Ice on Your AC? That’s a Problem

September 9th, 2024
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Air conditioners make air cold. In order to do this, they have to be cold. But they absolutely should not be covered in ice! If your air conditioner has ice on it, something is wrong. What could the problem be? How should you deal with it? Here are some simple instructions.

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How Do High-Efficiency Air Conditioners Work?

August 26th, 2024
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We’ve got great news for you. If your air conditioner is getting on in years, the new models are so much better that you’ll be astonished. And it’s true that your old air conditioner has gotten less effective and less efficient as it reaches the end of its life. But these new high-efficiency air conditioners use significantly less energy than your old one did, even when it was first installed!

Today’s air conditioners have changed. There have been some big improvements in how these systems work, and AC manufacturers have managed to make air conditioners that save you energy (and money!) while keeping you gloriously cool. How do these new high-efficiency air conditioners work? What’s changed in how they’re made? We’ll explain all about it.

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Short Cycling Heat Pump? Here’s What to Do

August 12th, 2024
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Efficiency is the most remarkable thing about your heat pump. You certainly don’t want anything to take that awesome energy-saving ability away from it! But many problems that a heat pump can encounter will reduce its efficiency dramatically if you don’t have it repaired. Short cycling is a heat pump problem that wastes a huge amount of energy. Here’s some info about short cycling and how to remedy it.

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Is It Too Late for AC Maintenance?

July 15th, 2024
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Your air conditioner has been working hard for a while now. And the season won’t be over for quite some time yet. All that hard work has a major impact on the ability of your air conditioner to keep chugging along and keep your home cool. And the best way to make it easier, and to cut down on the wear and tear that hard work creates, is by having annual maintenance done. Did you do that?

If you forgot to schedule your annual AC maintenance this spring, if you thought you could get away with skipping a year, or if AC maintenance isn’t something you usually do at all, your air conditioner is at risk of developing serious problems. Is it too late to schedule AC maintenance this year? Should you put it off any longer? What would be the benefit of doing it now? We’ll tell you.

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Can This Air Conditioner Be Saved? AC Repair vs. Replacement

July 1st, 2024
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If you’ve got a major air conditioner problem in Louisiana in July, you don’t want to sit around debating what to do for very long! You need to make a decision and get things sorted out so you don’t expire from the heat. If your air conditioner is not very new, and it needs a significant repair, you might be wondering whether it’s worth it, or if you should replace the system.

It’s not a simple yes-or-no question. There are a few different factors you should take into account as you choose whether to repair or replace your air conditioner. We’ll help you sort through the important pieces of information so you can make a decision you’ll be happy with.

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How to Prepare for AC Installation

June 17th, 2024
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You’ll be so happy this summer, so cool and comfortable with your brand-new air conditioner. Once that installation is done, you’ll be able to enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities in the heat, knowing you have a safe, cool home to retreat to when you get too hot. But before you can put your feet up and relax, you’ve got to get through that installation appointment.

Have you ever had an air conditioner installed before? If you have, it was probably many years ago. Well, we do it all the time! We can tell you exactly what to expect during AC installation and how to make sure you’re as prepared as possible. This will help make everything go smoothly.

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The Sounds and Smells of an AC Unit in Need of Repair

June 3rd, 2024
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When your air conditioner is having a rough time, it needs repair promptly. This way, problems can be resolved before they get any bigger. And you don’t want bigger problems! That means more extensive, costlier repairs, not to mention paying for the extra electricity your air conditioner will use while it’s struggling to function despite the problems.

We often hear phrases like “keep an eye out” or “watch for these signs” when we’re told to be alert to possible problems. The trick is that your air conditioner will probably look exactly the same when it’s struggling, so watching or keeping an eye out won’t help. When your AC unit needs repair, you’re most likely to notice the problem with your ears or nose. Here are the sounds and smells of AC trouble.

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How Mold Impacts Your Indoor Air Quality

May 20th, 2024
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The air you breathe has a profound impact on your health. And with Americans estimated to spend more than 90% of our time indoors, it’s the indoor air that will have the greatest benefits, if it is clean—or the greatest risks, if it’s contaminated. And generally speaking, indoor air is much more contaminated than the fresh air of the great outdoors.

Of all the things that might be floating around in your air and getting inhaled into your lungs, one of the most alarming is mold. How does mold get into your air? How does it affect your air quality? What can you do to eliminate the mold? We’ve got answers for you.

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Prompt AC Repair Will Save You Time and Money

May 6th, 2024
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Keeping our homes at a comfortable temperature all year round is the single greatest energy expenditure of American households. Heating and cooling can cost a great deal, and around here, we spend more of the year using our air conditioning than our heat. 

Purchasing an air conditioner and paying the electric bill to keep it running are costly enough! Repairs are an additional expense, and it can be hard to part with that money. Here’s the thing, though: getting your AC repairs done as soon as possible will actually save you money, and time as well. Here’s why.

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Yes, Your Heat Pump Needs Maintenance Twice a Year

April 22nd, 2024
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Heat pumps are near-miraculous systems. All year round, you can be perfectly comfortable, no matter what the temperature is outdoors, with just this one appliance. And the efficiency is remarkable, especially when it comes to heating. Since this system just transfers heat from one place to another instead of going through the energy-intensive process of generating heat, it uses much less energy than a furnace.

But, like any complex system with many components and moving parts, a heat pump can have problems and require repairs. But we’re here to tell you how to avoid the need for the vast majority of those repairs. The trick is maintenance! If you haven’t had a heat pump before, or haven’t always been good about getting heat pump maintenance, you might have some questions. We’ve got the answers!

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