We’re sure you’ve heard about R-22. If not, you may be thinking, “what is R-22? And why the heck should I care?“ Lets break down these questions. 1. What is R-22? R-22 Refrigerant is also known as Chlorodifluoromethane or difluoromonochloromethane is a hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC). It is commonly used as a propellant and refrigerant. Wait…What Is Refrigerant, Anyway? The refrigerant in your […]
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Why Cleaning Your AC Condenser Coil Is Important
Condenser coils are situated in the outdoor unit of your air conditioner. The whole purpose of the condenser coils is to move heat out of your home and replace it with cool air. Your air conditioning system runs day in and day out during the summer. After a while, it accumulates dirt, dust and […]
Read More11 Air Conditioning Tips To Finish Summer
Summer can be a rough season for homeowners who can’t keep their air conditioning running well. But there is plenty you can do to help it along. Keep reading! 1. Close Windows and Doors The most important step of keeping your home cool and your AC working smoothly in summer is to close your home’s […]
Read MoreThe Million-Dollar Question
Any homeowner who has made the call to replace their old, outdated cooling or heating system can tell you that a new install isn’t the lightest load your finances have ever shouldered. Energy-efficient HVAC systems are more affordable than ever, but that doesn’t mean they’re cheap by any means. And so, if you’ve been considering HVAC replacement, […]
Read MoreHow to Improve Energy Efficiency
One great preparation you’ll want to make during the summer season is to get your home energy-ready. During a heat wave, you can’t get a dedicated professional over to your home (not that you’ll need one, but in the case that you do, now is the time to figure that out). In the summer months, […]
Read MoreBuyer Beware
Being an HVAC contractor often carries a stigma. A stigma that unfortunately paints a lot of wonderful, hardworking, honest, and intelligent folks in a negative light. We have all heard the horror stories, read the awful reviews, and almost certainly know someone who had a bad experience with a contractor at some point in their […]
Read MoreWhy Does My Air Conditioner Smell Bad?
Our air conditioner is meant to bring us relief from the heat, but sometimes turning it on can lead to unpleasant smells. Believe or not, the type of smell can actually give us insight into problems that are affecting our system. What Makes An Conditioner Smell Bad Air conditioners are made up of many distinct […]
Read MoreHome Energy Audit
A shift in outside temperatures means a change in our HVAC usage, so a transition is a great time to do a home energy audit to determine whether your home is using its energy in the most efficient way possible. Do It Yourself Home Energy Audit With any home energy audit the goal is to […]
Read MoreHow To Maximize Air Conditioning Efficiency
On a hot summer day, there are a few things that ease the heat: a cool drink, an icy treat, and, most of all, the crisp, clean air that moves through the house. Good air conditioning can come without breaking the bank. How Air Conditioning Works Getting the most for your money while cooling your […]
Read MoreThe Basics of HVAC Systems
Ultimately though, the mystique surrounding our HVAC systems, which are among the most essential of all appliances and systems in our homes, can easily evaporate by our coming to understand just a bit about what these systems consist of, and how they use the air around us to help us control our environment. How HVAC […]
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