Furnace Articles

How Does My Gas Furnace Work?

January 17, 2024

A father talks with his hands as he leans against the railing of his front porch with his preteen son and has a serious discussion.

On a frosty winter’s day here in California, your gas furnace is hard at work, keeping your Auburn home warm and cozy.

Why Is My Furnace Leaking Water?

October 16, 2023

You just discovered there is a puddle of water on the floor in front of your furnace. What does this mean? Why would your furnace be leaking water?

Schedule Your Annual Furnace Inspection Now

January 13, 2023

Tackling this important chore is easier than raking leaves or cleaning gutters when you call the heating and cooling experts at Empire.

What Are Furnace Filters?

November 16, 2022

Our experienced team is always on hand to answer any filter questions you may have as well as to replace or clean your air filter for you.

It’s understandable that maintenance tasks often fall by the wayside. Many Auburn homeowners follow the mantra of “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Everyone is busy and many seemingly more important priorities tend to creep up every month to consume time and money.

Richard Diebold

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We are very pleased with the service from Mize Guys. Thank you Michael for your knowledge and professionalism guiding us to the right AC/Heat unit for our home. The team that came to do the work was awesome. Connor, Evan and Noah did an excellent job. They were friendly, courteous, knowledgeable. Thank you again Michael for setting this all up.

Zach Sterner

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Your technician David is a rock star. Always professional and knows what he's doing. If you want a refrigeration company to take care of you, this is it. Request David if you can!

Steven School Alchemy

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Awesome service! professional.

Eric Reason

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Always good reliable service and always polite and helpful. We enjoy the service we get. Thanks to the whole staff

Rebecca Chorley

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Stand up company with great family values! The owners are nothing but helpful, respectful, and passionate about their work. On top of being an affordable service with intentional customer support, love to see a family working together! 10/10 would recommend this business.

Scott Weiss

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When our 30+ year old HVAC system finally gave out on us at the onset of fall last year, Mize Guys came highly recommended—and we’re very happy they did.Michael from Mize Guys looked at our existing unit and showed us our options for a new HVAC. When it came time for installation, Mize Guys went above and beyond, even providing custom sheet metal work to ensure the new unit connected properly to our very old ducting configuration.On top of providing us with a great new HVAC system and fantastic service, every one of Mize Guys’ technicians and associates was very friendly and professional.I highly recommend giving Mize Guys a call for all of your heating and air conditioning needs.

Joanne Fulton

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Great customer service all the way around. Pricing, scheduling and install all according to plan. The entire staff is great - Mason and Evan did such a great job with the installation and communicating about the process. I highly recommend Mize Guys.

Angela Marie

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The Mize Guys are Great... Delivered and installed exactly what they said, on time, professional, clean and knowledgeable. Our house is warm! Thanks😀

Robin Gomes-Downin

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Oct 23, 2023- Dave from Empire Heating and Air was here doing maintenance on our Heating and Air System that he installed 2 years ago. Such a nice guy, courteous and fast. I just Love Empire Heating and Air.Empire Heating and Air Conditioning are the best HVAC Business I've ever used. Jay, And Davey are sweet and professional, timely courteous. They explain everything they will do plus. Treacy is wonderful and came here to put the new filters in that worked better with our new system. We signed the proposal on Sunday and had our new system in on Friday. We have had our system since June 11, this year 2021. Wonderfully good people and a blessing from God. Thank you so very much for keeping us Cool during this heat wave. I sure hope I got Dave's name right. And Thank you to Pat and Dr. George for telling us about Empire Heating and Air.Very GratefullRobin and Victor/Bud Downin

J S

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Absolutely no other reason to call anyone else! Fast response. Found the problem in 20 minutes. Two other companies spent days and hours, frying the new parts they installed. What a relief to find “friends” in the HVAC business.

Sam Ruderman

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I called Empire to ask a few questions and learn more about HVAC projects and available rebates. Tracy took the time at the end of a busy day to answer all of my questions and provide exceptional guidance. It's not often you come across a company with staff like this these days, but when you do, it's the best. I highly recommend working with Tracy and Empire. Thanks again, Tracy!

Lauren Burke

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Since we first met, Empire has been an outstanding example of professionalism, expertise, and customer service. My company contacted them after another AC company failed us terribly. We desperately needed someone to help us, and Empire exceeded our expectations. Every interaction with their front desk, technicians, and owner, Jay, has been professional and pleasant. They are highly knowledgeable and have been honest about what they can do for us. They deliver on their promise. I cannot stress enough how happy we are with this company. I highly recommend utilizing their services.

Michael Scudero

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I will never hire this company strictly cause of how I see their drivers drive around. Twice in one day. I’ve seen them swirling in and out of traffic. Texting and driving. Watched him cut someone off get mad and brake check someone.

