Smart home systems or older remote-controlled thermostats can be a bit tricky to control. Whether it’s because of interference, blockage, or different expectations for how the system should work, you may see a few performance issues that don’t quite add up. These troubleshooting tips can help you get around many of the more confusing parts of modern heating systems:
Irregular Weather Patterns And Insulation Problems
Heating and general air conditioning systems have encountered an old, but much more drastic and potentially expensive problem: maintaining comfortable temperatures during rapid weather changes. Read More»
Without proper maintenance, your heating and cooling system will not function in an efficient and effective manner. One key element you may be forgetting about during your regular maintenance is your system’s filters. These filters trap dirt and dust, reducing the flow of these allergens into the air. If the filters are clogged, your system will struggle to work, increasing energy usage. Changing the filters every 3 months is recommended, but if you have pets in the home or a family member has allergies, you may need to change the filter each month. Read More»
When you think of central air conditioning, you are probably only thinking of comfort in hot weather. However, air conditioning of this sort provides certain benefits over other types of air conditioning. Here is just a sample of those benefits.
Energy Efficiency
You know exactly what it will cost you to run your central air because of the energy efficiency sticker right on the unit. These stickers are an invaluable part of formulating your monthly budget. Read More»
If you are to minimize the amount of wear and tear that your air conditioner suffers during the winters, you will want to be proactive in preparing the unit at the end of the fall. Otherwise, it may fail to effectively cool your home when the weather warms.
Clean And Inspect The Unit
One of the most basic steps in the process of winterizing the air conditioner will be to thoroughly clean and inspect the unit. Read More»
If you want to renovate your kitchen but you are worried that some HVAC vents and the hot water tank are in the way, or will be a problem, you want to make sure that you have the concerns looked at by a heating and cooling expert. These are problems that can affect your entire heating and cooling system if they aren’t rearranged or moved properly, and you don’t want to put your house at the risk of any problems. Read More»
Trying to function in a cold house can be difficult to do, especially when it comes to getting up for work or school each day. If your HVAC system is out of order because it is in need of several repairs, maybe you should consider replacing it. The gas furnace might be the only part of the system that should be replaced, such as if the system is still able to produce cold air. Read More»
It is very nice to come inside on a hot summer day and enjoy the nice cool air conditioning. It seems that the only time that the air conditioning breaks down is during the summer. This is simply because this is the time that you are using the air conditioner. However, there are a few different things that you can do that will prolong the life of your air conditioning and ensure that you go through the summer without a problem. Read More»
Air conditioners are not meant to last forever. In fact, any HVAC technician will tell you that if you can get your unit to last past a decade, you did something really right. If your elderly air conditioner does not seem to be producing enough cool air in your home, you should call for cooling services to find out the cause.
Too Hot, Need a Refill
Like sitting on a beach and sipping your favorite cold beverage and eventually coming up dry, your old air conditioner may overheat and need a refill. Read More»
One of the things you may put off for a long time is having your HVAC serviced. This can be easy to neglect and may simply be too easy to avoid taking the time to schedule this important appointment. However, there are numerous reasons to get your HVAC service maintained on an annual basis and knowing what these are may motivate you to do so.
Reason #1: Unit that lasts longer Read More»
If it is really hot outside and your central AC does not seem to be cooling your home at all, you will probably instantly assume the system is broken. While this can be the case in some situations, there is also a chance the system is actually fine. The problem might be with the thermostat you have in your home, and here are several ways you might be able to tell if this is what is preventing your AC from working properly. Read More»
