is your furnace.

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Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense. Businessman holding jar of savings.

Why Buying a Heat Pump Instead of a Furnace Makes Sense

September 30, 2025

Want to heat and cool your Ursa, home, reduce your carbon footprint, and simplify your HVAC setup—all at the same time?

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Think HVAC During Your Home Remodeling

September 15, 2025

Congratulations, you’re planning to remodel your home! Breathing new life and comfort into your charming older house is a grand adventure, and you can count on our team at Bruening Heating, Air Conditioning, & Fireplaces to be there every step of the way to help however we can.

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3 Tips to Prevent AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave

August 30, 2025

An air conditioner is your lifeline during a prolonged heat wave.

This life-saving comfort system is a necessity when temperatures soar and linger in Mendon as they have under the heat dome that has scorched across Illinois.

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When Should I Replace My Air Conditioner In Ursa?

August 15, 2025

According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), replacing your decade-old unit could save you up to 50 percent on your monthly utility bill.

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3 Health Benefits to Using Your AC While Sleeping

July 31, 2025

The US National Library of Medicine recommends setting your thermostat between 60 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit at night for optimal sleep quality.

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Prepare For Hot Weather With an Air Conditioning Tune-Up

July 16, 2025

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, central air conditioning systems have a service life of approximately 15 to 20 years.

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Thermostat 101 Basics

June 30, 2025

You can trust our team at Bruening Heating, Air Conditioning, & Fireplaces to always add value and comfort to your Illinois home or business throughout the year. We offer practical solutions designed to extend the service life and operating efficiency of your HVAC system—including your thermostat.

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Does an AC Kill Mold?

June 16, 2025

Your air conditioner (AC) can do several things––keep your Illinois home’s indoor air cooler than outdoor temperatures, help to keep indoor airborne allergens at bay, and help keep your home’s humidity low. But one thing it can’t do is kill mold.

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Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits? A wall-mount mini-split heating and air conditioning unit installed in a new house. A modern heat pump, this unit heats a house in winter and cools in the summer. This type of system eliminates ductwork which is a primary source of inefficiency in a conventional system making this about 30% more efficient. This particular unit has an eye sensor which pans the room looking for hot or cold spots and directs the airflow accordingly.

Why Are They Called Ductless Mini Splits?

May 30, 2025

They’re called ductless mini splits because they don’t require ductwork and consist of two main components—a compact indoor air handler and an outdoor compressor—connected by refrigerant lines. This “split” design allows for efficient, targeted heating and cooling in specific areas.

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