East Lansing
Air Conditioning
If you are used to living in East Lansing, you know how brutal the summer heat can be. After an afternoon of outdoor work or play, you will be ready to relax in a nice, cool home. A reliable air conditioner may quickly become the most important appliance in your house during those longest days of the year.
Rely on North Winds Heating & Cooling to keep you and your family cool throughout the season. Our team of professionals can help match your home’s cooling needs with top-quality air conditioning systems if you are in the market for a new one. Current models provide excellent cooling and improved energy efficiency.
If you are happy with your current air conditioning system, our trained professionals can come out to inspect, tune up, and clean your system before the heat really hits. On the other hand, if you require repair services, give us a call, and we will be happy to send out a professional to fix your air conditioner as quickly as possible.
Not only does your air conditioner keep you and your family comfortably cool in the Michigan dog days of summer, but it will also dehumidify your indoor air. Keeping your home at the correct humidity level can reduce common allergens such as mold and mildew, protect your electronics and appliances from humidity damage, and improve your overall indoor air quality.
When you need more information on air conditioning, call North Winds Heating & Cooling at 517-225-3430. Our professionals are standing by, ready to serve you. Request air conditioning service online today.
Commercial Services
Having reliable commercial heating and cooling is important to a company’s bottom line. It takes a special service provider to understand the unique needs of a commercial operation. Our professionals at North Winds Heating & Cooling will listen carefully to your organization’s particular situation and make recommendations that fit your business, time frame, and budget.
Heating Services
Whether you’re looking for a heating solution for a small, medium, or large business, our team of professionals is ready to help. We can work with just about any industry, building configuration, and budget constraints to provide reliable, consistent heat in the winter months.
Our team has experience with East Lansing commercial furnaces and boilers as well as ducted and ductless heat pumps. For large organizations, we can install a rooftop unit (RTU), which often manages heating, cooling, and ventilation more efficiently.
Cooling Services
When it comes to keeping your employees, customers, and equipment cool in the heat of the summer, you want a system that’s properly scaled and reliable to meet your Michigan cooling needs. Our trained technicians are well-versed in installing and servicing commercial air conditioners, chillers, heat pumps, and cooling towers as well as with a variety of other cooling equipment you might require. Call North Winds Heating & Cooling at 517-225-3430 today.
Maintenance Services
Investing in preventive maintenance of your heating and cooling system is a smart business decision. Our trained technicians will be happy to come out and inspect, clean, and tune-up your commercial cooling system in the spring and your commercial heating system in the fall.
During these checkups, we can often spot potential problems and make needed repairs before your commercial system fails. That saves you time and money as well as the inconvenience of having a broken heating or cooling system during business hours. Check out our maintenance plans that are customized to serve your particular commercial business’s unique needs. Request commercial service online today.
Boilers
Most homes in Michigan are either heated with a furnace or a boiler. If you happen to have a boiler in your East Lansing home, it will be either condensing or noncondensing. Condensing boilers are more energy efficient as they concentrate the hot water vapor to heat your home while, at the same time, using waste energy to begin warming up the colder water coming into the boiler.
Our professionals at North Winds Heating & Cooling can help you select a residential boiler that is energy efficient and properly sized for your home if you are considering investing in a new boilers system. It’s important to have the right-sized boiler because one that is too small will not provide enough heat and one that is too large will waste energy.
Although our team can provide boiler repair and maintenance, if you have a boiler that’s more than a decade old, it may be time to invest in a new one. Older boilers tend to be only 50 to 70 percent efficient while the newest boilers can exceed 90 percent efficiency, saving you money and helping the environment.
Ready to talk more about boilers? Call North Winds Heating & Cooling at 517-225-3430 . Our trained professionals will be happy to provide more information or answer any questions. Request boiler service online today.
Ductless Systems
Have you ever heard of a ductless heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system? Ductless systems provide heating and cooling without forcing air through a network of air ducts in your East Lansing home.
Our professionals at North Winds Heating & Cooling suggest considering a ductless system if you are adding a room or providing customized climate control to a particular space in your home. For example, a ductless system would work great in a Michigan sunroom, man cave, bonus room, or home office. They are also a possible solution for keeping one bedroom extra warm for an elderly family member or as supplemental heating or cooling for a rarely used guest room.
One advantage of a ductless system is it requires a very small hole to be drilled through a wall, which makes installation a breeze and energy loss close to nonexistent. In addition, ductless systems are typically quieter and can reduce your energy bills over time if you are losing energy through a duct system.
Though they can be more expensive initially to purchase, in short time you save enough in energy costs to make the difference back. These are perfect if your home needs a system with a small footprint. We can install them most anywhere in your home.
