Miscellaneous Articles

Tips to Prepare Your Home for Vacation This Summer

May 31, 2026

You’re leaving for vacation! You’ve packed your swimsuit, made reservations, and bought some new outfits. Your excitement builds as you picture yourself lounging by the beach, sipping cocktails, and soaking up the sun; you can’t wait to go! But wait—did you prepare your home? While you’re off having the time of your life, your ,…

Should You Close Your HVAC Vents?

April 30, 2026

Many homeowners close off vents in unused rooms to manage household temperatures or reduce energy costs. This may seem like a logical way to cut down on energy consumption, but closing vents can negatively impact heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. In this blog, we’ll explain why closing vents in an unoccupied room is…

Thermostat Settings: On vs. Auto

February 28, 2026

We all know the difference between a thermostat’s heating and cooling temperature settings—that’s the easy part. But what’s the difference between the On and Auto fan setting? How does this small setting impact your HVAC system’s performance and energy usage in your , home? While it might seem minor, choosing between On and Auto can…

How to Set Your Programmable Thermostat

October 29, 2025

With all the options available for setting your programmable thermostat, it is easy to get confused. Of course, this defeats the purpose of a programmable thermostat––it is designed for you to “set it and forget it,” making your life easier.

Think HVAC During Your Home Remodeling

August 15, 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 Jack’s Refrigeration to be there every step of the way to help however we can.

Thermostat Settings: On vs. Auto

April 29, 2025

We all know the difference between the heating and cooling settings on a thermostat.

But what’s the difference between the On or Auto switch? How does this setting impact the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system in your Visalia home?