Born in Wilmington in 1961, Jimmy Williams attended New Hanover County schools with dreams of becoming a machinist at GE. He graduated from the Machine Trades program at Cape Fear Technical Institute in 1984, but GE was not in his
When planning an update to your heating and air conditioning system, people often forget a very important part - their ductwork! Whether hidden under your home or up in the attic, it is vital to yo ...
The federal tax credits, including most heating and cooling system installations, have been extended! Not only will this save you some money, it will also encourage people to choose to instal ...
We understand why asking for ballpark estimates for a new HVAC system may seem like a perfectly reasonable question. You have a budget and want a broad sense of the cost to ensure your family ...
When it’s time to replace your HVAC system, it’s very important to have a proper evaluation for your new system. This assessment needs to be done in your home to get the precise measu ...
Technology has come a long way in many applications in our lives. Your heating and air system is no different. Variable speed HVAC systems have been around for some time now. However, the technol ...
One accessory for your HVAC system should not be without is a treatment stick. A treatment stick can help prevent damage to your home, while killing bad bacteria. This article will explain what it ...
Do you currently have an old, unreliable HVAC system in your home? If you’re considering replacing your heating and cooling system, the fall season is a fantastic time! This article wil ...
There are many HVAC equipment manufacturers across the globe, so when it’s time to choose a replacement system for your home or office, how do you pick? Well, it was an easy choice ...
As the temperature gets warmer, your air conditioning system has to start working harder. This is when unwanted AC repairs arise. As your system ages, sometimes these AC repairs are inevitable. How ...
Like any system in your home, your heating and cooling system might have some issues through the years. A water leak is one problem that can be worrisome if not addressed. While water leaks v ...
Just as a tune-up for your car can improve your gas mileage, a yearly tune-up of your heating and cooling system can improve efficiency and comfort. -EnergyStar Your heating and air system ru ...
On a crisp winter morning, our office regularly receives phone calls from concerned customers regarding their system not functioning correctly. After our staff hears the situation and explains th ...
When thinking about their heating and cooling systems, people often forget a very important part - their ductwork! Whether hidden in your crawlspace or up in the attic, it is essential to you ...
If you recently had R-22, also known as Freon, added to your heating and air conditioning system, you probably noticed the high price. No matter where you live or what company you call, expec ...
Are you struggling to decide if it’s time to replace your old HVAC system? You’re probably not alone. It can be agonizing and time-consuming to decide if it makes more sense to contin ...
When it comes to purchasing a new heating and air system, you have choices to make. There are different manufacturers, types of systems and efficiency ratings, for example. One fac ...
Chances are, if your heating and air conditioning system is more than a few years old, you’re familiar with the jolting, disruptive sound that it produces when it starts. Unfortunately, that is ...
If you have never walked outside in the middle of summer and found a block of ice on top of your air conditioning system, the idea of that ever happening might sound impossible. In fact, it is not unc ...
The use of ductless HVAC systems is becoming more prevalent in Wilmington, North Carolina, and the surrounding areas. As the name implies, ductless HVAC systems are cooling and heating systems that do ...
Whether saving more money is a constant focus or just a New Year’s resolution, an effective means to achieve your goal is to reduce your energy bills. Considering that heating and cooling system ...
It’s that wonderful time of year again – time for spring cleaning! Be sure that you don’t forget your heating and cooling system, which is one of the most important systems in your h ...
If one of your goals for 2016 is to save money, then lowering your energy bills could really help. A good place to start is by improving the efficiency of your heating and cooling system, which likely ...
The subject of whether to repair or replace an aging appliance or an older system has fueled a lot of debate in many households. As with any topic that is worthy of discussion, there are valid points ...
Even in an area such as Wilmington that has a comfortable, temperate climate, it’s necessary to have a heat source during the winter months. By far the most popular method that clients of O&rsqu ...
By harnessing the free natural energy that is trapped beneath the earth, geothermal systems provide homeowners with significant savings every month. Considering the fact that the life span of a geothe ...
Think it’s time for a new heating and air conditioning system? There are many choices that you'll need to make when the time comes to replace your system. Having a contractor such as O&rsquo ...
At O’Brien Service Company, we know that it can be stressful to be faced with the purchase of a new heating and air conditioning system (HVAC). Since customer service is our top priority, we try ...
One of the questions that we hear on a consistent basis is about how often homeowners should change the air filter to their heating and air conditioning systems. Whether it’s a forgotten item on ...
