A Blog for All Seasons
How HVAC Technology Has Evolved Since 1974 And How Four Seasons Air Specialists Has Grown With It
Since 1974, Four Seasons Air Specialists has proudly served White Bear Lake and the surrounding Minnesota communities with a mission: to keep homes comfortable, efficient, and safe. A lot has changed over the last 50 years—not just in the way homes are heated and cooled, but in how we think about comfort, energy use, and indoor [...]
How to Keep Your Home Cool Without Overworking Your AC
When the summer heat rolls into White Bear Lake and the surrounding Twin Cities area, your air conditioner becomes your best friend. But running it nonstop can lead to high energy bills, unnecessary wear and tear, and even a shortened system lifespan. The good news? You can stay cool and protect your AC with a few [...]
What to Do Before Guests Arrive: Home Comfort Edition
Hosting Tips Focused on Air Quality, Scent, and Temperature Comfort When friends or family come to visit, you want your home to feel clean, cozy, and welcoming. While we often focus on cleaning and decorating, it’s the invisible things—like the air quality, temperature, and even scent—that help guests feel truly comfortable. At Four Seasons Air Specialists, [...]
Signs Your AC Unit is Ready to Retire
If your air conditioner is struggling to keep your home cool or breaking down frequently, it might be trying to tell you something—it’s time to retire. Aging AC units can cause discomfort, high utility bills, and even damage to your home. But how do you know when to repair and when to replace? At Four [...]
How Mini-Split Systems Can Save You Money
Heating and cooling costs make up a large portion of most homeowners’ utility bills—especially in climates like Minnesota’s, where summers are hot and humid and winters are long and freezing. If you’re looking for a flexible, energy-efficient way to keep your home comfortable year-round, a mini-split system might be the perfect solution. At Four Seasons Air [...]
Common HVAC Myths Busted
Separating Fact from Fiction to Save You Money and Stress There’s a lot of advice out there about how to run your heating and cooling systems—but not all of it is accurate. In fact, some of the most common HVAC “tips” can actually lead to higher energy bills, inefficient performance, and even costly repairs. At Four [...]
5 Common AC Issues and How to Prevent Them
As summer temperatures rise in White Bear Lake and throughout the Twin Cities, your air conditioner becomes a critical part of your home’s comfort. But what happens when it suddenly stops working, starts making strange noises, or isn’t cooling the way it used to? At Four Seasons Air Specialists, we’ve seen it all—and we’re here to [...]
Summer HVAC Prep Checklist
Get Your Cooling System Ready Before the Heat Kicks In Minnesota summers can bring everything from hot, humid afternoons to sudden heatwaves—and your air conditioner needs to be ready. Preparing your HVAC system before the full heat of summer arrives helps you stay cool, save energy, and avoid emergency breakdowns when you need cooling the most. [...]
How Ceiling Fans Work with Your HVAC System
Ceiling fans don’t actually change the temperature of a room—but they do move air. This movement can make you feel cooler or help distribute warm air more evenly, depending on the direction the blades spin. By improving air circulation, ceiling fans help your HVAC system run more efficiently, reducing strain and lowering your utility bills. [...]
Spring Weekend Projects That Boost Comfort and Curb Appeal
Simple Upgrades That Make a Big Difference—Inside and Out Spring is the perfect time to roll up your sleeves and tackle a few quick projects that instantly refresh your home. Whether you’re looking to make your space more comfortable or improve how it looks from the curb, a weekend is all you need for some high-impact [...]
