Touchstone Heating & Air Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Air Conditioning’ Category

What’s the Best Residential HVAC System?

Monday, October 28th, 2024

If you’re looking to upgrade your existing HVAC system for a new model, you likely want to make the best investment possible. Our team is here to help with all of your HVAC needs, including upgrading your existing system to something newer and better.

Keep reading to learn more about the different types of HVAC systems available in our area and why some are better than others. Then give our team a call to schedule your appointment for a new HVAC in Madison, Fl.

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4 Ways to Prevent End of Season AC Breakdowns

Monday, September 2nd, 2024

We are in the homestretch when it comes to closing out the 2024 summer season. Soon we will be trading out using our air conditioners as much for warm sweaters, fluffy blankets, and heaters. But even through the winter season, we do need our air conditioners from time to time since we’re in Florida.

If your air conditioner is starting to show signs that something is wrong with operation, you need to pay attention now and prevent an unexpected breakdown. Let’s face it, your air conditioner has been working hard all season long to keep your home comfortable. It may need some TLC via an appointment for air conditioning repair in Lake City, FL. Keep reading to learn more about how you can keep your air conditioner running through the rest of the summer season and beyond.

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Tips for Identifying an HVAC Scam

Monday, August 19th, 2024

Unfortunately, HVAC scams are more common than we would like to believe. Scammers are ready to take advantage of homeowners who need HVAC services. They may know the language and sound like professionals, but there are some red flags you can watch for that can indicate a scam.

Instead, give our team a call when you need air conditioning repair in Alachua, FL. We can help with all of your HVAC needs, big and small. You can even just give us a call when you have questions about something unusual happening with your air conditioner and aren’t sure whether or not you need to schedule service. Keep reading to learn more about HVAC scams and how you can avoid them.

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4 Common AC Repair Needs

Monday, July 22nd, 2024

When you know the signs of common HVAC repair needs, you can schedule service sooner rather than later and prevent major issues from arising. You can keep reading to learn more about four of the most common HVAC issues we see and the signs of each one.

Then give our team a call to schedule your air conditioning repair in Alachua when the time comes. When you address repair needs now instead of putting off service, you can ultimately save money on potential repair costs and help your air conditioner to last longer.

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How to Prepare for an AC Installation

Monday, July 8th, 2024

If you are looking forward to installing a new AC system in your home, you may be wondering what you can do ahead of the appointment to prepare both your home and your family. The good news is that we have some tips that will help you get ready for your air conditioning installation in Lake Butler.

If you have any questions after reading through the tips, just give us a call and we would be happy to help. After all, we appreciate any steps you can take to aid our team and make the installation process as easy as possible for both you and us.

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How Does Refrigerant Work in a Ductless Mini Split?

Monday, June 24th, 2024

If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your system to a ductless mini split, it’s a great choice. However, you may be wondering exactly how a ductless mini split works since it is so different from a more traditional central HVAC system.

Our team is here to help by answering all of your questions and guiding you in choosing a new HVAC unit when the time comes, whether it is a ductless system or not. Then we can help you with all of your future HVAC needs, including ductless heat pump repair in Alachua. Keep reading to learn more about ductless mini split HVAC systems, including exactly how refrigerant works to both heat and cool with this unique design.

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What Happens When Evaporator Coils Freeze?

Monday, June 10th, 2024

Did you know that it’s possible for the evaporator coils inside of your air conditioner to develop ice? That’s right, they can ice over and stop functioning to cool your house down as the ice blocks the coils from airflow. When this happens, you need to call for air conditioning repair in Madison.

You can keep reading to learn more about the risks of frozen evaporator coils and why you want to address the problem sooner rather than later. We are going into more detail about how coils freeze and highlighting the signs that you can watch for to indicate frozen coils so you can call for service sooner rather than later.

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Pros and Cons of a Ductless Mini Split

Monday, May 27th, 2024

If you’ve been thinking of ditching your more traditional forced air system for a ductless mini split, there are a few things you need to know first. While ductless mini splits offer a wide variety of unique benefits, there are also some downsides that it is important to consider before making the leap.

Just give our team a call when you’re ready to learn more about ductless mini splits in Alachua, FL. You can also keep reading to see why so many homeowners are switching to ductless heating and cooling.

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What to Look for in an AC Technician

Monday, April 15th, 2024

If you need to schedule air conditioning service, you want to make sure that you partner with an expert technician. The right person should have the required certifications, adequate experience, and also have a good reputation for quality service. 

When you need air conditioning repair in Live Oak, FL, you don’t want to trust your HVAC system to just anyone. The good news is, you’re in the right place and our team is here to help. You can keep reading to learn more about what makes an AC technician highly qualified to work on your residential air conditioner.

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DIY AC repairs: A costly mistake

Monday, April 1st, 2024

There is such a wealth of knowledge available on the internet today. It’s easy to think that you can complete a quick search online to figure out what is wrong with your air conditioner and fix it yourself. But air conditioners are very intricate systems. What you think it’s a problem might really be something else instead.

It’s so important that you call a professional anytime you need AC repair in Alachua, FL. You can keep reading to learn more about the risks you face when completing DIY air conditioning repairs. Then give our team a call when you’re ready to schedule service for your unit.

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