If you are ready to learn more about ductless systems, call North Winds Heating & Cooling at 517-225-3430. Our professionals would be happy to share the systems and services we offer. Request ductless system service online today.
Furnaces
Are you ready for the colder weather here in Michigan? Once the days grow short and the nights stretch long, you will want to crank up the heat in your home to make it nice and cozy. A wide range of furnaces from North Winds Heating & Cooling can help you accomplish that goal. Whether you are purchasing a new furnace or replacing an old one, there are many factors you should consider before making your decision.
One of the first things you want to consider is what size furnace your East Lansing home requires. If you select a furnace that is too small, you will have inadequate heat in the coldest days of winter. On the other hand, if you select a furnace that is too large, you will be paying for more heat than you actually need.
Unfortunately, selecting the right size of furnace is a little trickier than simply looking at square footage of your home. Our heating experts will take into account the climate, size, construction, and layout of your home in order to recommend the best furnace size.
In addition, be sure to consider the cost of various energy sources and the energy ratings of furnaces. Certain fuels will be less or more expensive at any given time and will impact the environment differently as well. One thing you can be certain of is that a new furnace will be more efficient than an old one.
When you are ready to purchase a new furnace, call North Winds Heating & Cooling at 517-225-3430. Our professionals can provide you with all the information you need. Request furnace service online today.
Heat Pumps
If you are looking for a heating and cooling solution in Michigan, you may want to consider a heat pump. Heat pumps simply move warmer air from outside to inside in the winter and from inside to outside in the summer, providing a comfortable indoor temperature.
Since heat pumps do not actually create their own heat, they are more efficient and cost effective than conventional furnaces and air conditioning systems. In fact, heat pumps may provide the same heating and cooling options at one-quarter the cost.
Our professionals at North Winds Heating & Cooling can help you determine whether a heat pump might be right for you. In the past, heat pumps tended to work best in moderate climates; however, new technology has made heat pumps viable in colder climates today as well.
The air-source heat pump is most commonly available, and it moves the heat between your home and outside. Air-source heat pumps require less electricity when compared with baseboard units and furnaces. Some high-efficiency models can also provide better dehumidification capabilities than conventional air conditioners.
Ductless heat pumps, or mini splits, are an alternative type of heat pump for homes without ductwork. Our professionals can talk with you about these if you are interested.
Ready to learn more about heat pumps here in East Lansing? Call North Winds Heating & Cooling at 517-225-3430. Our highly trained experts will be happy to answer your questions. Request heat pump service online today.
Home Automation
Home automation is all the rage in Michigan. From motion detector lighting to advanced home security systems to heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems that are trained to the residents themselves, the possibilities of smart technology seem endless.
Our professionals at North Winds Heating & Cooling would be happy to talk with you about the home automation services we can provide to help you take advantage of some of the developing technologies.
One excellent use of home automation technology involves reducing your energy consumption by tailoring your usage more exactly to your needs. Most homes have thermostats that can be programmed to turn heating or cooling systems on or off based on time and day of the week.
Today’s home automation solutions build on that same idea by extending thermostat controls to smart phone applications as well as advanced technology—detecting not only when you are home but which room you are currently using.
Further integration with your HVAC system may also be possible as both home automation and HVAC technology continue to advance. However, choosing the right systems that work together can be somewhat complicated. Talk with our professional HVAC team about your particular East Lansing home automation needs, and let us help you design an affordable system that can be expanded in the future.
Ready to learn more about home automation? Call North Winds Heating & Cooling at 517-225-3430. Our professionals will be happy to provide more information or answer any questions. Request home automation service online today.
Indoor Air Quality
Everyone needs a breath of fresh air from time to time. In today’s world of super efficient, well-insulated buildings, there may be even a greater need. Although many advantages of modern construction exist, potentially poor indoor air quality can be one disadvantage. Our team at North Winds Heating & Cooling is dedicated to ensuring our customers have cleaner indoor air by providing testing and remediation services in East Lansing.
Where do indoor air quality problems originate? The issue can vary from home to home, but smoking, pets, dust mites, and chemicals released from cleaning products or new construction can all contribute to poor indoor air quality.
Although many of us live with these and other irritants around us each day, long-term exposure may result in physical discomfort or significant health problems. Some Michigan homeowners may experience symptoms including fatigue, allergies and asthma, flu-like systems, or respiratory issues. Certain air pollutants such as carbon monoxide from faulty heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems can cause serious consequences or even death.
Our trained professionals can provide a thorough testing of your indoor air quality as well as suggest the best remediation actions for your home. Simple things like air filters, cleaning air ducts, or installing air purification systems may help improve your air quality a great deal.
