Facebook

HVAC Blog

Home > HVAC Blog

Learn the Basics of Heat Recovery VentilatorsThoroughly insulating your home is a double-edged sword. As it helps you retain heat, it also retains moisture. As a result, you may encounter moisture-related problems such as structural damage and mold growth. A ventilation system such as a heat recovery ventilator (HRV) can help you avoid these issues. Here's how it works and how it could benefit your home.

Read More »

New Haven , Fort Wayne , indiana , HVAC , ERV , HRV , heat recovery ventilator , energy recovery ventilator , what is a heat recovery ventilator , benefits

Understanding the Difference Between an ERV and HRVIf you're serious about ventilating your Fort Wayne area home, you'll probably want to consider a balanced ventilation system. These systems – either a Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) or an Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV) – aggressively exchange stale indoor air with fresh outdoor air. While doing so, they also exchange heat energy in the two parallel airstreams to minimize the amount of conditioned air that gets exhausted from the home. So what's the difference between an ERV and HRV?

Read More »

New Haven , indiana , dehumidification , home comfort , cooling system , ventilation , ERV , HRV

Balanced Home Ventilation: Choosing Between HRVs & ERVsBalanced home ventilation won't happen by itself. Most houses today are tightly sealed to minimize air exchange with the outdoors and maximize energy efficiency. Simply installing spot exhaust fans or opening a window here and there doesn’t get the job done. For optimum cooling and heating performance and efficiency, interior living spaces should always be in a state of neutral air balance. A heat recovery ventilation (HRV) system, or its close cousin the energy recovery ventilator (ERV), ensures balanced home ventilation and preserves indoor temperatures and air quality. Let's look at how these two systems are similar and different.

Read More »

New Haven , Fort Wayne , indoor air quality , indoor humidity , indiana , home comfort , ventilation , ERV , HRV

Satisfied Clients

Our Number One Goal

Flurish


★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Luckily I have only had to use them twice in the last 15 years or so but their service techs are always super friendly, the people that answer the phone are always friendly, great culture."

James K.
(Google Review)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Great service as always. Thorough Furnace checkup. We are set for the 2nd winter we are having. Thank you."

Eric G.
(Google Review)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"22 years ago Hartman's installed our furnace/AC. When the unit recently started having serious issues Hartman's tried to repair the unit, spending a few hours but the aging unit had given all it could and wouldn't stay fired after the flame sense was cleaned and the rest of the unit examined. That tech, who's name I have unfortunately lost - possibly Jim, thoroughly explained everything during his inspection so I could relay the information to my husband. After I discussed financing options with Hartman's for the replacement Rick Hartman cared for every detail and made the transition seamless. Our issue began on 3/10 and the replacement unit was installed on 3/14; a needed part was driven overnight to meet the installation date. Kevin and Jason from the install crew were very knowledgeable, professional and quickly fabricated a 3 in metal base for a perfect fit. This crew comes prepared! Josh set the unit air force specs 4 times until we found my personal preference. Roger Hartman came out during installation to give us our paperwork and check with the install crew. The installation was completed in 7 hrs and the crew never took a break! I would hire Hartman's any day for a red carpet customer service satisfaction experience with a company that has a great reputation, a friendly and professional crew with many years of accumulated experience, all the employees clearly work well together and have excellent knowledge and workmanship and work ethics. I highly recommend Hartman's, you won't be disappointed. They not only arrived on time but we're actually a little early! "

Christine B.
(Google Review)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"On time and did a thorough cleaning and testing of my heating system. Very knowledgeable and explained everything regarding my thermostat. Friendly and professional looking forward to seeing him on our winter maintenance. "

Joe D.
(Google Review)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Brian showed me what was wrong with my air conditioning unit and explained everything so I could understand. He spoke to Vicki at the office regarding a needed part that would have to be ordered. They could have slapped a generic part on, but it would have only been a short-term fix. Instead of taking the easy way out, they are getting the part made for my unit so it will stay fixed, and they are coming back to finish the job as soon as they have the part. Hartman Brothers is ethical, knowledgeable, friendly, and they do the job right! I highly recommend them!"

Kris De
(Google Review)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Excellent job!! He explained everything."

Terry F.
(Google Review)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"Everything was competed as expected and my satisfaction. The service representative could have even arrived earlier than scheduled if I could have accommodated the time"

Donald M.
(Google Review)

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

"He was very professional and thorough And did a great job."

Jenny P.
(Google Review)

Contact Us

Call Today to Schedule with Us