Heating & Cooling Warning Signs

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Letting a repair go undone is a surefire way to need to replace your whole unit. To catch and address a problem early, keep an eye on your system for these warning signs that a heating repair is necessary:

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HVAC Maintenance Heading into the Fall

Why Fall HVAC Maintenance in Boise Has to Account for Smoke Season, Not Just Cold Weather Most fall HVAC advice reads the same way everywhere: change your filter, schedule a furnace tune-up, check your thermostat. That advice isn’t wrong, but it misses something specific to the Treasure Valley. By the

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Keep Your Home Cool with Potential Money Savings

The Pre-Cooling Trick Boise Homeowners Are Missing This Summer Most summer HVAC advice covers the same ground: change your filter, schedule a tune-up, keep your outdoor unit clear of debris. That advice is solid, but it misses a strategy that has nothing to do with your equipment and everything to

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How Often Should You Replace Your Door Weatherstripping?

Your Guide to Stopping Drafts, Lowering Energy Bills, and Improving Indoor Air Quality At Gem Heating & Air Conditioning, we spend a lot of time talking with Boise-area homeowners about furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, thermostats, ductwork, insulation, and indoor air quality. But there is one relatively small part of

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10/10! Gem is a local HVAC company with honest business practices. Gem Heating stood out from the start. I talked to the owner, James, to schedule a diagnostic visit for our aging A/C that was acting up. He came the same day, and was friendly, knowledgeable, and thorough. I didn't expect him to be willing to work with our old A/C unit, but he gave us multiple solutions that covered a range of costs. James did a great job educating my husband about our system, and explaining what was going on and how each solution would work. Once we made our decision, he had our A/C up and running within an hour. Gem Heating stands out as an HVAC company that is personable, thorough, and trustworthy. Highly recommend!!
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James came out very quickly for an urgent AC matter in hot summer weather. We so appreciate his professionalism and conversation about our system. He was willing to talk us through his estimate and hear our thoughts and concerns. He ended up going above and beyond. We highly recommend Gem Heating! And we love that they are truly locally owned and ran, not some big corporation that pretends to be local.
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Great HVAC company! Got my nampa house AC up and running in no time. Thanks James.
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James did a great job. He was out at our house within 2 hours of my calling in for services. Not ont did he fully explain what was wrong with our unit but showed me all the system test results. He was very professional and respectful. I would not hesitate to recommend his services to others who need good HVAC services!!
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We recently had an issue with our A/C Cooling Properly. I contacted Gem State Heating and Air Conditioning to schedule an appointment. James visited our residence and immedietely identified the issue that was causing our A/C unit to improperly cool down. Within a short time we were able to cool down our home; which is critical during the summer months. I highly recommend Gem Heating and Air Conditioning for HVAC Services.
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James came and diagnosed our water heater issue and had us fixed up in a day. Customer service and communication was above and beyond. Pricing was fair but the personal small business touch was worth every penny. He even painted and primed the wall behind the water heater which wasn’t even in the original bid. If you need anything to do with heating and air, plumbing, etc. these are the guys to call! They’re the only ones allowed to touch our mechanical now!
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These guys are personable and humble. They do exactly what they say they will do, and will not screw you over like the other HVAC companies in the valley. Other companies just want to sell you new units even though all you might need are repairs. Not this team. This team will take care of you and I trust them wholeheartedly. If I did HVAC, I'd proudly work for someone like James. 🔥
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My mini split decided it wasn’t going to blow anymore cold air due to a leak. Called Gem and they came out the same day to get me hooked up. He quickly found the issue and took care of it. Now it’s blowing nice and cold. Highly recommend Gem Heating & Air for their professional and fast service.
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James was everything you want in home maintenance and repair. Kind, thorough, great communicator, and got the job done in one visit! We’re happy to be continuing our business with Gem!
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Very professional, got the AC up and running again within an hour, cleaned out the unit itself and was very kind all the way around. Would absolutely hire them again!
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We're Here For the Long Haul

Gem Heating & Air Conditioning is your heating & cooling leader in Boise, Idaho when it comes to customer care. Whether it’s a one-time repair, or a full HVAC system install, we have the best warranty and guarantee in the industry. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Usually we can come out and assess your heating and cooling issue within 24 hours, if not sooner. Gem Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to offer 24/7 service for emergencies that may leave your home without heat or air conditioning. Call us today to schedule an in-home assessment of your HVAC. Call 208-912-6304

This all depends on the purpose of the service call. If we’re doing a general HVAC maintenance visit, this takes normally 45 minutes to 1.5 hours depending on the condition of your system. If we end up finding an issue that warrants a repair or replacement of a part, we can sometimes perform the repair on the same visit, or schedule another appointment once the part on order is available. 

If after doing an inspection of your furnace we find that it cannot be repaired and an HVAC system replacement is needed, we will explain next steps including multiple different options based on price, efficiency, etc. 

This all depends on the type of HVAC system you have and the actual issue. Repairs can range from $150+, but it’s hard to provide a specific price point as this can widely vary based on the actual issue of your heating and cooling issue.

Yes – There are obvious signs and symptoms that will help us recommend an HVAC system replacement. Often times, it comes down to a needed repair to a very old unit, where it doesn’t make sense for most customers to invest thousands of dollars on a repair, when a new unit would end up being more efficient in a few years time. 

With that said, we always let our customer make the final call based on our findings which we will review in detail with you every single time. 

New HVAC systems can vary in price, and we’ll always provide our customers with multiple pricing options to choose from. These options will vary based on price, efficiency levels, technology, rebate and warranty among other factors as well. 

Gem Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to offer water heater repair services in Boise, Idaho and all surrounding areas. Whether you need a new water heater installed, or need your current water heater serviced, we have been serving our customers with water heater services backed by 20 years of experience. 

Water heaters should be maintained every 4-6 years to achieve maximum efficiency and life expectancy. During a water heater service appointment, we will flush your tank to clear any residue, as well as inspect your components to ensure the water heater is running properly.

We are small family-owned HVAC business ran by a husband and wife team. Owner and master technician James Barrett brings over 20 years of industry experience, serving thousands of clients in Idaho. 

We like to coin the phrase “service like it use to be” which means that working with us will be like working with a small and dedicated team. 

Many of our larger competitors have either sold to larger conglomerates, or are corporate-driven. We pride ourselves on offering real solutions without the inflated costs that come with larger HVAC companies in Boise, Idaho.

Yes you can. We do not require our customers to purchase their HVAC unit or components directly through Gem Heating & Air Conditioning. With that said, it is always wise to have us assess your heating and cooling issue first prior to you purchasing new equipment, as customers and often mistaken one issue for another which causes unneeded expenses for a simple fix. 

When you decide to purchase an HVAC system through Gem Heating & Air Conditioning, not only will you be backed by our warranty, but we will only recommend the top brands and models that also provide a parts warranty aside from what we honor with our installations. 

We sure do! Although we’re headquartered in Boise, Idaho, we help customers with HVAC issues from as far as Mountain Home, Idaho to Marsing. To view a list of all cities and towns we service, check out our service areas

We are proud to provide HVAC services to both residential and commercial clients all across the Treasure Valley. With over 20 years of industry experience, we’ve served customers of all sizes. Whether you’re a homeowner needing some heating and cooling repairs, or a business with a commercial space that needs a new HVAC system installed, we can handle any job big or small.