Carolina, area home are cranking up the air conditioning and bracing ourselves for the higher energy bills that inevitably follow. Summer doesn’t have to break the bank, however. Luckily the fol ...
When the time comes to purchase a new heating and air system, one of the most important factors to consider is the size of the system. Not having the right system in place to fit the specifications of ...
If you think your AC system needs repair, the professionals at O’Brien Service Company will be happy to help you get it up and running again. However, some problems have a quick and easy solutio ...
Saying goodbye to your heating and air system isn’t easy, but sometimes it’s for the best. In this WILMA Insights, I’ll go over several of the signs that you many need to consider ...
The past several years there has been a push for systems and appliances to be more and more energy efficient, so how can you heat and cool your home more efficiently? An excellent answer is to choose ...
An air conditioner is an important part of your home, but it’s not uncommon to not know much about it. You set the thermostat to the temperature you like, and don’t think much more about i ...
It’s that wonderful time of year again, time for spring cleaning! Be sure not to forget one of the most important systems in your home, your heating and cooling system. After your co ...
Is your heating and air system on its last legs? If you’re considering replacing your current heating and cooling system, make sure you have a quality company provide you an estimate. There are ...
Heating and cooling systems can seem complicated when you are not familiar with them. There are many terms affiliated with these systems that can be hard to understand. One term that you should learn ...
Whether your heating and air system was installed last year or 10 years ago, it will benefit from having an annual maintenance inspection. Your heating and cooling system is running almost every day o ...
The first thing that most people want to know when considering the purchase of a new heating or air system is the price. We don’t blame them for asking. A new heating and air system is a major p ...
During the cold winter months, it’s important to make sure your heating system is working properly. If it’s not or you’re not sure, give O’Brien a call. There are many ...
During the winter months, you want to make sure that you have a reliable heating system for your home, but how do you know which system is best for it? At O’Brien Service Company, we offer ...
It is important to have your heating system working properly during the cold winter months, for obvious reasons. There are many problems that could cause a gas furnace to have issues, and O’Brie ...
Dirty sock syndrome is not something that you want in your home; even the name is unpleasant. Unfortunately, it does occur, and the root cause has yet to be pinpointed. Dirty sock synd ...
At O’Brien Service Company, we know that when the heat quits working on a cold winter day, you don’t want to wait very long. While we will try and get to your home as soon as we can, here ...
A zone control system uses a programmable thermostat that can heat or cool different areas of your home to different temperatures. In your home, you probably use certain rooms more than others, or may ...
Keeping your home cool during the summer months and warm during the winter months is essential for staying comfortable, and having a ductless split system can help you achieve that. Many people have q ...
Here at O’Brien Service Company, we are one of the few authorized Aeroseal dealers in the region. Aeroseal is one of the many ways that O’Brien can make your home more comfortable and ener ...
If you may step outside today, the last thing you may think of is getting winter maintenance for your heating system; in reality, it should be something you get taken care of now. If you were in the W ...
Consequences of relative humidity rising over 60 percent and above are the air feeling stale, your hair getting frizzy, and feeling hotter than it really is. That’s because more humidity in the ...
The past several years there has been a push to, “Go Green,” and to be more energy efficient. So how can you heat and cool your house this way? The best answer is to choose a geothermal sy ...
When it comes to purchasing a new HVAC system, there are many different terms and numbers that can make it difficult to compare your options, especially if you don’t understand what the terms me ...
Think you may need an air conditioner repair in Wilmington? Then look no further than O’Brien Service Company! We’d love to help you with any issues your system might be having, alth ...
As heating and air systems become more energy efficient, so does the equipment that works with them, including programmable thermostats. If you’re looking for ways to cut costs, upgrading to a p ...
It is starting to heat up. Is your cooling system ready for the warm seasons ahead? There are several ways to help make sure you are getting the most efficiency out of your cooling system. A few simpl ...
City Club, Event Center On The Market For $7.5 Million
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Wilmington Tech Company Tapped For Federal Forestry Contract
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Commercial Real Estate Firm Promotes Adams, Mitchell To Vice President Roles
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New Hanover Industrial Park To Get $3.3M In Incentives For Expansion, New Jobs
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Gravette Named Executive Director Of Nir Family YMCA
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Michelle Penczak, who lives in Pender County, built her own solution with Squared Away, her company that now employs over 400 virtual assist...
With millions in committed funding from New Hanover County and the New Hanover Community Endowment, along with a land donation from the city...
Baristas are incorporating craft cocktail techniques into show-stopping coffee drinks, and bartenders are mixing espresso and coffee liqueur...
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