Many of us don’t really think about our air conditioning units. Air filters need to be changed regularly to ensure that you are living and breathing in clean air. The slide in filters removes dust, dirt, dander, debris, and pollution. They help with allergies and keep your home smelling fresh. Having a dirty air conditioning filter not only reduces your air quality, but it also restricts the flow of the air making your unit work harder than it should need…
If you wanted to buy an in-window air conditioner back during the 1940s, you’d have to fork out approximately $350. With the dollar value back then that is nearly $3,500 in 2018 terms! The first commercial use of air conditioning was in movie theaters. Theater owners wanted to be able to draw a crowd in hotter summer months back in 1917. Most homeowners did not have cooling units and it was an extra incentive that worked! Theater owners got their…
Installing the right central air conditioning unit for your space and setting it correctly can save money on your monthly energy bill. Here in Florida, our FPL bill skyrockets during the summer because we all crank down the temperature in an effort to beat the heat. What everyone deems comfortable is different. This can cause family arguments and problems over where to leave the setting. It may take some compromise but keep in mind that its worth it as you…
Most people, if asked, would say that air conditioners pump cold air into your home. While that isn’t exactly a wrong answer, it’s not exactly correct either. Mostly an AC unit works by transference of heat. When heat is removed, the cool air remains and lowers the temperature in your home. To better grasp the concept lets take a look at the components involved: The outdoor unit and the indoor unit. They must work together, all year long here in…
When your AC suddenly goes out, it is almost always at the worst time. An unexpected and unwanted expense. It can be stressful. At All Day Air, our goal is to remove the stress and replace it with knowledge. Here are a few tips to help you know what to look for when buying a new air conditioning unit. #1 Don’t over pay. This may seem like common sense, but if you have no idea what you need, its very…
As with any industry, Heating and cooling installation and repair comes has its own set of terms that aren’t normally in most people’s vocabulary. To a layman, these terms can be confusing. It’s worth it to take the time to get familiar with the lingo before your air conditioner breaks down. Terms you may hear: HVAC: Stands for Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning. HVAC is a blanket term that includes all aspects of air conditioning. It is often used interchangeably…
While replacing your AC unit at some point in time is unavoidable the typical life of a unit is 10-15 years. It can easily lean more towards 15 if properly taken care of from the start. Keeping your air conditioning system functioning properly takes very little effort on the part of the homeowner can be done quite simply. We have listed out ten ways to extend the life of your central air conditioner. Install your outdoor unit in the shade…
If you live in Florida you know how hot it can get and how difficult it can be to stay cool. You walk out the door and a wall of heat hits you, usually especially for the months of July, August, and September. With added high humidity the only respite is the fact that nearly all homes and virtually all businesses have air conditioning. It was a brilliant invention and has helped keep Floridians and visitors comfortable for decades. How…
You may be surprised to hear that indoor air can actually be 2 to 5 times more polluted that its outdoor counterpart! This is where a good HVAC system (heating and cooling) comes in. HVAC simply equals fresher air. Even just the ordinary paper filters help to remove dust, dirt, bacteria, and mold from the air being recirculated throughout your home, but when you add in an air purifier it takes it to a whole other level. The question becomes…
These days its hard to tell if a higher price is warranted or if you are being bamboozled. Let us break down the differences for you between that higher priced filter and a standard filter. You can then decide for yourself if you want to pay the difference and if it is worth it to you personally. Whole home air purifying systems have become increasingly popular over the years. Florida is just one of those environments where something is always…