If your cooling bills seem to be higher than they should be for a comparable home, you could have an oversized air conditioner. Many homeowners don’t realize that bigger is not better when it comes to HVAC systems, especially air conditioners. Rather than cooling your home more efficiently, the reverse is true.
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The Oversized Air Conditioner: When Bigger Is Definitely Not Better
Tuesday, August 13th, 2013Time for a New Air Conditioner? Consult This Checklist While Shopping
Thursday, August 1st, 2013
An air conditioner is a major financial investment and the appliance you rely on to be comfortable during our long, hot summers. This checklist covers the information you need when selecting the cooling system best for your home. Replacing an A/C is not something homeowners do often (thankfully), and this list can help guide your decision.
Are Your A/C Coils Clean? Here’s Why They Should Be
Tuesday, July 23rd, 2013
The coils in your air conditioner are responsible for the exchange of heat to keep your home comfortable during our long, hot Fresno cooling season. The evaporator coil, which is located inside your indoor air handler, absorbs heat from the air in your home. The condenser coil, located in the outdoor condensing/compressor unit, expels the heat outside. Over time, dirt and grime build up on your coils and prevents the optimum exchange of heat, resulting in your system working overtime to keep you cool. This can raise your utility bills and reduce the life of your system.
Attaining Your A/C’s SEER Depends on These Factors
Thursday, July 18th, 2013
An A/C’s SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio) is an excellent tool homeowners can use to compare the relative efficiency of various air conditioners and heat pumps. Choosing a system with a high SEER number is a good start, but in order to maximize efficiency and comfort, proper installation and other factors are also crucial. To be sure you’ll actually reach the energy efficiency your new air conditioning system is capable of:
Replacing A/C components? Be Sure They Match Correctly
Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013
When replacing A/C components in a split-system air conditioner, it’s important to ensure that the two main components, the indoor evaporator and the outdoor condensing unit, match correctly. While the best option is to replace the entire system, which guarantees that the components match, this isn’t always within your budget. If you have a split-system air conditioner and need to repair rather than replace it, make sure you look at three main factors to ensure a true fit. These include:
Shop for These A/C Features When Planning a Replacement
Tuesday, June 25th, 2013
When purchasing a new air conditioner, you should pay close attention to A/C features available for your new cooling system. Some of the A/C features that will have the most impact on your energy savings, as well as your overall purchase include:
A/C Problems You’re Likely to Encounter, and How to Fix Them
Tuesday, June 18th, 2013
Cooling season in Fresno can take quite a toll on your air conditioner. Midsummer breakdowns are often costly and inconvenient. These common A/C problems can be effectively prevented by scheduling your annual air conditioner tune-up with a qualified HVAC professional before the summertime heat requires heavy use of your system.
Time to Replace Your A/C or Not? 7 Reasons Why You Should
Tuesday, June 11th, 2013
Procrastinating on replacing the air conditioner in your Fresno area home? Seven reasons not to avoid replacing A/C: Before You Replace the A/C, Know What to Look For and How to Decide
Tuesday, May 7th, 2013
In order to make a good decision when you have to replace the A/C in your Fresno area home, it’s important to know two key issues regarding these systems, size and efficiency. Choosing one that’s ideal for your home will make a difference in your comfort and budget for years to come. 10 A/C Terms Homeowners Should Know
Thursday, May 2nd, 2013
The importance of learning certain A/C terms may not be immediately apparent, especially in light of all the other responsibilities that come with home ownership. However, taking a little time to understand how your air conditioning system works and learning its basic components and related terms will give you an advantage when it comes time to service or upgrade your A/C or heat pump.