Air conditioner cooling issues are all too common in the spring and summertime, when millions of homeowners turn on their cooling system for the first time, only to find that its not working to satisfaction or worse yet, is not operational. If you find your system operating inaffectively this spring, use these Cooling troubleshooting tips to get your HVAC system back up and running: …
Talk the Talk: 5 Vital HVAC Terms To Know
When you talk with your HVAC technician about repairing or replacing parts of your one’s cooling and heating system, it’s important to have a basic understanding of some of the most common terms. Here’s what five of the most popular HVAC terms mean.
Common Air Conditioner Problems and How to Have Them Repaired
Your air conditioner is an essential part of your Kansas City home. With many days that routinely hit the 90-degree mark, you’ll want to confirm that your air conditioning system is ready to work when you need it most. Properly maintaining your cooling system will help you avoid common air conditioner problems, save money, and reduce wear and tear on your system.
9 Ways to Know When it’s Time to Replace Your Air Conditioner
If your air conditioning system has recently broken down or if it’s just not keeping you as cool as it used to even after performing routine maintenance, it might be worth replacing the whole unit instead of wasting money and time repairing it. Following is a handy guide of factors that may indicate you should replace your air conditioner (usually, …
Your A/C Condenser: Cover It for the Winter, or Leave It Alone?
You have a lot invested in your air conditioning unit, so it’s only natural to want to take the best possible care of the outside A/C condensing unit. For Midwesterners, this means covering the unit to protect it from harsh winter weather.
Your home Air Conditioner system: The ABC’s of your Cooling system
Air conditioner cooling is the norm in the Kansas City area, with area homeowners taking advantage of the convenient comfort it provides during our hot summers. If you’re curious about how it all works, following is a simple primer covering air conditioner operation.
An Overview of Air Conditioner Capacity and What it Means
What is “a ton” of air conditioning capacity? Does it mean 2,000 pounds of air conditioning? Actually, in the HVAC industry, “ton” is not a measurement of weight; it’s how much heat an air conditioner can remove from your home in one hour.
The Thermal Expansion Valve: A Feature You’re Sure to Want Installed With Your Next A/C
Did you know that air conditioning accounts for about half of your summer electricity bills? If you’ve ever documented the spike in utility costs during the cooling season, this should come as no surprise.
Keeping Your Air Conditioner Coils Clean for better Cooling performance
Our Kansas City cooling season is long and hot, and your air conditioner works hard to keep you comfortable. Without proper maintenance, your system will operate inefficiently, raising your utility bills and reducing your comfort level. In addition to your annual preventive maintenance, a thorough check and cleaning of your air conditioner coils will keep your A/C running at top efficiency, …
Your Air Conditioner Replacement: 4 Questions You’ll Need to Ask Your your Heating and Cooling professional
A/C efficiency has really taken off in the past decade, so instead of dreading a pending air conditioner replacement, consider the energy savings that await you, along with other benefits of replacing it sooner rather than later. But before you choose just any contractor to replace your outdated unit, there are four questions you’ll need to ask your heating and cooling …