How a Zone Control System Can Improve Your Air Conditioner This Summer

June 20th, 2016

It may be hard to believe with the heat we are already experiencing, however summer has only just begun. And as the season wears on, you’ll be depending on your air conditioner more and more to keep you cool.

To ensure you are using your system as efficiently as possible, you’ve likely already scheduled preventive maintenance, which is great! However, that’s not the only way to ensure that you have optimal air conditioner efficiency and comfort. Read on to learn more about how a zone control system can improve your AC efficiency this season.

Continue Reading

Has Your Air Conditioner Been Tuned-Up for Summer?

June 13th, 2016

When you live in as hot and humid of a state as we do, your air conditioning system is naturally a huge part of your home’s comfort. Since it gets a lot of use over the years, it’s only natural that it will suffer from the effects of wear and tear and eventually need small repairs here and there.

To best prepare your AC system for the cooling load that it will bear all summer, a maintenance appointment is essential. Maintenance serves many benefits, some of which we’ve explained below. Be sure to contact us ASAP to schedule your summer AC tune-up.

Continue Reading

Should You Keep Repairing Your Aging Air Conditioner?

June 6th, 2016

Northwest Florida residents are no strangers to hot weather. Their air conditioners have to work much harder than that of residents in other parts of the country. That being said, you may be facing a tough decision regarding your air conditioner, if it performed poorly last cooling season.

An air conditioning system is not something you should attempt to fix on your own. Not only could you possible do more harm than good, you need to keep your safety in mind as well. Leave it up to a technician’s recommendation and your budget to decide if your aging system should have a repair done or if it makes more sense to replace the unit.

Continue Reading

How Your Heat Pump Reversing Valve Works

May 30th, 2016

In recent years, heat pumps have increased in popularity. The reasons for this include their energy efficiency and their ability to both heat and cool homes and buildings. Most homeowners aren’t aware of how a heat pump actually works though.

While it’s not necessary to understand the science behind how your air conditioner works in order to use it, knowing its components and how they function can help you if you need repairs down the road. Below, we’ve explained how exactly a heat pump works and the problems you can run into due to this part.

Continue Reading

Are Your Thermostat Practices Encouraging Air Conditioner Efficiency?

May 23rd, 2016

Let’s say you’ve just come home after a particularly warm day, and your home’s temperature offers no relief from the heat and humidity outside. Your natural reaction may be to go to your thermostat and turn the thermostat down to as cold as you can bear.

Unfortunately, this is an ill-fated effort to achieve the cooling effect you desire. In fact, if the temperature of your home is—hypothetically speaking—currently at 82 degrees and you set your thermostat down to 68, your air conditioner is not going to work any faster than had you set it to 77 degrees.

Continue Reading

What is Threatening Your Indoor Air Quality?

May 16th, 2016

We have a number of indoor air quality products and services to help improve your indoor air quality, which can actually be worse than the outdoor air quality in your area. This is particularly true this time of year. One of the biggest threats to this air quality is a poorly maintained HVAC system, or damaged ductwork.

Regular maintenance appointments will help you fend off problems with your HVAC unit, but it’s important to know everything that can threaten your indoor air quality. This is less about convenience and comfort and more about keeping you healthy. The lack of good indoor air quality can affect even the healthiest of homeowners. Below are some of the factors that can have a negative impact on this air quality.

Continue Reading

How Often Should Your UV Air Purifier’s Bulbs Be Changed?

May 9th, 2016

A UV air purifier can be an excellent addition to your home’s air filtration system. They work by causing cellular damage to, and effectively killing, particles such as mold, mildew, viruses and bacteria within your ductwork. The cool, dark environment of your ducts provide the perfect breeding ground for these microorganisms, but a UV air purifier can kill them before they have the chance to grow and get circulated through your indoor air.

Continue Reading

Is It Time to Replace Your Geothermal Cooling System?

May 2nd, 2016

Geothermal systems are known as one of the most efficient ways to cool and heat homes. They are also known to last a very long time. Traditional air-source heat pumps are not able to provide much heating during the winter on their own. However, geothermal heat pumps are ground-source. This means that they use the steady temperature of the earth—which varies only a few degrees—to both heat your home in the winter and cool it in the summer.

Despite their durability and versatility, however, geothermal systems are just like any other type of HVAC system in that they will not last forever. The good news is that in most cases, you will only need to replace the heat pump itself, and not the underground coils. So don’t panic if you do find yourself needing a system replacement. It is a good idea, however, to be aware of the signs that it may be time for a replacement.

Continue Reading

Looking to Replace Your Air Conditioner?

April 25th, 2016

With warmer temperatures already upon us, your thoughts have likely turned to your air conditioner. If you are thinking about a replacement, now is the perfect time to have a new system installed, before the weather gets too hot and HVAC technicians are busy with emergency calls.

Before you rush out to replace your current air conditioner however, it’s important to know how to choose the best system for your home and your needs. For example, if you already have ductwork installed in your home, then a traditional central air conditioner unit may be the best option for you. We’ve explored a few other types of systems along with their benefits below.

Continue Reading

Why You Should Have a Whole-House Dehumidifier Installed

April 18th, 2016

While we have touted the benefits of humidifiers in previous blog posts, including how essential they are for dry winters, in the spring and summer Florida residents suffer from an opposite problem. Too much humidity. As you are likely well aware, humidity makes the hottest day seem even hotter, and is extremely uncomfortable. Not only that, but excessive moisture is not good for your health or for your home. A whole-house dehumidifier is the solution to this problem. Keep reading to discover why you should have one installed ASAP.

Continue Reading