Here in Florida for most of the year, we don’t have much choice other than to run our AC units. It’s hot and muggy and too humid to keep the windows open. So what happens when you flip that switch and peeee-yewww! Ugh, what IS that stench!? Something simply stinks! Let’s take a look at the most common things that could go wrong with an HVAC system to cause it to smell strange and how you can avoid or fix…
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…
When it comes to air conditioners we all love them when they work and curse them when they won’t. We live in Florida – it’s hot pretty much year round. We depend on our AC units. Today we would like to take look at just a few of the most common complaints we hear from customers when it comes to their air conditioning units and how we can help. “My air conditioner won’t turn on” – This is…
Can you imagine living here in Florida without air conditioning? Up until the late 1920’s, that was the everyday reality. Air condition revolutionized the way we live. Comfortable is the new norm. Interestingly air conditionings’ start had absolutely nothing to do with comfort. In 1902 a Lithography company, Sackett & Wilhelms, in trying to do printing, became frustrated with humidity levels because ink would not dry properly. This was the start of 4 color printing (CMYK – Cyan Magenta…
Set it and forget it Regular inspections are important if you hope to keep your unit for a good long time. Maintenance plans include inspections so you don’t have to worry about forgetting to call and schedule. Your warranty could be invalidated if the system hasn’t been inspected regularly. Inspections help spot minor issues before they become big money devouring problems. Efficiency Matters If your system needs repair it will work harder to regulate the temperature for you. The system…
As the cooler weather hits, it is time to turn off your AC and take a look at how well it has been performing. One of the most common issues, when a system is in use so consistently as it is during most of the year here in Florida, is a refrigerant leak. It works under considerably high pressure. The lines that hold freon can degrade over time. If your system happens to get a leak it will need to…
Here in Southwest Florida, we run our air conditioners nearly all year long. This adds up when it comes to power usage and billing. In fact, due to our heated climate AC use will often make up one of the largest energy usage charges in your entire home. If you are looking for ways to cut back on your bill, there needs to be a way to cut back on air conditioner energy usage. Here are a few ideas to…
It is that time of year once again Southwest Florida. Crisp cool air has hit the state. Windows and screened indoors are opening and a brisk refreshing breeze is filling homes with fresh air. With temperatures dropping into the 50’s there is no reason to keep your air conditioning on and running. To maintain a comfortable temperature in your home, open the windows on both sides of the house to allow for a good cross breeze. Turn on ceiling fans…
No matter if you are a seasoned homeowner or a first-time buyer, there are a few key things you should know before buying an HVAC system for your home. It is important to hire an established company with good reviews and reputation. A good HVAC company will match your home size and characteristics to the right type of system and engineering modifications. Cooling Capacity, Size, and Type An air conditioners cooling capacity is measured by Ton. 1 Ton is equal…
Did you know that there was a way to rid your home of humidity without having to buy a humidifier? Indoor humidity levels are the most pleasant at 30% to 50% humidity. Higher than that can get uncomfortable. Your hair may be frizzier than usual, the air feels damp, you may sweat without exertion, pets sweat and thereby need to be bathed more often, sleep may become an issue and even mold may form in damp areas like kitchens, showers,…