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Why Surge Protection is So Important
June 7, 2021 | Air Conditioning
If you’ve ever seen the damage from a power outage, you know that a power surge can be a devastating event. Normally, your home receives 120 volts of alternating current. While this fluctuates between zero and 169 volts, anything above that can cause serious damage to your electrical system and anything connected to it. Power […]
Choosing the Right Generator for Your Home
June 4, 2021 | Air Conditioning
Turning mechanical energy into electrical energy, a generator is a versatile machine. It can supply power to appliances, lights, and electronics during any kind of outage. But picking just any generator won’t do you much good. They come in different types, sizes, and with other specifications. Here is a guide to help you choose the […]
Saving Money with a Zone Control System
May 24, 2021 | Air Conditioning
Most people have a standard HVAC system designed to heat and cool their entire home at once. There’s one thermostat to control the temperature in all rooms. While this may seem convenient, it is highly inefficient in terms of energy consumed and cost. Zone control, an alternative to this one-size fits all approach, reduces inefficiencies […]
Possible Reasons Your AC Is So Noisy
May 6, 2021 | Air Conditioning
Modern high-efficiency AC units use quiet two-stage compressors and sound dampening to keep noise levels down. That means when you start to hear loud noises, something is wrong. Remedies range from maintenance (like air duct cleaning) and tune-ups to expensive repair jobs, to complete replacement and new AC installation. These are some of the most […]
Get Your HVAC Ready for Spring
March 18, 2021 | Air Conditioning
The spring season is the perfect time for an HVAC cleaning, as winter can be unforgiving on HVAC equipment. You know you’re going to need air conditioning as the weather warms up. It’s a good idea to make sure your AC is ready, so it is efficient and less likely to break down. These tips […]
What’s the Difference Between R22 and R410a?
June 12, 2020 | Air Conditioning
The HVAC industry is in the throes of a sea of change, and it impacts your wallet and your comfort. The United States has committed to curbing the emission of greenhouse gases. One of the major offenders of greenhouse gases is the production and use of the refrigerant R22. On January 1, 2020, the production […]
Better Than Ever: 4 HVAC Advancements You Should Know About
May 7, 2020 | Air ConditioningHeating
Technology can work wonders. It has given us smartphones, self-parking cars, and 3D printers. If you think the HVAC system has been left behind in the progression of convenience and efficiency, you’d be sorely mistaken. Today’s central heating and cooling systems are far superior to those of the past. Modern advancements have led to improved […]
Why AC Sizing Matters
August 7, 2015 | Air Conditioning
Don’t Fall into the Trap of Buying an Oversized Unit: Beware of Cut-Rate Contractors Pushing One Particular Model!Homeowners tend to keep their air conditioning units for a long time. Yet, if saving money is your goal, it could pay to weight the operating costs of your aging, less-efficient unit against the savings of upgrading to […]
How Does Routine Maintenance Prevent Future Air Conditioner Repairs?
June 13, 2014 | Air Conditioning
A lot of people think of Air Conditioning maintenance is the same as Air Conditioning repairs, and indeed most companies that offer air conditioning repair also offer maintenance. But there are a few subtle differences. Maintenance appointments are designed to minimize the risks of more serious repairs later on down the line, as well as […]
Reasons You Need to Regularly Change Your AC’s Air Filter
May 30, 2014 | Air Conditioning
Every air conditioner has an air filter, whether it be a standard replaceable model or an elaborate system outfitted with UV lights and the like. Its purpose is simple: to collect dust, hair, and similar bits of debris before they enter your system. Most air filters are designed to be replaceable, meaning that you should switch […]
