Here in Florida we haven’t quite gotten to heating season yet, even though most of the rest of the country has. However, it’s never too early to prepare your home for the cold season. If you’re in the market for a new home heating system, why not take a look at geothermal heating. Let’s examine how geothermal heating operates, and why you might want to install one in your home.
Should I Install a Geothermal System this Fall?
October 12th, 2015Get Your Ducts Sealed This Fall
October 5th, 2015Fall is here, and while most of us probably won’t be turning on our heating systems for a couple more months, it’s still a good idea to prepare for winter. When you think about getting your home ready for the cold season, you probably think about things like heating maintenance. While it’s a good idea to make sure that your heater is in good condition, you should also make sure that your ducts are in good condition. Let’s take a look at why you should get your ducts sealed this fall.
You Might Want to Replace Your Air Conditioner Once it Reaches This Point
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 Heat Pump Needs Maintenance Twice a Year
September 14th, 2015With summer ending soon, many homeowners are getting ready to turn off their air conditioners for the year. If you have a heat pump, though, you’re probably going to continue using it throughout the winter. Heat pumps are well known for their ability to provide both heating and cooling functions. While this is quite convenient for homeowners who use them, it also means that they require different treatment from more traditional climate control systems. Let’s look at why your heat pump needs preventive maintenance at least twice a year.
Why Your Air Conditioner is Icing Over
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
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
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.
How a UV Air Purifier Benefits You
August 24th, 2015Indoor air quality is largely affected by airborne contaminants. There are millions upon millions of microscopic airborne contaminants floating around in the average home’s indoor air, including things like viruses, bacteria and mold spores. These biological contaminants are among the most dangerous you’re liable to encounter in your home. Some of the biological contaminants can make you sick, or even put you in the hospital in rare cases. For this reason, a UV air purifier is highly recommended in areas with suspect indoor air quality. Let’s take a look at how a UV air purifier works, and the benefits of using it.
What Qualifies as an Air Conditioning Emergency?
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.
When to Replace Your Ductless Air Conditioner
August 10th, 2015Ductless air conditioners, like all systems, have a natural lifespan. There will come a point when no matter how well you’ve taken care of it, you’ll have to replace your ductless system. What is important is that you recognize the signs that your ductless air conditioner is nearing the end of its lifespan. That way, you can have it replaced before it gives out on you. Let’s take a look at some of the signs that your ductless air conditioner needs to be replaced.