Category: Cooling

Should I Set My HVAC System’s Fan Setting to Auto or On?
The fan setting on your thermostat controls your HVAC system blower. The blower helps circulate hot or cold air throughout your home until the temperature on the thermostat is reached. There are two settings on your thermostat to control the fan – auto or on. AUTO means that the fan

Three Reasons to use a Programmable Thermostat
Space heating is the largest energy expense in the average U.S home, accounting for about 45% of energy costs. Homeowners frequently heat and cool their homes when it is not needed. This is where a programmable thermostat can help reduce costs and maintain performance over the life of your

Cleaner Air in Your Vehicle
Air quality has never been more important no matter where you are during your day. Now there’s a high-tech way to make the air you’re breathing in your car clean and safe. The Air Scrubber-Mobile, is an easy to install, pocket-sized unit. It reduces contaminants in the air and

Six Spring HVAC Tips
Spring cleaning is a tradition in most homes, but there are a few items related to your air conditioning system that need to make your “to-do” list to ensure your equipment is ready to go when temps start heating up. Here are six tips to help keep you cool

Do I need an annual service agreement on my HVAC equipment?
A service agreement or annual maintenance contract is an important item for all homeowners to consider. These contracts protect heating and central AC systems. HVAC systems are in investment for homeowners. To ensure they’re getting the full value, systems should be maintained annually. Think of a service contract as

Why is my air conditioner not working?
As the summer starts to heat up and temperatures being to rise, many homeowners will be turning on their air conditioners to stay cool. The beginning of the summer is when we receive calls from homeowners that their air conditioners are not working properly. There are several reasons that could

Five Summer DIY Tips for Improving Your Home’s Overall Cooling Efficiency
Small steps can yield big benefits and performance over the life of your central air conditioning system. Our service team shares five do-it-yourself tips for homeowners that will help improve their home’s overall cooling efficiency. Tip 1 – Schedule Annual Maintenance. Routine maintenance carries huge benefits for every system. Thorough

Spring Allergies and HVAC Maintenance
Spring is upon us … flowers are starting to bloom, the grass is getting green and soon everything will be covered in pollen. For the estimated 50 million Americans who suffer from seasonal allergies, spring can be a miserable time of the year. Spring HVAC maintenance can drastically reduce

What is SEER?
SEER, Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio, is the maximum efficiency rating of an air conditioning system. This measurement is calculated by the cooling output for a typical cooling season divided by the total electric energy input during the same time frame. Over the last decade, minimum SEER ratings have been raised

Common A/C Problems
There are several reasons a central air conditioning system may not be cooling properly. Here are other common cooling issues homeowners in our area may encounter: Thermostat difficulties: Is your thermostat set or programmed properly? Check that first, and you may prevent an unnecessary service call. Dirty filter: A badly