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Assessing Your Home Ductwork for Leaks Before Turning on the Furnace
Why we look for 30% heat loss by assessing your home ductwork for leaks before turning on the furnace. See what unsealed seams cost and decide with confidence.
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Why We Never Recommend Skipping the Annual Backflow Test for Commercial Properties
See why we never recommend skipping the annual backflow test for commercial properties. Understand Poplar Bluff municipal risks and schedule service today.
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Diagnosing a Furnace That Clicks But Wont Ignite on the First Chilly Morning
Diagnosing a furnace that clicks but wont ignite on the first chilly morning? See what we found inside common fall startup failures and when to call a pro.
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How to Identify a Failing Blower Motor Before It Leaves You in the Cold
Why we check for squealing HVAC sounds in fall. Learn how to identify a failing blower motor before it leaves you in the cold. Get clear answers today.
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Comparing Heat Pump vs. Gas Furnace Replacements for Rural Missouri Properties
Tired of winter propane deliveries? Compare heat pump vs. gas furnace replacements for rural Missouri properties. Decide with confidence before winter hits.
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Why We Check Gas Pressure During Every Fall Furnace Startup
Why we check gas pressure during every fall furnace startup: improper manifold pressure causes soot buildup. See what a safe heating evaluation truly requires.
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The Impact of Fall Leaves on Your Outdoor Heat Pump Unit
What we found inside a frozen system reveals the impact of fall leaves on your outdoor heat pump unit. Decide with confidence when to call a pro this season.
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Planning a Standby Generator Installation for Your Small Business
Planning a standby generator installation for your small business? See why we prioritize critical loads over square footage for reliable backup power.
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Why Your Thermostat Reads 72 But Feels Like 68 in Early Autumn
Wondering why your thermostat reads 72 but feels like 68 in early autumn? What we found inside chilly homes is radiant heat loss. See how to adjust it.
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Addressing Hard Water Damage in Commercial Plumbing Systems
See why addressing hard water damage in commercial plumbing systems now prevents winter downtime. Protect your facility and schedule proactive descaling today.
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The Difference Between a Furnace Tune-Up and a Safety Inspection
Why we test gas pressures before winter hits. See the difference between a furnace tune-up and a safety inspection to protect your home this fall.
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Why We Perform Commercial Duct Cleaning After Hours
Why we mandate zero-downtime maintenance on facility HVAC systems. See why we perform commercial duct cleaning after hours to protect Poplar Bluff operations.
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Decoding the ROI of High-Efficiency Furnaces for Poplar Bluff Winters
Deciding between an 80% and 95% AFUE heating system this fall? We're decoding the ROI of high-efficiency furnaces so you can decide with confidence.
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How We Handle Heating Failures When Elderly Family Members are in the Home
Why we prioritize dispatch in fall cold snaps. See how we handle heating failures when elderly family members are in the home to ensure their safety.
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Evaluating Attic Insulation Upgrades Before the First Frost
Stop winter drafts by evaluating attic insulation upgrades before the first frost. Compare fiberglass vs. cellulose and decide with confidence for your home.
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Why Your Heat Pump Might Blow Cool Air During Its First Fall Defrost Cycle
Panicking over a cold draft? Get clear answers on why your heat pump might blow cool air during its first fall defrost cycle and when to call a pro.
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The Reality of Retrofitting Custom Ductwork in Historic Bluff City Homes
Get clear answers on the reality of retrofitting custom ductwork in historic Bluff City homes. Hide modern heating without ruining original plaster.
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How Humidity Control Changes When You Switch from AC to Heating
Why we focus on how humidity control changes when you switch from AC to heating: the shift stops dehumidification. See how to prep your home today.
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What to Expect When Upgrading Your Commercial Plumbing Backflow Preventer
Why we focus on logistics when upgrading your commercial plumbing backflow preventer. See our approach to managing water shutoffs and facility downtime.
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Fixing Uneven Heating in Two-Story Homes Before the Real Cold Hits
Freezing downstairs but sweating upstairs? See why fixing uneven heating in two-story homes before the real cold hits requires custom ductwork dampers.
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Why We Recommend Geothermal Upgrades During the Mild September Shoulder Season
Why we recommend geothermal upgrades during the mild September shoulder season: See how timing your installation minimizes indoor discomfort before winter hits.
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Comparing Standard Filters vs. HEPA Systems for Southeast Missouri Allergy Seasons
Comparing Standard Filters vs. HEPA Systems for Southeast Missouri Allergy Seasons? See why dense filters might restrict HVAC airflow and compare your options.
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Furnace Startup Smells: What is Normal Dust and What is a Warning Sign
Smell a burning odor? See how we handle Furnace Startup Smells: What is Normal Dust and What is a Warning Sign before you shut down your system.
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Scheduling Emergency Plumbing Repairs Without Disrupting Your Poplar Bluff Business
A mid-day leak threatens revenue. Scheduling emergency plumbing repairs without disrupting your Poplar Bluff business is possible. Decide with confidence.
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The Truth About Closing Vents in Unused Rooms During the Fall Transition
Think closing vents in unused rooms saves energy? It actually increases static pressure and risks blower motor failure. Why we advise against this fall habit.