If you are ready to check your indoor air quality, call North Winds Heating & Cooling at 517-225-3430. Our professionals can provide all the needed information for you to make a wise decision. Request indoor air quality service online today.
Maintenance
It’s always easier to boost a broken furnace or air conditioner to the top of your priority list, but it can be a stressful scenario to find yourself in, especially during extreme weather. One way to minimize or potentially eliminate this situation is to invest in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) maintenance.
Turn to our trained professionals at North Winds Heating & Cooling a couple times a year for a complete
inspection, maintenance, and cleaning of your HVAC system for your East Lansing home. Regular HVAC maintenance can result in many benefits for the homeowner including:
- More efficient, better-performing heating and air conditioning systems
- Reduced energy bills
- Elimination or reduction of emergency repairs
- Extended life span of expensive HVAC equipment
When you call our team for HVAC maintenance services, you will receive a comprehensive inspection and tune-up. Our trained team will check items such as your thermostat, system controls, and fuel line connections as well as clean your blower and condenser coils. We will tighten electrical connections, lubricate appropriate parts, and inspect pressure where needed as well.
Schedule regular HVAC maintenance before the summer heat strikes to ensure your air conditioner is ready for the hot weather, as well as before your furnace system should be getting ready to take on the coming winter in Michigan.
Contact North Winds Heating & Cooling at 517-225-3430 to learn more about HVAC maintenance services that would best meet your unique needs. Request HVAC maintenance service online today.
Zone Control Systems
Most East Lansing homes having a conventional heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system have one thermostat controlling the temperature for the entire home. Over the years, many attempts have been made to control the temperature in particular rooms to reduce energy consumption and costs. For example, some people may close vents in unused rooms or program a thermostat to different temperatures throughout a 24-hour period.
Today, zone control systems are available to provide you with even more control over the temperatures in certain areas of your home. For example, if you want to only heat your upstairs bedrooms in your Michigan home on cold winter nights, you can increase the temperature in that zone while decreasing it in the downstairs zone.
Our North Winds Heating & Cooling professionals can help you install a zone control system, which includes motorized dampers that can open and close based on programmed instructions. Each zone of your home has its own thermostat, allowing you to customize temperatures within the zones. The thermostats and dampers are then connected to the central HVAC system.
When one thermostat calls the central system for heat, for example, the automated dampers will open and close appropriately before the furnace fires up. If other zones call for heat during this period, those dampers will open as well. As soon as all thermostats have reached the desired temperatures, the HVAC system will shut off. This makes for high efficiency and lower energy costs.
Contact North Winds Heating & Cooling at 517-225-3430 to learn more about HVAC zone control systems. Request zone control system service online today.
“Allen was great. Polite and knowledgeable. He took the time to explain everything. Really good”
“On Sunday Dec 8, the new thermostat installed by Northwind on Friday the 6th locked me out as I attempted to program it. It had somehow become stuck on the temperature 66 leaving the house cold on a winter day., which was particularly uncomfortable because I had a respiratory illness. Usually a service call requires a $250 fee. But when I spoke to the service tech, Justin, and explained the circumstance, he told me that there would be no charge given so recent an installation, and that he would come to my home quickly to remedy the situation. Justin was a consummate professional in manner and kindness, instructing me on every detail about how to use the new thermostat. He had some difficulty himself getting it to “on stick” and it took some research online to figure out the problem and reset the thermostat.
I am grateful to Justin and to Northwind for being not only reliable, but kind and flexible to the situation at hand.
I highly recommend Northwind as a service provider.”
“Allen clearly explained everything he checked, and even said I didn't need to change the filter for a couple months. I appreciated his honesty and kind manner.”
“Friendly, knowledgeable service and easy scheduling. We’ve had great interactions with North Winds!”
“Rick arrived during the appropriate timeframe. He was very professional and polite. We were having issues with our gas fireplace staying lit. He was able to fix it fairly quickly by performing a maintenance service. He took extra care to keep everything clean by wearing shoe booties and using a tarp during the service. He even took the time to replace the fake embers & add some new ones we had on hand. The fireplace is working great and looks brand new!”
“Kavin called before arriving, was polite and checked everything out on our furnace so we’re good to go for the upcoming winter. We’ve always been pleased with North Winds.”
“I had another informative maintenance appointment today, this time with Kavin. I appreciated his suggestions and advice–he's very knowledgeable, especially for only working here about a month, and he had lots of praise for the company, which is always reassuring. I'd definitely recommend any of the technicians and the company as a whole.”
“Everything was done to satisfaction and exactly as was discussed with us.”
“Great service( as usual!) Rick is always thorough and answers all of our questions.”
“Cody was very prompt, polite, and efficient. Thanks!”