Why Is My Thermostat Blank? Photo of a digital thermostat mounted on the wall with a blank screen.

Why Is My Thermostat Blank?

September 30, 2025

It is an “Oh no!” moment when you approach your home’s thermostat and see its blank screen.

Is this a serious issue—does it mean your furnace, heat pump, or air conditioning is broken? Not necessarily. In fact, most of the time, it is something minor and can be easily fixed!

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Why Is My Heat Pump Freezing Up?

September 15, 2025

The National Air Filter Association (NAFA) recommends changing your system’s filter as soon as it is loaded with dust and debris.

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3 Tips to Prevent AC Breakdown During a Heat Wave

August 31, 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 Marietta as they have under the heat dome that has scorched across Georgia.

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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?

August 15, 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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Think HVAC During Your Home Remodeling

July 31, 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 Carter & Sons HVAC to be there every step of the way to help however we can.

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Why Is My AC Short Cycling?

Why Is My AC Short Cycling?

July 15, 2025

Your AC cannot make up its mind. One minute, it runs. Then it stops. Then it runs again.

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Thermostat 101 Basics

June 30, 2025

You can trust our team at Carter & Sons HVAC to always add value and comfort to your Georgia 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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3 Signs It’s Time For a New AC

June 15, 2025

According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), high-efficiency air conditioners can reduce energy usage by 20 to 50 percent per year.

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What Are Zone Control Systems?

May 30, 2025

A zone control system—or zoning—only provides the necessary cooling or heating that each zone in your Georgia home needs at the time. It not only adds to the comfort level of your home but can also lower your energy bills.

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What’s That Smell Coming From My AC at Startup?

What’s That Smell Coming From My AC at Startup?

May 15, 2025

As the temperatures begin to rise in Marietta, many homeowners are firing up their air conditioners for the first time in months. But what if, instead of a refreshing blast of cool air, you’re hit with an unpleasant smell?

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