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Family Owned & Operated
in Amarillo, TX
HVAC is not something new to Blake Bralley, but has actually been a part of a family business for almost 40 years. Bob Bralley, Blake’s father, worked for Gresham Company and bought the entity in 1998. Blake grew up working for his father as a teenager, learning basic skills at a young age. Blake and Marit Bralley worked hard and spent years building a home remodeling company, having pride in every job they finished. When Blake was offered to apprentice under Bob Bralley, they decided it would be a great endeavor to continue the family business. Blake and Marit then started Bralley Works Heating and Air Conditioning. Thus, Blake working with Bob, father and son have been able to run a family owned and operated HVAC company they are confident in. This family is founded on principles that honesty and integrity are key components to operate a successful business. Dependability, professionalism, and reasonable cost for work done right the first time are priorities to Bralley Works Heating and Air Conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we work with a local bank to ensure that when an emergency happens, you are able to keep your family safe and sound during the harsh
seasons.
We understand that you want your system to last as many years as possible. Frequently changing air filters is very helpful. Servicing your HVAC system annually will increase the lifespan of your unit. By servicing your unit routinely, an HVAC specialist can ensure your unit is functioning by replacing any damaged parts and that your freon is fully charged for the upcoming season.
A HVAC unit should last around 15 years, but efficiency degrades over time, and your energy bill goes up the older your unit is. We have seen units over 30 years old still running, but the energy bill was quite high. We always try to help you keep your HVAC system lasting as long as possible, but sometimes replacing a unit is cheaper than keeping a unit that is using more energy as well as has more expensive parts to replace. Technology within the heating and air conditioning realm has only been increasing in efficiency. Therefore, we suggest sometimes that the best choice is to update your system.
We recommend 1-3 months. This number depends on a variety of factors: how many pets do you have, how old are your windows and doors, and other contaminants that are present in your home. Check your filter frequently to determine if it’s dirty. If it is, then you should change it. We never recommend going over three months before changing air filters. The more often air filters are changed, the more you are able to increase the lifespan on your unit.
Yes! We understand your HVAC systems don’t just break down on weekdays. We are available 7 days a week!
A heat pump is an environmentally friendly and efficient way to cool and heat your home. The heat pump is installed outside your home, using electricity to transfer heat into your home during cold weather, and pull heat from inside your home during warmer seasons. This transfer of heat is all done by refrigerant and does not burn fossil fuels like traditional furnaces.
A mini-split is a ductless compact heating and air-conditioning system. Some homes don’t have enough space for required duct work on conventional systems or are lacking in room to put a furnace in the home/attic. Mini-splits are also used to supplement rooms that do not get cold or hot enough in your home. We recommend a licensed HVAC professional to install mini-splits because they have the proper tools and equipment to safely install systems up to city code.
This question depends on many factors: How old is your home, thickness of walls, r-value of insulation, attic space, the amount of windows and doors in your home, and a lot of other variables! A system that is too small will run constantly, running up your energy bill. Choosing a system too large can result in a home that’s too humid which brings on moisture and mold. Only a qualified HVAC technician can calculate and determine what size unit is best for your home.
We are able to service both commercial and residential properties.
This isn’t a simple question, but there could actually be many reasons involved. A prominent culprit is that your system is low on freon. This is often due to a leak in your system which is caused by usage over the years, creating pinholes in your system that slowly…or quickly lose freon. Only an HVAC specialist is able to come and find the leaks to repair, as well as properly charge your system to the correct pressure needed. Another common cause is due to a dirty evaporator coil, which then slows the airflow into the home, ultimately leading to the system freezing up. A HVAC specialist is able to assess any damages and properly clean the coil.
Manufacturers no longer make HVAC systems utlizing R-22 freon. R-22 freon is no longer allowed in new equipment due to environmental regulations. Since many existing air conditioning units still use it, R-22 is still produced, but is being phased out. This means that as time goes on, it will become more expensive to repair and harder to find parts for your unit.