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No Ductwork in Your Older Marietta Home? What Ductless Mini-Splits Can Actually Do
Home Blog No Ductwork in Your Older Marietta Home? What Ductless Mi… Go No Ductwork in Your Older Marietta Home? What Ductless Mini-Splits Can Actually Do You have a finished attic, a bonus room over the garage, or an addition that often sits 10 to 15 degrees off the rest of the house, and the […]
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What SEER Actually Measures and How Much Efficiency Your Marietta Home Needs
Home Blog What SEER Actually Measures and How Much Efficiency Your M… Go What SEER Actually Measures and How Much Efficiency Your Marietta Home Needs You have two AC replacement quotes sitting in front of you. One recommends a 14.3 SEER2 system, the other says 18 SEER2, and the salesperson says going even higher will […]
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Replacing an AC System in an Older East Cobb Home: What Homeowners Need to Know
Learn how aging ductwork, home renovations, and improper sizing can affect AC replacement. Discover what to check before installing a new system for better comfort.
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Why Is My AC Running But Not Cooling? (A Marietta Homeowner's Guide)
Is your AC running but not cooling your home? Learn the most common causes, simple troubleshooting steps, and when to schedule professional AC repair in Marietta.
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How Much Does AC Repair Cost in Marietta? (Diagnostic Fee Explained)
What drives AC repair cost in Marietta, what an HVAC diagnostic fee covers, and when repair still beats replacement. Contractor insights from Innovative Mechanical.
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How to Choose an HVAC Contractor in Marietta
Looking for a trusted HVAC contractor in Marietta? Learn what to look for, important questions to ask, and how to choose the right company for reliable heating and cooling services.
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What Do I Do When My AC Dies Mid-Heatwave?
Find out what to do if your air conditioner stops working during a Georgia heatwave. Learn safe troubleshooting steps and when to schedule emergency AC repair in Marietta.
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How Often Should I Service My AC in Georgia's Heat?
Learn how often your air conditioner should be serviced in Georgia’s hot climate, why regular maintenance matters, and how Innovative Mechanical helps keep your AC running efficiently.
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Chad Ferguson
Chad Ferguson has worked in HVAC since 1999, serving Marietta and the North Atlanta suburbs since he founded Innovative Mechanical in 2015.
- Owner and founder, Innovative Mechanical
- Family-owned, licensed Georgia HVAC contractor
- EPA-608 certified
- Trane dealer
