Looking for ways to boost your home’s value? Basic home maintenance top your list. Keeping records of each service appointment is a valuable asset when it comes time to sell your home, not just for your AC system but for any appliance as well. Semi-annual HVAC maintenance key to maximizing optimal performance for enjoying home comfort as well as reaping the benefits of energy efficiency. Whether you are planning on selling your home in the near future or not, here…
Adding ceiling fan usage along with your Air Conditioner can save you money and boost your comfort. While ceiling fans do not lower the temperature of a room they can increase your comfort level. By using fans you can actually allow the thermostat to be a few degrees higher lowering your bill. According to consumer reports, each degree you raise your temperature can save you 3% to 5% on power costs for the year. Using a ceiling fan can…
Air quality encompasses temperature, air quality, and humidity. When your unit is not working as it should be one or more factor may be compromised. Most malfunctions have simple solutions you may be able to fix on your own. If not, don’t worry, that is what the technicians at All Day Air Cooling and Heating are here for. The biggest problem, of course, is that your AC unit stops working altogether. If your unit stops unexpectedly and won’t turn back…
Let’s face it, we don’t give much thought to our air conditioners unless they break down. Making sure to regularly change your air filter can drastically improve your unit’s efficiency as well as helping to keep your air clean and your health at its most optimal. The main purpose of an air filter is to help trap dirt and dust and keep it from clogging up and reducing the efficiency of your HVAC unit as well as keeping the dirt…
If you have an older AC unit it very likely does not include a UV (Ultra Violet) light. In Florida, it is especially important to listen to the recommendations of your AC technician and include one in your installation initially or add one during maintenance. The reason being that Florida is such a damp humid tropical environment that moisture cannot help but to collect in the ductwork no matter how efficient your HVAC unit is. That small bit of condensation…
It’s Time To Replace Your Air Conditioner. No one likes to hear this news. Homeowners and landlords alike dread the day. Yet it comes for everyone eventually. AC units are made to last ten to fifteen years tops. The fifteen is the high end given that your unit has spent its life in optimal conditions. Unfortunately, our extreme Florida weather and salty corrosive environment are less than optimal for anything made of metal no matter how well you power coat…
If you are living in Florida right now and you have seasonal allergies chances are yours are going haywire. Wondering what’s in our air that is irritating your eyes and nose? Let’s take a look at Southwest Florida’s top 4 allergens we all face daily. Mold Let’s face it, we live in a moist humid environment. It’s ripe for mold and mildew to form. This toxic form of fungus has over a thousand varieties. For allergy sufferers, it can…
If you turn on your AC and smell a hint of mold/mildew its time to inspect your HVAC system. Mold is one of the top allergens and in some cases can even be toxic to you and your pets. If there is mold or mildew in your system, it is blowing all over your home, spreading. It’s time to learn how to stop it and save your health. Possible sources: There are three top culprits when it comes to that…
Are your energy bills adding up to more than you would like or expect? Did you give your AC unit the 3rd degree thinking it was the culprit? – If you already had your unit checked and found it to be sound and in good condition you may want to check out a couple of other possible options. Duct Work – This is the number one issue most homes face when it comes to improper cooling. Leaking ductwork not only…
It’s difficult to imagine that people lived here in the tropical atmosphere of Southwest Florida before there was such a thing as air conditioning. The truth is, we all are quite spoiled these days. While it may be 98 degrees outside with 75% humidity, we move quickly from our air-conditioned vehicles right on into our cool comfortable homes or well-chilled businesses. We do not have to roast. Back in the old days, this wasn’t the case at all. If you…