Miscellaneous Articles

Thermostat Settings: On vs. Auto

June 16, 2025
Thermostat Settings: On vs. Auto Photo of a digital thermostat mounted on a wall with a blue light.

We all know the difference between the heating and cooling settings on a thermostat.

But what’s the difference between the On or Auto switch? How does this setting impact the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system in your Salisbury home?

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Thermostat 101 Basics

May 30, 2025
Thermostat 101 Basics. European girl choosing temperature on thermostat of smart home system while her black boyfriend looking at her. Concept of modern technologies in domestic lifestyle. Interior of kitchen.

You can trust our team at Stout Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. to always add value and comfort to your North Carolina home or business throughout the year. We offer practical solutions designed to extend the service life and operating efficiency of your HVAC system—including your thermostat.

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Zone Your Way to Comfort

June 28, 2024
Zone Your Way to Comfort. Person using home automation to control lighting, heating, air conditioning ... etc in modern apartment with fireplace, large windows with blinds, wooden floor and concrete ceiling.

Zone controls are a series of dampers retrofitted in your ductwork, coupled with thermostats. They block or permit air from entering customized zones throughout your home. Zoning allows you to control different temperatures in different parts of your home.

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Why Do I Need a Humidifier?

October 31, 2023
Why Do I Need a Humidifier? Woman sitting on couch with eyes closed.

Winter is right around the corner and with it comes freezing temperatures, frequent illness, and dry indoor air. If you struggle with discomfort during the winter in your Rockwell home, you may benefit from investing in a humidification system. 

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Why Is Remodeling My Home in the Fall or Winter a Better Time?

October 16, 2023
Why Is Remodeling My Home in the Fall or Winter a Better Time? Female couple choosing swatch colors.

When you come out of winter’s hibernation, you are ready for a change. Warmer weather prompts many a project. You may begin a plan to get healthy, so you adopt new eating habits and exercise. Or maybe you decide to change up your nest. 

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Video – 5 Questions to Ask Your HVAC Contractor

August 31, 2023
Video - 5 Questions to Ask Your HVAC Contractor. Three question marks in chat boxes.

Your heating and cooling system is one of the most significant investments you’ll make in your home. Be sure to do some research before you buy anything to get the most value for your money. And make sure you are working with a company you can trust to do the job right.

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5 Questions to Ask Your HVAC Contractor

September 14, 2022
5 Questions to Ask Your HVAC Contractor. A female industrial service engineer has just conducted a safety check of a control panel in a boiler room. She is wearing hi vis

Stout Heating & Air Conditioning encourages an open dialogue to help us deliver the best possible comfort solution for your home. 

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