General HVAC Articles

Is Your Heating System Ready for This Winter?

October 31, 2023

Winter’s here in Illinois can get pretty cold. If you want to remain comfortable regardless of how low the outdoor temperature drops, prepare your heating system so that it runs efficiently and keeps you warm.

Why Is Remodeling My Home in the Fall or Winter a Better Time?

September 30, 2023

When you come out of winter’s hibernation, you are ready for a change. Warmer weather prompts many a project. You may begin a plan to get healthy, so you adopt new eating habits and exercise. Or maybe you decide to change up your nest. 

Why Do I Need a Whole-House Generator?

May 30, 2023

MB Heating and Cooling has a practical solution to keep your power on regardless of the weather. We recommend installing a whole-house generator to keep your family safe.

How to Take Advantage of the Inflation Reduction Act

February 13, 2023

Need new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment for your Illinois home? 2023 is your year, thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).

How to Set Your Programmable Thermostat

July 20, 2022

Programmable thermostats are really designed for you to “set it and forget it.” Here are a few of the main types and how to program them.

Listen to Your HVAC System

June 30, 2022

Unusual sounds may indicate the need for a tune-up, cleaning, or repair. The experts at MB Heating & Cooling can decipher the noise and get your system back on track. They have the knowledge and experience it takes to keep your HVAC equipment running at peak efficiency and delivering the comfort you expect in your Springfield home.

What You Need to Know for an HVAC Emergency

May 30, 2022

Most of us rely on our heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems on a nearly daily basis in Springfield. We just take it for granted it will always be working when we need it.

Why Are Sump Pumps Important?

March 10, 2022

It’s mildly amusing to meet someone from the South who isn’t used to basements. Here in Illinois, they are a way of life. Your basement could simply be a storage space. Or, maybe it’s a home bar, a sports-watching hangout, a music practice area, extra bedroom – the possibilities are endless. 

Fall HVAC Maintenance

October 7, 2021

As the saying goes, “Time and tide wait for no one.” Whether you’re prepared or not, the summer months and warmer weather are gone, moving aside for fall and cooler temps. That means here in Springfield you need to think about preparing your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system for fall maintenance.

MB Heating & Cooling Named One of the Best Places to Work

July 1, 2021

At MB Heating & Cooling, our employees mean everything to us. That’s why we’re so proud to have been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Central Illinois in last month’s issue of the Springfield Business Journal. This is such an honor, as our entire team works hard to always provide exceptional residential and commercial heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical services in Springfield and surrounding areas.

Bryant recognizes MB for excellence!

June 30, 2021

MB Heating & Cooling, Plumbing & Electric has earned the distinction as a Bryant® Circle of Champions Award winner.

How Your HVAC System Can Help Alleviate Your Allergies

May 18, 2021

Preventative maintenance helps your HVAC system function more efficiently, and it can also reduce the onset of your allergy symptoms.

What Is a Maintenance Agreement Plan?

April 20, 2021

No matter what type of maintenance you need, our MB Heating & Cooling professionals have the required training and experience. Enrolling in our MB Comfort Club maintenance agreement plan is the best way to ensure all of your residential and commercial maintenance needs are addressed.