James Montgomery

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Mason and Morgan were awesome and got our AC system installed and up in running in one day, would recommend them for any job. Thank you!!

Chris Slater

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Quick response, accurate repair and fair pricing. And nice to work with on top of it all!

Jack Corkrean

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Mason was prompt, kept me informed and repaired our A/C in 1 visit. The personnel at the front desk were also very nice and prompt. Would and already have recommended them!

Cissy Smith

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Dean Walters

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Empire has the most professional experienced team I have ever used. Empire saved me the price of installing a new unit and repaired my current AC unit. Coral in scheduling, Tracy in finance, Jay and Conner on the technical/repair side. THE best! Great team! Professional. I highly advise Empire is THE HVAC company to get your HVAC unit fixed right!

Nu Boonkham

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Dave is the best there is!

Shari Holmes

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David came out right away and did a great job fixing my AC unit. I would definately use them again! Were in the middle of a heatwave, so thanks for the prompt attention.

Jennifer Callanan Bailey

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Conner was awesome. He was very knowledgeable, answered all our questions and fixed things quickly and correctly. Our A/C is working great now.

Kendra Johnson

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Ginger Bee

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The HVAC at one of our rentals stopped cooling during a recent heat wave. Our tenants are elderly, so I wanted to get it back up and running quickly. Had another local H&A company come out and they told me the compressor had failed and that I needed a whole new system at a substantial cost. I felt pressured, but wisely told the the tech that I needed to get another opinion. I then had Empire come out. Connor and Morgan quickly determined that the only problem was a loose wire in the electrical panel. In less than 10 minutes they had it up and running, saving me from falsely having to buy a new system. Empire's techs were great in comparison to the other H&A company. I would give Empire 10 stars if I could.

Carrie McDowall

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Amazing! - That is Empire Heating and Air Conditioning in one word. I was very pleased with their timing, professionalism and friendliness when they installed a new HVAC a couple of years ago. No hard sells - just the necessary information to make a decision.Then something was wrong yesterday...right as we hit a major heat wave. I came home from being out of town and it was obvious that the HVAC wasn't working. I called Empire and they rewarded me with being their customer by getting someone out on the next day - a weekend. Mason arrived within the window given and was professional, friendly and quick! We were back up and cooling within less than a half hour! Amazing!

roberta Colquitt

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Morgan,Evan,mason good team thanks everyone

Joshua Lichterman

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Today was very hot and Connor was very professional, friendly and got us up and running in less than an hour!!

James Harris

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Great customer experience Morgan and Mason went above and beyond.Thank you guys for the great service!

John Preinitz

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Thank you so much for your amazing service and quality work. Will definitely be using you again. Will definitely be recommending you.

Paul whitcomb

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Great company.

Alyse Zahnd

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The team at Empire was super responsive to our cry for help when our HVAC went out during a very cold week. Their technicians were very knowledgeable and took their time to answer all of our questions and gave us several options when it came to choosing a new system. The company I work for also uses them frequently as they consistently give us excellent service. I highly recommend them!

Dave Stevens

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Lois Wehe

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I have had very good service with this company, no complaints.

Garrett Montrowl

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(Refrigeration service, Service not listed)If you are not currently a customer of this company then you better sign up quickly. From the initial phone call with Coral to the repairs that David made it is no wonder why you see 5 star reviews. On time, professional, courteous from beginning to end. Save yourself the aggravation and time of other companies not showing up when scheduled. Pick up the phone and call, you will not be disappointed.

SHMEEE

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Terrible customer service and repair experience.

Brian Shappee

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We found ourselves in a bad situation due to another local HVAC company which Empire Heating & Air Conditioning quickly & professionally remedied!The technician (Bryan) was excellent and was able to diagnose and restore our Fujitsu Airstage within hours of his arrival. He actually went the extra mile and stayed until everything checked out (he deserves a pay bump). I couldn't ask for better service and I will recommend Empire to anyone who asks!

Tim Drew

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I have used this company for regular service, repair, total replacement of heating and air unit, duct work and modifications to air returns during a remodel. They worked with me to keep my old unit alive for a long time without trying to sell me on replacement. When my unit finally died, they thoroughly explained my options to make sure I got a replacement that I would be happy with that was in my budget. Their bid came in cheaper than two other companies for the same heating/air unit and theirs included some duct work. They did a full replacement quickly without incident, always showed up when they said they would. I received exactly what they told me I would in the timeframe they said it would take. They have called after install to check in with me making sure I am happy and everything is working as it should.Every interaction with this company has been positive. Excellent communication, trustworthy employees who were respectful of me and my home, quick responses to my calls and coming out for repairs. Based on my many experiences with this company, they have my trust and I know they are going to do what they say.