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Why Late Summer is the Ideal Time to Install a Standby Generator
Wondering why late summer is the ideal time to install a standby generator? See what this multi-week project entails and decide with confidence before winter.
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How We Size AC Units Differently for Older Southeast Missouri Homes
Why we adjust load calculations on historic properties: see how we size AC units differently for older Southeast Missouri homes to cure late-summer heat.
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Navigating HVAC Financing When You Did Not Plan for an August AC Breakdown
Why we recommend exploring flexible options for navigating HVAC financing when you did not plan for an August AC breakdown. See how to restore cooling fast.
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The Hidden Costs of Delaying Air Duct Cleaning Until Fall
Why we clear summer humidity buildup early. Avoid The Hidden Costs of Delaying Air Duct Cleaning Until Fall. Schedule service to protect your home's air.
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Upgrading to a Ductless Mini-Split for That One Room That Never Stays Cool
See why we recommend upgrading to a ductless mini-split for that one room that never stays cool. Ditch the noisy window units before late summer ends.
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What Happens When Your Commercial AC Goes Down on a Friday Afternoon
Wondering what happens when your commercial AC goes down on a Friday afternoon? Decide with confidence and see how emergency dispatch protects your business.
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Deciding Whether to Repair or Replace a Failing AC in Late Summer
An August breakdown is stressful. Deciding whether to repair or replace a failing AC in late summer? Compare your options and decide with confidence today.
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Why Your AC Struggles During Poplar Bluff Late-August Humidity Spikes
Wondering why your AC struggles during Poplar Bluff late-August humidity spikes? Get clear answers on how to restore indoor comfort when your system runs 24/7.
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Are Heat Pumps a Good Fit for Southeast Missouri Homes?
Heat pumps come up in almost every replacement conversation now, and there is a lot of confusion about whether they make sense in our climate. Southeast Missouri is not Florida and
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Why Seasonal HVAC Maintenance Pays for Itself
Maintenance is the easiest thing to skip. The system is running, nothing sounds wrong, and a tune-up feels like paying for a problem you do not have. Then it fails on the hottest a
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How to Choose an HVAC Contractor in Poplar Bluff
Replacing a heating and cooling system is one of the larger purchases a homeowner makes, and it is one of the hardest to evaluate. You cannot see most of the work after it is finis
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70th Anniversary
At Buffington Brothers Heating & Cooling, we've been going for 70 years. Here's to the next 70!
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A Healthier Future Starts Indoors
Build a healthier future indoors with Buffington Brothers Heating & Cooling!
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Prepare for Winter with These 5 Ways to Winterize Your Home
Buffington Brothers Heating & Cooling shares five ways to winterize your home this cold season.
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Generators – Offering You Peace of Mind and Safety in a Power Outage
Buffington Brothers Heating & Cooling is here for all your backup generator needs.
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Snowpocolypse 2021
Fight the Snowpocolypse with Buffington Brothers Heating & Cooling to warm your home!
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70 years strong!
For over 70 years, Buffington Brothers Heating & Cooling has provided homes with professional HVAC, plumbing, and insulation services!
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Beat the summer heat with Buffington Brothers Heating & Cooling!
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Custom Ductwork
Have your ductwork custom-made with Buffington Brothers Heating & Cooling.
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Rely on Buffington Brothers Heating & Cooling for 24/7 emergency services!
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13 RTU’s in one day – Not bad!
We replaced 13 RTUs in one day!
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A heartfelt thanks to all our customers for 70 years of service!
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Plumbing service available!
For 70 years we have been your trusted HVAC company and now we can be your trusted Plumbing company as well! We are not new to plumbing, we have been doing commercial installs for years. But now we are offering Commercial AND Residential Plumbing services. So for all of your HVAC and Plumbing needs, contact […]
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Think COOL thoughts!
Keep COOL on these HOT summer days! If it isn’t winter-like in your house give us a call!
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National HVAC Tech Day 2022!
If you are nice and cool today, thank a HVAC technician! If you aren’t, you better call us! 😉
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Bring on 2023!
We are ready to make 2023 even better!
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Happy 4th!
We wish everyone a safe and happy Independence Day!
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Happy National Tradesman Day!
Happy National Tradesman Day!!! 🚽 🚚 🚧 🔨 National Tradesmen Day honors the men and women whose skills and hard work build America. We would like to take this opportunity to honor our Tradesmen and thank them for their career choice! For everyone out there who is still searching for their “career” and for all […]
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2023 Carrier President’s Award
We are honored to receive the Carrier President’s Award for the second year in a row!
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Trusted since 1951
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Custom Ductwork – No matter what size!
Comfort starts with the right fit. Our team builds custom HVAC ductwork in-house—tailored for your home or business. Bigger, smaller, or anywhere in between—our in-house custom ductwork is built to fit YOUR space.
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Bringing home the win!!!
Big wins for our team We were honored to receive these awards yesterday at the Koch Air Carrier Dealer Meeting. Recognition like this doesn’t happen without an incredible team and loyal customers—we’re grateful for both. Carrier 2026 President’s Award Carrier Koch Air 2025 Dealer of the Year
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