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From the Foley's blog
The Ultimate Year-Round HVAC Guide for Sioux Falls Homeowners
A month-by-month playbook for keeping your heating, cooling, and air quality systems running efficiently — and your home comfortable — through every South Dakota season.
Gas vs. Electric Furnace: Which Is Right for Your Sioux Falls Home?
A side-by-side, no-nonsense comparison of gas and electric furnaces for South Dakota homes — cost, comfort, safety, and the long-term math.
Air Conditioning Systems Explained: Choosing the Right Setup for Your Sioux Falls Home
Central AC, heat pumps, ductless mini-splits, hybrid systems — a plain-English breakdown of every air conditioning option and how to choose the right one.
Beat the Heat: A Comprehensive Guide to Cooling Your Sioux Falls Home Efficiently
Sioux Falls summers swing from mild to brutal. Here's how to cool your home efficiently, lower your bills, and keep your AC running reliably from May through September.
The Complete Guide to Furnace Maintenance: A Sioux Falls Homeowner's Handbook
Everything Sioux Falls homeowners need to know about furnace maintenance — from monthly tasks you can do yourself to the professional service that prevents winter breakdowns.
Understanding SEER Ratings: A Guide for Homeowners
What SEER actually means, why it matters, and how to use it to make a smarter, more cost-effective cooling-system decision.
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Sioux Falls weather, alerts & HVAC intel
Real-time data and rotating tips to help you stay comfortable, safe, and efficient — updated every visit.
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Pro tip #8
"Brush snow off your high-efficiency furnace's PVC intake/exhaust after every storm — blocked vents = no heat."
What's changing in heating & cooling
- U.S. Department of EnergyApr 18, 2026
DOE finalizes new minimum efficiency standards for residential furnaces
New rules raise the minimum AFUE for non-weatherized gas furnaces. Most older 80% furnaces will need to be replaced with 95%+ condensing models at end of life.
- ACHR NewsMar 2, 2026
R-454B replaces R-410A as the new standard refrigerant
The HVAC industry has officially transitioned to A2L refrigerants. New systems installed in 2026+ use R-454B or R-32 — older R-410A equipment is still serviceable but refrigerant prices are rising fast.
- ENERGY STARFeb 10, 2026
Inflation Reduction Act heat pump rebates extended through 2032
South Dakota homeowners may qualify for up to $8,000 in rebates on qualifying cold-climate heat pumps, plus 30% federal tax credits.
- NEEPJan 22, 2026
Cold-climate heat pumps now rated for -15°F continuous operation
Latest ccASHP listings show several models maintaining full capacity below 0°F — making them viable as primary heat for Upper Midwest homes when paired with backup.
- EPADec 15, 2025
EPA tightens PM2.5 standards — indoor filtration matters more than ever
Revised National Ambient Air Quality Standards lower the annual PM2.5 limit. A MERV 13 filter plus a stand-alone HEPA reduces indoor PM2.5 by 50–80%.