James Hunter

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I found out about Empire Heating and Air from a friend who sells heating and air in another state. He highly recommended them to me. Upon visiting them they answered all my questions and applied no pressure to buy. They discussed loan options with no pressure. I did schedule an inspection at which they were prompt, thorough, and informative. We scheduled an install and they were prompt, friendly and courteous. The removed all old equipment and debris, leaving my property in better condition than when they came. I would recommend them to any one neening any service of any kind related to heating and air.

Dave Smith

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Great service and pricing. Responsive and professional. Would use them again whenever needed!

Sarge Kennedy

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Their team did an amazing job reviewing photos of the location, doing on site estimates, keeping us appraised of delivery timing, full installation of Fujitsu split using with one main condenser outside and 4 evaporator units in each bedroom with individual AC and/or heat controls. They also added wifi connectivity!

Ron Horne

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Who do you call when you’re experiencing the worst record breaking heat in memory and your original 1987 AC dies on you? Make sure you have Empire Mechanical’s HVAC on your speed dial.I solicited three bids to replace my failed AC. EM was not only the most economical but they were the only organization to devise a simple solution to my complex and potentially costly ducting interface with my furnace.From Jay, the owner who evaluated my situation and devised its solution, to the install team headed by Brian, it is clear their many decades of local experience delivers a mountain of HVAC expertise at your doorstep.Their team responded to my overheated emergency with the ideal, cost effective AC solution delivered in just two business days during our record heat wave where other providers scheduled me weeks out.Got an HVAC emergency? Want the best? Call Empire Mechanical and its now expanded team that delivers expertise and experience with a level of professionalism and responsiveness that will not let you down.

Melissa Zimmerman

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Fast service for my elderly mother with health issues, who had no AC in her mobile home. HONEST COMPANY!!! I truly appreciate their fast response and professionalism. Thank you!

Robert Pritchard

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I have dealt with several HVAC maintenance providers as well as the original HVAC installation company for my 14 year old home. Many in my neighborhood have had issues with the original systems installed. Empire is the first to provide sufficient clear information on my choices and then to step back and allow me to make my own decision. Their work was professional, the guys polite and lighthearted and their honesty and straightforwardness when I asked a question gave me confidence in my decision. I decided to replace my existing system, which had cost me thousands of dollars over the years, and am extremely pleased with my new system. I feel like everyone at Empire was focused on my job. I highly recommend Empire, especially if you are having problems or feel like you are getting the run-around from some other vendor.

jennifer bruni

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aLisaK

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We had maintenance done on 2 regular AC systems and minisplit system. We also had a pre-remodel consult to discuss inreasing HVAC capacity of our smaller dwelling. Both Nathan and Jay were incredibly professional, very knowledgeable and pleasant to work with. We did not feel pressure to buy anything and felt they were coming up w/the best low cost, most effecient plan for us. We were really very satisfied with Empire and will certainly continue to use them for our HVAC needs from here on out.

Paul Bengs

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Empire is a family run business, with a great team of talented technicians on staff. After our heat-exchanger cracked and began leaking, I had a few other companies come out and assess the old unit. Each one took advantage of my stressful situation and tried to hard-sell me expensive all-electric systems, and warned me I could not use the existing heater or I risked getting Carbon Monoxide poisoning. After much frustration I was referred to Empire, and a lead tech came out the same day and informed me that my heat-exchanger was still under warranty and could be repaired, if I wanted, and not to worry about Carbon Monoxide while I was deciding what to do. He did a CM test to assure me. Later the owner, Jay, came to see me and went over all my options for either a repair , or a new system, and did not push for any solution but instead gave me brochures and web-sites to study up on, so I could choose knowledgeably. I opted to go with an entirely new split system with propane furnace. The pricing was reasonable. All of the techs working on my installation were friendly, knowledgable, and competent. Coral, in the front office, is super helpful and reassuring as well. I would highly recommend Empire Mechanical Services. Our stressful situation ended up being very pleasant, thanks to their ethics and professionalism.

Gelow Family

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Mike Chorley

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This is the way a business should run! Jay and his team, from his office staff to his tech’s, were courteous, knowledgeable and friendly. Our system has never ran better and more efficient. If you are looking for a heat and air company with integrity, call Empire! Man, I love these guys!!

Lily Atkinson

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We had a wonderful experience working with Empire. Their team has excellent customer service, professionalism and communication. We decided to install a new furnace and AC unit and they helped us pick the right set up to fit our homes needs, it was overall an awesome stress free process start to finish.

A Jackson-Biggin

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The Empire team, and their Viking colleagues, are simply one of the best contractors we have ever worked with. They have a real passion for what they do, and the customer experience is great because of it.

Phil Engel

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