Texas is BUILT DIFFERENT

If you’ve lived in Texas long enough, you already know ONE thing to be true:

We don’t do winter.

Sure, we respect winter. From a distance. But panic-buying milk and bread during a DFW snowstorm hits the same nerve as the Great Toilet Paper Crisis of 2020. Apparently, we learned nothing.

Roads iced over. Schools closed. Thermostats cranked up. And suddenly, HVAC systems across North Texas were being put through the works.

Which brings us to an important reminder:

Texas may be “built different,” but your heating system still needs a lil help.

When the Cold Hits, Your HVAC Feels It First

During extreme cold, your heating system works overtime.

• Parts wear faster
• Filters clog quicker
• Heat pumps struggle (especially when temperatures drop below freezing)
• Older systems get pushed to their limits

In short: when Texas freezes, your HVAC system basically fights for its life.

That’s why cold snaps often lead to a surge in service calls. Not because systems suddenly become unreliable, but because they’re being pushed harder than usual.

“So Why’s Everyone Calling at Once?”

Brilliant question.

When temperatures drop, thousands of homes turn on their heaters at the same time. That creates a perfect storm:

• Higher demand for service
• Longer wait times
• Parts moving fast
• Techs working extended hours

At Heritage Air, we prepare for these moments. Extra staffing. Longer days. Hot coffee. Cold hands. And a whooole lot of problem-solving.

But expectation-setting matters. During weather events like this, response times may be longer than usual. Not because anyone’s slacking, but because everyone needs help at once.

A Few Things You Can Do Before the Next Freeze

Because in Texas, there’s ALWAYS a next one.

Here’s how to stay ahead of it:

• Change your air filter regularly.
• Don’t wait for strange noises.
• Schedule preventative maintenance.
• Keep vents clear.

And finally, know who to call before you need to.

The Silver Lining

Snowstorms have a funny way of reminding us what really matters.

Neighbors checking on neighbors. People sharing generators, advice, and food. Communities showing up for each other. And service crews out in the cold making sure families stay warm.

Texas really is built different!

And everyone at Heritage Air is proud to be part of the team that keeps your home warm and comfortable.

Because while we can’t control the weather…

We can help you be ready for it.

As always,

#HASYourBack #HASYouCovered