In order to function effectively and efficiently throughout its life cycle, an air conditioner’s components require regular maintenance. A lack of maintenance can lead to costly repairs and a decline in performance. With the cooling season already upon us in MacClenny, FL, now is the time to schedule your maintenance appointment if you haven’t done so in the last year.
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How Spring Air Conditioning Maintenance Can Benefit You
Monday, February 29th, 2016You Might Want to Replace Your Air Conditioner Once it Reaches This Point
Monday, September 28th, 2015Air conditioners are well-built systems, and can last quite a long time if they are taken care of well enough. However, just because you can make your air conditioner last for several decades, doesn’t mean you should. If you want to save money on your air conditioner operating costs, it’s best to replace your system when it gets too old. Read on to find out more about why you should replace your old air conditioner after about 20 years.
Why Your Air Conditioner is Icing Over
Friday, September 11th, 2015If you notice ice building up on your air conditioner, you have a problem. While it may seem like ice is a sign that your air conditioner is doing its job, it’s actually an indication that your evaporator coil is malfunctioning. Air conditioner ice can become a serious threat to the system if it’s left alone for long enough. Let’s take a look at why air conditioner ice forms, and why it’s so dangerous.
What You Need to Know About Short Cycling
Monday, September 7th, 2015If you’ve ever noticed your air conditioner turning itself on and off every few minutes, you have a short cycling problem. Short cycling may seem like a harmless quirk, but it’s actually a big threat to the air conditioner. If you hear your system short cycling, you need to turn it off and call for repairs immediately. Let’s take a look at why short cycling happens, and the kind of damage that it can inflict on your system.
Take Control of Your Humidity
Monday, August 31st, 2015We all know about the moisture down here. The subtropical climate here can be difficult to get through, and you’ll need a powerful and efficient central air unit or heat pump to keep you and your family cool, of course. Any air conditioner (or refrigeration unit) must control the humidity in some way–dehumidification is part of the thermodynamic process–but there are plenty of good reasons to consider supplementing that humidity control with a dedicated dehumidifier. Let’s take a look at how this might benefit your Starke, FL home.
What Qualifies as an Air Conditioning Emergency?
Monday, August 17th, 2015There are a myriad of different problems that can afflict an air conditioning system. Some of them are bigger than others, but all of them should be dealt with as quickly as possible. Even so, there are a handful of problems that can destroy the system if not fixed immediately. If you notice that your air conditioner is exhibiting symptoms of one of these problems, you should turn it off and call for emergency repairs. Let’s take a look at some of the symptoms of these problems that you should watch for.
How to tell if Your Air Conditioner is Leaking Refrigerant
Monday, July 13th, 2015One of the worst possible problems that can happen to your air conditioner is a refrigerant leak. Refrigerant is the lifeblood of any air conditioning system, and without it the system starts to suffer. Low refrigerant can cause all sorts of problems, up to and including breakdowns. With this in mind, you should keep a close eye out for various signs that your air conditioner is leaking refrigerant. If you do spot any of these signs, call a professional to look at it as soon as possible.
Keep Your Cool with these Energy-Saving Tips
Monday, July 6th, 2015Here in Gainesville, FL, our air conditioners operate at full blast all cooling season long. How else are we supposed to stay cool? While we don’t encourage anyone to go without cooling for too long considering the power of the sun and the high moisture content looming in the air, you may want to reduce your energy costs. We all know how expensive cooling can be, and we want you to find a happy balance between comfort and efficiency. Here are some ways to keep cool as we enter the hottest part of the year.
Why Your Air Conditioner is Icing Over
Monday, June 29th, 2015During the hot days of summer, it may seem like a good thing that your air conditioner has ice forming on it. It’s meant to be cold, right? Not really, no. Ice on your air conditioner is actually a sign that the system is malfunctioning. If not fixed soon, it could cause a whole slew of problems for your air conditioner, including a full system breakdown. Read on to find out more about why your air conditioner ices over, and what to do about it.
Common Problems with Ductless Air Conditioning Systems
Monday, June 15th, 2015Ductless air conditioners are becoming more and more popular, especially now that we’re moving into the summer season. As great as they are for cooling your home, though, ductless air conditioners are just as susceptible to problems as any other system. While they share many common problems with traditional air conditioners, there are a few unique ones that you need to watch out for. Let’s take a look at some of the common problems with ductless air conditioning systems.