An ongoing federal government-ordered phaseout of R-22 refrigerant (also known by the brand name “Freon”) is gradually increasing R-22 refrigerant prices. In the past three years, as a result of the phaseout, the cost of R-22 has risen dramatically. Future R-22 refrigerant prices are difficult to predict, but one thing is sure: they will continue […]
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A/C coils are a vital component in your air conditioning unit. Proper maintenance of the inside (evaporator) and outside (condenser) coils, can improve the efficiency and lengthen the lifespan of your entire system. Fortunately, keeping them clean enough to function properly is not difficult. What are AC coils? A typical central air conditioning system uses
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Having A/C problems in your home can be a real inconvenience. When your A/C is on the fritz, your home becomes uncomfortable and you end up incurring an unwanted expense to fix the problems. Understanding the most common problems that occur with your air conditioner, their causes and their solutions can provide prompt detection and
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A well-maintained heat pump uses up to 25 percent less energy than a neglected one. Heat pump maintenance by a qualified HVAC technician at the beginning of the cooling and heating seasons will ensure your heat pump operates efficiently, save you money on energy costs and extend the life of your system. A professional heat
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The weather in the Metro East is quickly warming up. Have you scheduled your AC maintenance tune-up yet? In order to prepare your air conditioner for daily use and ensure that it will run smoothly all summer, it’s important to follow these three steps: Perform Some Do-It-Yourself AC Maintenance There are several things that all
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People will give you energy saving advice every time you turn around — seal air leaks, replace your windows, adjust your thermostat — but the best way to determine how you can save the most energy is with a professional energy audit. Every Metro-East home is unique, and no quick solution will work for everyone.
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The Metro-East area is known for its hot, humid summers, where an air conditioner is a welcome, if not mandatory, feature of any home. While annual maintenance can help keep your cooling equipment in top form, you may still encounter problems from time to time. Here are some of the more common A/C problems to
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Caulk and weather stripping are two simple ways to create a sealed envelope around your home. Without it, your heating and cooling system will work harder than it should have to, and this will drive up your monthly power bills. Proper application is the key to getting the full benefit of weatherizing. Finding the Leaks
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Your HVAC system is one of the most important elements of your home, keeping you comfortable during both the cooling and heating seasons. The Metro-East can have very hot summers and very cold winters, so it’s vital that your system work well throughout the year. Keep your system healthy the same way you keep your
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Making sure that you have your A/C serviced regularly and maintained is essential to the health of your system. Dust can damage electrical components, cause electrical shorts, abrade moving parts and lead to refrigerant leakage. Dust can also cause over-heating and overall system failure, which can leave you in a situation that is both avoidable
