Our HVAC Holiday Gift Guide

What Your House Would Ask for If It Could!

It’s December, and that familiar holiday panic is about to set in. We get it! This can be a stressful time of year—with the planning, the shopping, the baking, the parties, the shopping, the traveling, the shopping. Did we mention the shopping? Finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list from your spouse to your kids’ teachers to your mail person can be exhausting. But if you’re searching for that special something for your house, we’re here with a list of holiday goodies sure to please any homestead! 

You’ll find that making even minor adjustments to your home’s operating systems can yield big results, both in terms of energy efficiency and your comfort. As experts in heating repairs in the Austin area, Blue Ribbon is dedicated to serving you and serving you well this holiday season and all year long. So, grab some hot cocoa, and let’s talk turkey on how to make your home work better for you!

Put a Bow on It!

Are comfort and joy on your holiday list this year? If so, we’ve got the comfort part down pat! Here are just a few items your house might be in the market for, and if you choose wisely, you might save a little money while making your life easier!

1. Programmable thermostat. A programmable thermostat can, as the name implies, be programmed to set temps according to your schedule. No one home during the day? You can program your thermostat so that you’re not wasting heating or cooling on an empty house. You can also program your thermostat to lower the temp during sleeping hours, warm up your home before the alarm goes off and create a different schedule for the weekend. All of this could save you a whopping 10 percent or more off your energy bills!
2. Smart thermostat. While a larger financial investment than the programmable variety, smart thermostats are all the rage for a reason. They offer the same savings and allow you to do everything a programmable thermostat can. But the key difference is that with a smart thermostat, you can adjust the temperature and settings from any Wi-Fi-enabled device. In addition, smart thermostats easily learn your habits and create heating and cooling schedules that make sense for how your home runs. Wi-Fi capability means you can adjust your thermostat from anywhere at any time. 
3. Air purifier. How’s your home’s air quality? If you’re not sure, it may be time to invest in an air purifier. From floor models to whole-house varieties, air purifiers can provide a host of benefits for indoor living, including removing allergens, reducing airborne illness transmission and improving your sleep.
4. Humidifier/dehumidifier. If there’s one thing we know about Texas, it’s that it can get pretty steamy. Because we live in such humid conditions, maintaining the proper humidity level inside our homes can be a full-time job. Whole-house dehumidifiers or dehumidifier/humidifier combos are perfect solutions for balancing your home’s humidity. If that’s not in the budget this year, smaller models tucked into individual rooms of your home can also provide humidity mitigation solutions. 
5. Ductless mini-split. Is it time to finally take the plunge and invest in a ductless mini-split? If your home is older, the answer may be a resounding yes! The easy installation, energy-efficiency, improved air quality and flexibility that these units offer earn them a deserving spot on anyone’s wish list.
6. Smart vents. The latest and greatest “smart” addition you can make to your home, smart vents can be a truly wise investment. They are energy-efficient, can coordinate with other smart home features and can be a lifesaver for room-to-room temperature control. And you can open and close vents from the comfort of your smartphone, making managing hard-to-reach vents a breeze. 
7. Maintenance plan membership. The Blue Ribbon Champion Plan is every home’s dream! We all know routine maintenance is the key to extending your heating and cooling systems’ longevity, so purchasing a membership this holiday will have your home thanking you well into the new year.

That’s a Wrap!

Our team would like to take a moment to wish you and your family a safe and cozy holiday season. We hope you’ll find some time to relax and recharge, so you can begin 2025 feeling rested and rejuvenated! And if a focus on better health is on your list of New Year’s resolutions, look no further than the team at Blue Ribbon to provide indoor air quality (IAQ) solutions in the Bastrop area. Our highly trained technicians deliver first-rate cooling, heating, plumbing and electrical services. Call us at 512.866.9161 or contact us through our website to schedule an appointment.