About this episode

Nathan Shafer discusses why air conditioning systems may run continuously during high temperatures and offers insights on HVAC maintenance.

🔥 Got HVAC questions? We've got answers! This week, we're sitting down with Nathan Shafer, owner of Shafer Heating and Cooling in Hillsboro, Ohio — a trusted local expert who knows what it takes to keep your home comfortable year-round. From diagnosing that mysterious noise your furnace has been making all winter 🥶 to knowing when it's time to replace vs. repair your AC unit ☀️, Nathan breaks it all down in a way that actually makes sense. 🌡️ Ever wonder why your AC seems to run non-stop during a July heat wave — even when it's working perfectly? This episode dives into design temperatures and explains why, in many regions, a 90°F design temperature means your system may run continuously when summer heat peaks. Nathan also covers how sun exposure, shade, and everyday actions like opening doors can shift your indoor temps — and why even a correctly sized, properly functioning system can fall a degree or two behind when conditions push past the design threshold. Whether you're a homeowner trying to understand your system or you're dealing with an urgent issue and don't know who to call — this is the episode for you. 💡 Learn what separates a quality HVAC contractor from the…

People in this episode

Host: Check A Pro

Guest: Nathan Shafer

Topics covered

• HVAC
• air conditioning
• home comfort
• repair vs replace
• temperature design
• seasonal maintenance

Keywords

• HVAC
• air conditioning
• home comfort
• temperature design
• repair vs replace
• seasonal maintenance
• furnace noise

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Shafer Heating and Cooling

Places: Hillsboro, Ohio, Highland County

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