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Jun 26, 2023

Does Cleaning AC Coils Really Help?

When it’s hot outside, it’s never a good thing when your air conditioner stops working. One crucial step in preventing air conditioner breakdowns is keeping up with a particular home maintenance ritual known as cleaning the AC coils.  Clogged coils can prevent your HVAC system from working efficiently. They can also cause it to break down. Here’s how air conditioning coil cleaning can save you from surprise AC repair or early AC replacement. Why Is It Important to Clean AC Coils? In your air conditioning system, there are two types of coils. These air conditioner coils are the evaporator coils […]

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Jun 25, 2023

Seasonal AC Maintenance: Preparing Your System for Summer and Winter

Your HVAC system is the control center for your home’s heating and cooling comfort year-round. When it’s hot outside, you want it to keep you cool and when it’s cold, you want to feel warm and cozy while indoors. One of the most important things any homeowner can do is prevent breakdowns in this heating and cooling system. Prevention through seasonal HVAC maintenance is the key to avoiding having to make an emergency cooling system repair. It can also keep you from needing a cooling system replacement before your HVAC system has reached the end of its lifespan. While you […]

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Jan 27, 2023

Air Conditioner Troubleshooting Guide

An HVAC system can develop air conditioning problems. This includes tripped circuit breakers, low refrigerant levels, loose wiring, a frozen evaporation coil, a damaged condenser coil, and several other issues. Some of these issues can be fixed without the help of an HVAC professional. On this page, we have shared air conditioner troubleshooting tips to help you restore the performance of your air conditioning system. The Most Common Problems and How to Troubleshoot Them The AC Won’t Turn On One common AC unit problem is that it will not turn on, and there can be many reasons why it ceases […]

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Jan 27, 2023

10 Signs It’s Time To Replace Your Air Conditioner System

You should get regular inspection service for your AC system to ensure it is performing correctly and not just using your electricity. This is a proactive approach to keeping your AC in top condition. However, there are times when the AC has already developed some problems. Although some of these problems can be fixed through professional AC system upkeep and service, some issues require replacing the AC system. Here are ten common signs that it’s time to replace your air conditioner. Refrigerant Leaks It is a common misconception that coolant leaks are normal in air conditioners. An air conditioner is […]

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Jan 12, 2023

How Often Should Air Conditioning Units Be Serviced?

Nothing is worse than an air conditioner going out on a hot day. Although air conditioners are certain to break down occasionally, if you maintain them properly, they should last a long time and you will have few problems with them. You should have your heating system and air conditioner serviced at least once a year. If you live in a place that is hot year-round, you will need to have it done more often because you will use your air conditioner all year. Home AC Maintenance  There are a few things you can do to maintain your air conditioner […]

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